MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

This form complies with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List): MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

MANUFACTURER NAME AND ADDRESS:   TELEPHONE #S: DATES:
Farnam Companies, Inc. 24 hour emergency nu (602)285-1660 Date Entered: 07/18/1990
301 West Osborn Road Business hours (602)234-2269 Last Revision: 10/09/1998
Phoenix, AZ. 85013 Marketing (602)285-1660 MSDS Printed: 01/12/2001
SYNONYMS:
Die Fly, Musca-cide

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Compound
HAZARD LABEL: None Health: 0
MOLECULAR FORMULA: Flammability: 1 , MOLECULAR WEIGHT: NE or NA Reactivity: 1

SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY/COMMON NAME)   CAS # OSHA PEL   ACGIH TLV   OTHER LIMITS   PERCENTAGE
Methomyl {Ethanimidothioic acid, n-[[(methylamino)carbonyl] 16752-77-5    2.5 mg/m3    2.5 mg/m3    2.5 mg/m3 1.0 - 1.1
Z-9 TRICOSENE 96% 27519-02-4            0.025

SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

BOILING POINT: NE or NA SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1): >1 MELTING POINT: NE or NA VAPOR PRESSURE (MM HG): . . . NE or NA VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1):. . . . NE or NA PHYSICAL STATES: [ ] Gas EVAPORATION RATE: . . . . . . NE or NA [ ] Liquid (Butyl Acetate=1) [ X ] Solid SOLUBILITY IN WATER:. . . . . >99% Soluble PH: 5.8(10%sol PERCENT VOLATILE: . . . . . . NE or NA APPEARANCE AND ODOR:
Blue granular solid; characteristic nitrogenous odor.

SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

FLASH PT: NE or NA METHOD USED:
EXPLOSIVE LIMITS: LEL: NT UEL: NT
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Agent suitable for surrounding fire, i.e., CO2, foam, or water spray. Water spray may increase contamination hazard.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Keep out of smoke, fight fires from upwind, use self-contained breathing apparatus. Contain runoff to prevent entry into sewers or waterways.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Equipment or materials involved in pesticide fires may become contaminated. Material will ignite if exposed to intense heat or open flame. Fire or intense heat may rupture containers.

SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

STABILITY: Unstable [ ] Stable [ X ]
CONDITIONS TO AVOID - INSTABILITY:
Sparks and open flames; prolonged exposure to high temperatures.
INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Oxidizers, reactive metals.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS:
HCI, phosgene, nitrogen oxides, CO, CO2.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: May occur [ ] Will not occur [ X ]
CONDITIONS TO AVOID - HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:
Will not occur.

SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: Inhalation? Yes , Skin? Yes , Eyes? Yes , Ingestion? Yes , Other:
HEALTH HAZARDS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC):
Oral LD-50 (rat): male: 2455 mg/kg, female: 3236 mg/kg
Dermal LD-50 (rabbit): males and females: >>2000 mg/kg
Inhalation (rat): >>1.25 mg/1 (maximum attainable concentration)
Primary eye irritation (rabbit): EPA catagory IV (minimal effect, clearing less than 24 hours)
Primary dermal irritation (rabbit): material not primary dermal irritant.
Dermal sensitization (guinea pig-Beuhler): material is not a dermal sensitizer.
Primary routes of entry: PRIMARY oral; also inhalation of fine particulates.
CARCINOGENICITY: NTP? , IARC Monographs? , OSHA Regulated?
CARCINOGENICITY/OTHER INFORMATION:

RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS: (methomyl) 2.5 mg/m3 LD 50/LC 50: see above
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
Sweating, salivation, nausea, stomach pains, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, constricted pupils, "tightness" in chest, at cyanosis, pulmonary edema.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
Cholinesterase depression.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
IF SWALLOWED: Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink two glasses of water and contact physician or Poison Control Center. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
IF INHALED: Remove patient to fresh air. If not breathing, give mouth to mouth resuscitation and call a physician immediately.
IF IN EYES: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately.
IF ON SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing and wash skin with soap and water. If irritation persists, call a physician. Launder contaminated clothing before re-use.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Methomyl is a cholinesterase inhibitor. Atropine is antidotal.

SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
Small amounts may be swept up and spread in planned use areas as directed on label, or place in container for disposal.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Pesticide Disposal: Pesticides that cannot be used according to label must be disposed of according to applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Container Disposal: Container may be triple rinsed then offered for recycling or reconditioning, or punctured and disposed of in a sanitary landfill or by other approved State and local procedures.
HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION:
Store away from incompatible material   Wash thoroughly after handling
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING:
Avoid breathing dust, avoid contact with skin, eyes, clothing. Store in cool, dry area specifically designated for pesticides, and away from feed, food, sparks and open flame.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS.

SECTION VIII- CONTROL MEASURES
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SUMMARY - HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION
NIOSH/MSHA organic vapor respirator   Neoprene gloves   Safety glasses  
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT (SPECIFY TYPE):
None for ordinary use. NIOSH organic vapor respirator in dusty conditions
VENTILATION:
LOCAL EXHAUST: SPECIAL:
MECHANICAL (GENERAL): necessary OTHER:
EYE PROTECTION:
none for ordinary handling use
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Nonwoven
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:
None
WORK/HYGIENIC/MAINTENANCE PRACTICES:
Wash hands after handling and before eating, smoking, or using restroom.

SECTION IX - ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
MUSCA-CIDE BLUE FLY BAIT


IMPORTANT: The information and data herein are believed to be accurate and have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable. It is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification.