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Date of Issue : Jan 2002 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : COPPER BASED PESTICIDES, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. Other Names : (COPPER CARBONATE) COPPER(II) HYDROXIDE CARBONATE UN No. : 2775 Dangerous Goods Class : 6.1 Subsidiary Risk : None Allocated Hazchem Code : 2XE Pack Group : II EPG : 34 Poisons Schedule : N/A Uses : As seed treatment fungicide; in pyrotechnics; as paint and varnish pigment; in animal and poultry feeds; in sweetening of petrol sour crude stock; in manufacture of other copper salts.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : Green powder, odourless. Formula : CH2Cu2O5 Boiling Point : N/A deg C Melting Point : 200 deg C Vapour Pressure : N/A Specific Gravity : 4.00 (water = 1) Flash Point : N/A pH : 7 (5% solution) Solubility in water : Insol g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : N/A Upper Explosion Limit : N/A 1.2 Other Properties
Solubility in water = insoluble. Density = 500 - 2000 kg/m3 Decomposition temperature = 200 deg C 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
Copper carbonate is a moderately toxic chemical via ingestion. Affected areas are kidneys and nervous system. Symptoms are dizziness, gastric pain, vomiting, exhaustion, anaemia, convulsions, coma and death. Eye
Copper carbonate can be irritating to the eyes. Skin
Can be irritating to the skin. The skin can become discoloured but this may not indicate actual injury. Inhaled
Copper carbonate is a moderately toxic chemical by inhalation. Affected areas are kidneys and nervous system. Symptoms are dizziness, gastric pain, vomiting, exhaustion, anaemia, convulsions, coma and death. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
Not available
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Induce vomiting by giving a glass of warm water containing a tablespoon of salt. Give victim powdered burnt toast and a cup of strong tea containing 4 tablespoons of milk of magnesia. Seek medical attention.
Eye
Irrigate eyes with copious quantities of fresh water. Continue for at least 10 minutes, holding eyelids open.
Skin
Wash affected areas with copious quantities of fresh water.
Inhaled
Remove victim from exposure and remove contaminated clothing. Keep victim warm and calm. If breathing stops, apply artificial respiration or oxygen. Seek medical attention.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower is readily available.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = 1350 mg/kg (rat)
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
Threshold limit value = 3.45 mg/m3
3.2 Engineering Controls
Ensure an adequate ventilation system.
3.3 Personal Protection
Skin protection - wear plastic or rubber gloves and suitable clothing. Eye and face protection - wear safety goggles. Wash hands before eating or smoking.
3.4 Flammability
Copper carbonate is not flammable, combustible or explosive. SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and ventilated place. Keep away from food and drinks, even those of animals. Avoid contact with incompatibles such as sodium hypobromite, acetylene, hydrazine, nitromethane, and strong acids. Handle in highly ventolated areas. Pick up dusts if necessary. Do not smoke. Prevent access to any unauthorised personnel. Observe precautions stated on label and also industrial safety regulations. Avoid any contact of the product with skin and eyes. Smoking, eating and drinking are prohibited in premises where the preparation is used.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. 2775 Class 6.1 Sub Risk None Allocated Hazchem Code 2XE Pack Group II EPG No. 34 Shipping Name COPPER BASED PESTICIDES, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S. Hazard HARMFUL
Risk Phrases R22 Harmful if swallowed.
Safety Phrases S22 Do not breathe dust. S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean up personnel should wear full protective gear. Avoid any contact with skin and eyes. If a large quantity has been spilt, evacuate all personnel and only intervention by trained operators equipped with safety apparatus. Prevent any material from entering into sewers or waterways.
Collect the product in an airtight container by sweeping and dispose of it in an authorised landfill. Clean with plenty of water.
Disposal
Use drums to dispose of waste recovered in accordance with applicable regulations. Do not throw into sewers, waterways, natural environment.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Product is not flammable. Product may decompose emitting carbon dioxide. Avoid contact with incompatibles such as sodium hypobromite, acetylene, hydrazine, nitromethane and strong acids.
Extinguishing Media
Due to the toxicity of the gas emitted during decomposition of the product, fire fighters are to be equipped with autonomous insulating breathing apparatus. Use carbon dioxide, foam, powder or water spray to extinguish. Do not use water jet (not to spread the product). 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
Spillage in sewers or waterways must be avoided. Harmful for some marine races.
5.1 Contact Points
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