Dura-Treat 40 Wood Preserver – Safety Data Sheet
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SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Identification Product identifier Dura-Treat 40 Wood Preserver Other means of identification Product code EPA Reg. No. 61483-2, PMRA Registration Number 26110 Synonyms None. Recommended use Wood preservative. Recommended restrictions Restricted use pesticide. See product label for use restrictions. Manufacturer/Importer/Supplier/Distributor information Company name KMG-Bernuth, Inc. Address 9555 W. Sam Houston Parkway S. Suite 600 Houston, TX 77099 Telephone Phone Number: 713-600-3800 Emergency telephone CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 Emergency medical treatment: 1-800-322-8177 2. Hazard(s) identification Physical hazards Flammable liquids Category 4 Health hazards Acute toxicity, oral Category 3 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 1 (cardiovascular system, heart) Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 respiratory tract irritation Specific target organ toxicity, repeated Category 1 (blood, nervous system, exposure respiratory system, heart, liver, kidney) Environmental hazards Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute Category 1 hazard Hazardous to the aquatic environment, Category 1 long-term hazard OSHA defined hazards Not classified. Label elements Signal word Danger Hazard statement Combustible liquid. Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Toxic if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes eye irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. Causes damage to organs (cardiovascular system, heart). May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs (blood, nervous system, respiratory system, heart, liver, kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Dura-Treat 40 Wood Preserver SDS US 4226 Version #: 02 Revision date: 04-December-2015 Issue date: 08-May-2015 1 / 10 Precautionary statement Prevention Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Response If swallowed: Immediately call a poison center/doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Call a poison center/doctor. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Collect spillage. In case of fire: Use water fog, foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide for extinction. Storage Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Keep cool. Store locked up. Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known. classified (HNOC) Supplemental information This product is hazardous according to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 requirements. 3. Composition/information on ingredients Mixtures Chemical name CAS number % Aliphatic Esters and Aldehydes Mixture 58.2-61.8 Pentachlorophenol 87-86-5 33.4-35.4 Other Chlorophenols 58-90-2, 4901-51-3, 3.8-4.2 88-06-2, 95-95-4 Composition comments All concentrations are in percent by weight. 4. First-aid measures Inhalation Immediately remove from further exposure. Get immediate medical assistance. For those providing assistance, avoid exposure to yourself or others. Use adequate respiratory protection. Give supplemental oxygen, if available. If breathing has stopped, assist ventilation with a mechanical device or use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Skin contact Remove contaminated clothes and rinse skin thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Eye contact Immediately flush with plenty of water for up to 15 minutes. Remove any contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing and open eyes wide apart. Get medical attention if irritation develops and persists. Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water and give large amounts of milk or water to people not unconscious. Only induce vomiting at the instruction of medical personnel. Get medical attention. Most important Decrease in motor functions. Edema. Behavioral changes. Narcosis. Drowsiness and dizziness. symptoms/effects, acute and Unconsciousness. Headache. Nausea, vomiting. Jaundice. Abdominal cramps. Sore throat. Fever. delayed Irritation of eyes. Exposed individuals may experience eye tearing, redness, and discomfort. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Cough. Skin irritation. May cause redness and pain. Prolonged exposure may cause chronic effects. May cause damage to organs (blood, nervous system, respiratory system, heart, liver, kidneys) through prolonged or repeated exposure. The usual symptoms of chloracne are the formation of blackheads, whiteheads and yellow cysts over the temples and around the ears. Symptoms reverse upon removal of exposure source. Indication of immediate In case of shortness of breath, give oxygen. Keep victim warm. This product is a metabolic medical attention and special stimulant. Treatment is supportive. Forced diuresis may be effective to reduce a total body burden. treatment needed Treat hypothermia with physical measures. Do not administer aspirin, phenothiazines or atropine since they may enhance toxicity. General information Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, and take precautions to protect themselves. Have product packaging or a label with you when calling a poison center or a doctor, or going for a treatment. You may also contact 1-800-322-8177 for emergency medical treatment. 5. Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing media Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder. Carbon dioxide (CO2). Dura-Treat 40 Wood Preserver SDS US 4226 Version #: 02 Revision date: 04-December-2015 Issue date: 08-May-2015 2 / 10 Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher, as this will spread the fire. media Specific hazards arising from The product is combustible, and heating may generate vapors which may form explosive vapor/air the chemical mixtures. During fire, gases hazardous to health may be formed. Special protective equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire. and precautions for firefighters Fire fighting Selection of respiratory protection for firefighting: follow the general fire precautions indicated in equipment/instructions the workplace. Specific methods Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials. General fire hazards Combustible liquid. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions, Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Eliminate all protective equipment and ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks, or flames in immediate area). Wear appropriate emergency procedures protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained. For personal protection, see section 8 of the SDS. Methods and materials for Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks, or flames in immediate area). Keep containment and cleaning up combustibles (wood, paper, oil, etc.) away from spilled material. Stop the flow of material, if this is without risk. Dike the spilled material, where this is possible. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Immediately restrict access to the spill area. Ventilate the spill area. Wear suitable protective clothing. For small spills, absorb the liquid on clay or vermiculite. Sweep up absorbent material and place in an approved container for disposal according to the applicable State and Federal laws. For large spills, eliminate all sources of ignition, stop the flow of product from the spill source, restrict access to the spill area, dike the area to prevent spreading, collect all pumpable quantities into a recovery vessel, absorb the remaining liquid on clay or vermiculite, sweep up absorbent material and place in an approved container for disposal according to the applicable State and Federal laws. Never return spills to original containers for re-use. For waste disposal, see section 13 of the SDS. Environmental precautions Avoid release to the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid discharge into drains, water courses or onto the ground. Inform appropriate managerial or supervisory personnel of all environmental releases. 7. Handling and storage Precautions for safe handling Exposure to pentachlorophenol during pregnancy should be avoided. Local exhaust is recommended. Avoid any exposure. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Observe good industrial hygiene practices. Conditions for safe storage, Store