Safety Data Sheet For CheckMate® OFM-F: Mating Disruption Formulation For Oriental Fruit Moth Control.pdf

Section I - Identification
- Trade Name: CheckMate® OFM-F
- Synonyms: Liquid OFM mating disruption formulation
- Use: Agricultural pest control using pheromones against the oriental fruit moth (Grapholita molesta) via mating disruption.
- Company: Suterra LLC, Bend, Oregon, U.S.A.

Section II - Hazards Identification
- GHS Signal Word: WARNING
- GHS Symbols: Harmful if inhaled, causes eye irritation, causes skin irritation
- GHS Hazard Statements and Precautionary Statements detailed for inhalation, eye contact, skin contact, and ingestion.

Section III - Composition
- Principal Components: Z-8-dodecen-1-yl acetate (21.86%), E-8-dodecen-1-yl acetate (1.47%), Z-8-dodecen-1-ol (0.27%)
- Other Ingredients: Trade secrets, non-hazardous but identities withheld.

Section IV - First Aid Measures
- Eye contact: Rinse with water for 15-20 minutes, remove contact lenses if worn, call a doctor or poison control center.
- Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water for 15-20 minutes, call a doctor or poison control center.
- Inhalation: Move to fresh air, induce artificial respiration if necessary, call a doctor or poison control center.
- Ingestion: Sip water if able to swallow, do not induce vomiting unless advised by a healthcare professional, do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Section V - Firefighting Measures
- Flash point: Not established for formulation (230°F for OFM pheromone blend)
- Flammable limits: Not established
- Extinguishing media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Unusual fire and explosion hazards: None

Section VI - Accidental Release Measures
- Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection.
- Contain spill, use absorbent, and shovel into a clean container.
- Protect from ignition, keep out of water sources or sewers.

Section VII - Handling and Storage
- Store in original container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area until used.
- Protect from freezing, ignition, and direct sunlight.
- Wear protective equipment as described in Section VIII.
- Avoid skin and eye contact, inhalation of vapors, and ingestion.

Section VIII - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
- No established exposure limits.
- EPA Toxicity Category: III - CAUTION
- Effects of overexposure include mild irritation to eyes and skin, transient respiratory irritation, and potential upset stomach in large doses.
- Protective equipment recommendations for respiratory, eye, skin, and ventilation.

Section IX - Physical and Chemical Properties
- Appearance: Solid microcapsules containing pheromone in aqueous suspension
- Odor: Mild, herbaceous
- pH: Neutral (6.0 – 7.0)
- Solubility in water: >75% water
- Boiling point, melting point, flash point, flammability, and specific gravity details not applicable or not provided.

Section X - Stability and Reactivity Data
- Stable under normal conditions.
- Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and oxygen.
- Carbon oxides formed when burned.

Section XI - Toxicological Information
- Limited information available due to formulation type, no end-use studies performed.