Sentry R MSDS

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PHHC SENTRY
PPHC
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1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and Company
Product Name:
PHC Sentry R
Company:
Plant Health Care
10 Howard Estate
Chilton Road
Chesham
Bucks, UK
HP5 2AU
Tel:
01494 775111
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Active Ingredient:
Reynoutria spp extract
CAS Number:
None
Percent:
5%
Exposure Limits:
None established
Other Ingredients:
Water and other proprietary GRAS formula ingredients
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:
Brown liquid with plant extract and grass-like odour.
Potential Routes of Entry:
Eyes, skin, inhalation and ingestion.
Potential Health Effects:
Hazards in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of
ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact
(corrosive, permeator). Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage
particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract.
Inhalation of the spray mist may produve severe irritation of respiratory
tract, characterised by coughing, choking or shortness of breath.
Inflammation of the eye is characterised by redness, watering and
itching. Skin inflammation is characterised by itching, scaling, reddening
or possibly blistering.
Tel: 01494 775111
Plant Health Care
10 Howard Estate, Chilton Road, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 2AU, UK.
www.planthealthcare.co.uk
Fax: 01494 775999
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Medical Conditions Generally
Aggravated by Exposure:
Carcinogenicity:
Unknown
Unknown, not expected to be carcinogenic. Ingredients are considered
GRAS.
4. First Aid Measures
Eyes:
Flush with water forat least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5
minutes, then continue rinsing eyes. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical advice if
irritation persists.
Skin:
Wash exposed area with soapand water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated
clothing. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Ingestion:
Obtain medical attention as soon as possible. Do not induce vomiting. Do not give
anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
Inhalation:
Remove person to ventilated area and follow normal first aid procedures.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Flash Point:
> 185˚F
or
> 85˚C
Method Used:
SW 1010
Boiling Point:
Unknown
Extinguishing Media:
Use foam, carbon dioxide or dry chemical extinguishers.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards:
None
Hazardous decomposition products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, smoke, fumes, hydrocarbons
and terpenes.
6.Accidental release measures
Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Wear suitable protective clothing. If spilled,
contain to prevent run off into drains and waterways. Mop up liquid and place in a closed container for
disposal in accordance with local regulations.
7. Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of
direct sunlight. Keep containers closed when not in use.
Other precautions: No special precautions.
Tel: 01494 775111
Plant Health Care
10 Howard Estate, Chilton Road, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 2AU, UK.
www.planthealthcare.co.uk
Fax: 01494 775999
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8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Engineering controls:
Spill controls should be provided for working with large quantities.
Ventilation:
Make sure work area has adequate ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations of vapours and aerosols below the exposure levels.
Respiratory protection:
Vapour respirator recommended.
Eye protection:
Safety googles or safety glasses with side shields recommended.
Skin protection:
Wear chemical resistant gloves.
Other protective clothing/equipment: Wear removable coveralls. Remove contaminated coveralls and
any contaminated clothing.
Work hygienic practices:
Do not smoke or eat when handling this product.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form:
Liquid
Colour:
Light Brown
Odour:
Characteristic of plant extracts. Grass-like odour.
Specific Gravity:
1.05 g/cc
Solubility in Water:
Misible in water
10. Stability and reactivity
Stability:
Stable
Decomposition or by-products:
None known
Hazardous polymerisation:
Will not occur
11. Other information
Tel: 01494 775111
Plant Health Care
10 Howard Estate, Chilton Road, Chesham, Bucks, HP5 2AU, UK.
www.planthealthcare.co.uk
Fax: 01494 775999