Kerb* 50WP Specialty Herbicide Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).pdf

## Kerb 50WP Specialty Herbicide - Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Summary

Product: Kerb 50WP Specialty Herbicide
Manufacturer: Dow AgroSciences LLC

Key Hazards:

- Eye and Skin Irritant: May cause irritation upon contact.
- Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms.
- Flammable: Contains flammable components when in dust form.

Emergency Contact: 800-992-5994

Effective Date: 14 September 2006

Key First Aid Measures:

- Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for 15-20 minutes, remove contact lenses if present. Call a poison control center or doctor.
- Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor.
- Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a healthcare provider. Sip water if able to swallow. Call a poison control center immediately.
- Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, administer artificial respiration using a pocket mask (if available). Call a poison control center or doctor.

Fire Safety:

- Flash Point: Not applicable
- Auto-Ignition Temperature: 802°F (428°C)
- Flammable Limits: LFL: 0.175 oz/ft³; UFL: Undetermined
- Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical, water spray or foam.
- Special Procedures: Contain run-off, remain upwind from fires involving this material, avoid breathing smoke, use water spray to cool containers exposed to fire.

Accidental Release Measures:

- Sweep up small spills and place in suitable container for disposal.
- Keep dusts to a minimum.
- Avoid discharging into municipal sewers or open bodies of water.
- Report large spills to Dow AgroSciences at 800-992-5994.

Handling & Storage:

- Precautions: Do not handle near food, feed, or drinking water. Avoid generating dust and static electricity. Store in a dry, cool place with container tightly closed.
- Storage Temperature: 32°F (0°C) to 122°F (50°C) for water soluble packets.
- Disposal: Empty bags into application equipment; dispose in sanitary landfill as allowed by local authorities.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection:

- Respiratory protection may be required based on airborne concentrations. Refer to product label for specific recommendations.
- Eye and skin protection recommended: safety glasses, chemical-resistant gloves, and respirators if needed.

Physical & Chemical Properties:

- Appearance: Off-white solid
- Odor: None
- pH: 7.0 - 10.0
- Solubility in Water: Dispersible
- Melting Point: Approximately 309°F (154°C)