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REMTOX M8 WOODWORM KILLER INSECTICIDE
JANUARY 2008
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION & OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Remtox M8 Woodworm Killer Insecticide HSE No. 8176
Park Road Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria. LA14 4EQ
2. HAZARDS
IDENTIFICATION
Concentrate - Irritating to eyes and skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Diluted Product – Not classified
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Key to proportions High 61-100%, Med 11-60%, Low 1-10%, Very Low <1% Key to identification: A = Chip Index No. B = EC No. C = CAS No.
Component Classification
Proportions Exposure Identification
R-Phrases
Levels
(8hr TWA)
An blend of non-ionic surfactants and insecticide. FIRST AID MEASURES
Irrigate immediately with copious quantities of water for at least 10 minutes. If symptoms persist seek medical attention. Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Give small amount of water or milk to drink. Seek medical attention. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Remove from exposure. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Medical Practitioners may obtain further information from the National Poisons Information Centre. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
protective clothing and self-contained breathing Toxic fumes (oxides of carbon) may be evolved in the event of a REMTOX M8 WOODWORM KILLER INSECTICIDE
JANUARY 2008
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Soak up with inert absorbent. Wear protective clothing. Spillages into waterways must be reported to the Environmental Agency Incident Report Line (Tel: Freephone 0800 807060) HANDLING AND STORAGE
Use in well ventilated area and wear personal protective equipment. Store in original container, in a safe place with a secure lid at ambient temperatures. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Wear splash proof goggles conforming to BSEN 166 to avoid any possibility of eye contact. Use CE approved nitrile protective gloves Do not breathe spray mists. If ventilation is not adequate, wear respiratory protection. conforming to EN 140 with A1 filters. Engineering Controls of operator exposure may replace personal protective equipment if a C.O.S.H.H. Assessment shows a higher standard of protection. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Wash promptly if skin becomes contaminated. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

11. TOXICOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
PERMETHRIN
Mist may cause some irritation to respiratory tract May cause irritation. Prolonged contact may cause skin dryness which may result in dermatitis if left untreated. Likely to cause irritation and reddening. Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation to throat and stomach. REMTOX M8 WOODWORM KILLER INSECTICIDE
JANUARY 2008

12. ECOLOGICAL
INFORMATION
Spillages into waterways must be reported to the Environmental Agency Incident Report Line (Tel: Freephone 0800 807060) 13. DISPOSAL
CONSIDERATIONS
Do not allow to enter drains, sewers or watercourses. Dispose of as special waste in accordance with Local Authority Regulations. Use only licensed waste hauliers and disposal contractors.
14. TRANSPORT
INFORMATION

15. REGULATORY
INFORMATION
This product is approved under the Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986 for use as directed. HSE No. 8176. In case of accidents or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show label if possible). Read and abide by the statutory conditions of use of this product as detailed on the container/label. All bats are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Before treating any structure used by bats, consult English Nature, Scottish Natural Heritage or the Countryside Council for Wales. IRRITANT
CONTAINS PERMETHRIN 20·0 w/w
RISK
PHRASES:
VERY TOXIC TO AQUATIC ORGANISMS, MAY CAUSE LONG-TERM ADVERSE EFFECTS IN THE AQUATIC ENVIRONMENT SAFETY
PHRASES:
IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH EYES, RINSE IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF WATER AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE TAKE OFF IMMEDIATELY ALL CONTAMINATED CLOTHING AFTER CONTACT WITH SKIN, WASH IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF SOAP AND WATER WEAR SUITABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING, GLOVES AND EYE/FACE PROTECTION IF SWALLOWED, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING: SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IMMEDIATELY AND SHOW THIS CONTAINER OR LABEL 16. OTHER
INFORMATION
Recommended uses: Insecticide concentrate – for wood treatment. Control Of Substances Hazardous To Health Regulations. HS(G)97 A Step by Step Guide to C.O.S.H.H. Assessment. The Chemicals (Hazards, Identification, Packaging) Regulations This Safety Data Sheet Issue 2 replaces Issue 1 following review.

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