mole.gif (1741 bytes)Material Safety Data Sheet of       Isoproturon
SECTION 1.    PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USES
Common / Trade Name Isoproturon
Synonyms Isoproturon
Chemical Name N-4-Isopropyl Phenyl-N-N-Dimethyl Urea
CAS No. 34123-59-6
M.Wt. 206
Chemical family PhenyL Urea
Uses Herbicide

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SECTION 2.    SHIPPING CLASSIFICATION
Imo Hazard Class 6.1
UN Number 2767
IMDG Code 6221
EMS Number 6.1-04
MFAG Number 520
Packing Classification III

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SECTION 3.    PHYSICAL DATA
Physical State Solid
Description Off white coloured Material
Odour Odourless
pH of 1% Solution in water 6.0
Melting Point 153 to 159°C
Boiling Point N.A.
Specific Gravity N.A.
Solubility in Water 42 ppm at 25°C

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SECTION 4.    IGNITE AND COMBUSTION DATA
Flash Point N A
Extinguishing Media Water mist, CO2, foam, dry powder
Special Fire Precaution Will not ignite easily, but may develop toxic fumes, in case fire
Special Fire and Explosion No particular risk. But the dry powder may form dusty clouds that are flammable in air.

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SECTION 5.    STORAGE STABILITY AND HANDALING
Special Precautions for Storage Store in air tight containers in a cool, well ventilated area
Incompatible Substances Strong oxidizing agent
Hazardous Decompostion Products Toxic Fumes of NOx
Hazardous Polymerization Not pertinent
Preventive Measures Protect from heat
Protective Measures Wear respirators, gloves and goggles
Special Precautionary Measures Avoid contact with the product. Wear dust mask, Rubber or plastic gloves, apron and boots or closed Protections clothing.
Disposal Send to a controlled waste disposal area or burn in Accordance with the local regulations in force.

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SECTION 6.    TOXICOLOGICAL DATA
Acute Oral Toxicity (LD50)-Oral       1826 mg/kg tested in rats(M)

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SECTION 7.    EMERGENCY AND FIRST-AID PROCEDURES
Remove contaminated clothing, wash the contaminated skin or eyes with plenty of water. In case of incedental ingestion, inhalation or serious contamination, immediately consult a doctor.

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SECTION 8.    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This product should be stored, handled and used in Accordance with good industrial hygiene practices and in conformity with any legal regulations. The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and is intended to describe our product from the point of view of safety requirements. It should not, therefore, be construed as guaranteeing specific properties. Recipients of our product must take responisbility for Observing existing laws and regulations.