Drexel Aquapen 3.8 Herbicide Safety Data Sheet.pdf

## Drexel Aquapen 3.8 Herbicide - Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Summary

Product Name: Drexel Aquapen 3.8 Herbicide

Active Ingredient: Pendimethalin (40487-42-1, 38.7% concentration)

Regulation: EPA registered pesticide; follows GHS (Globally Harmonized System) hazard communication standards.

Hazard Classifications:

Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Category 2
Eye Damage/Irritation: Category 2B
Aquatic Acute Toxicity: Category 1
Aquatic Chronic Toxicity: Category 1

Precautions:

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear protective gloves, eye protection, and face protection.
Ventilate work area. Use in well-ventilated areas or with appropriate respiratory protection.
Do not release to the environment. Store securely in designated pesticide storage area.
In case of spillage: Absorb with inert material, sweep up, and collect in suitable containers. For large spills, contact Drexel Chemical Co.

First Aid Measures:

Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for 15-20 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, and continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Immediately rinse skin with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a healthcare provider. Call poison control center or seek immediate medical attention.

Fire Hazards:

Closed containers may rupture under pressure from heat or flame.
Thermal decomposition during fire can produce harmful fumes and gases.
Flammability Classification: Non-Combustible
Flash Point: >200°F

Firefighting Procedures:

Keep people away from the fire area.
Isolate fire and deny entry to unauthorized personnel.
Evacuate area and fight fire from upwind, using foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water fog. Do not use water jet.
* Wear positive-pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective firefighting clothing.

Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering soil, ditches, sewers, waterways, and groundwater.