MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

SECTION 1. Product and Company Identification
Equi-Spot® Spot On Fly Control for Horses

PRODUCT CODE: 270-279 E, REFERENCE #: 3002606
PRODUCT NAME: Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses
SYNONYMS
FARNAM TICK HALT! SPOT-ON FOR DOGS

MANUFACTURER NAME AND ADDRESS:   TELEPHONE NUMBERS: DATES:
Farnam Companies, Inc. 24 hour emergency number (602)285-1660 Date Entered: 01/13/1998
301 West Osborn Road Business hours (602)234-2269 Revision: 01/17/2002
Phoenix, AZ. 85013 Marketing (602)285-1660 Printed: 04/04/2003

SECTION 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY/COMMON NAME)   CAS #    PERCENTAGE
Permethrin {Cyclopropanecarboxylic acid, 3-(2,2-Dichloroeth 52645-53-1 45.0

SECTION 3. Hazards Identification
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

ROUTE(S) OF ENTRY: Inhalation? Yes , Skin? Yes , Eyes? Yes , Ingestion? Yes , Other:
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC)

CARCINOGENITICY: NTP? No , IARC Monographs? No , OSHA No
CARCINOGENICITY/OTHER INFORMATION

RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS: LD 50/LC 50: See notes, Section IX
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
May produce skin sensations (feelings of numbing and tingling) in certain individuals. Moderate eye irritant (tearing and blurred vision). May cause drying and irritation of skin. These sensations normally subside and disappear within a few hours. If ingested, the product may cause diarrhea, salivation, bloody nose, increased urination, decreased activity, tremors and intermittent convulsions. Excessive inhalation causes coughing, headache, dizziness, nausea, as well as nose, throat, and respiratory tract irritation.

SECTION 4. First Aid Measures
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
IF INHALED: Quickly remove person from exposure. Call a physician if irritation persists.
IF INGESTED: Call a physician or Poison Control Center. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching back of throat with finger or, if available, by administration of syrup of ipecac. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING OR GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON.
IF ON SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing and wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a physician if irritation persists.
IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with plenty of water. Call a physician if irritation persists.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN

MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE
None known

SECTION 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

FLASH PT: 130.00 F METHOD USED: Koehler Closed Cup Flash
EXPLOSIVE LIMITS: LEL: UEL:
AUTOIGNITION PT: NE or NA EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or halogenated agents.

FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Fight fire from upwind. As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH approved or equivalent and full protective gear. Do not use water. Handle as an oil fire, class B fire procedures. Remove unignited product from fire area if possible. Dike fire control waters to prevent their entry into sewers or other water courses.

FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES AND HAZARDS
Combustible Liquid. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Guard against spontaneous combustion or improperly discarded oily rags. Overheated containers are an explosion hazard. Vapors which form inside empty containers may also present an explosion hazard during a fire. Equipment used to fight pesticide fires may require decontamination before reuse.

HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS

SECTION 6. Accidental Release Measures
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
Small Spills: Absorb with inert absorbent. Wash contaminated area with detergent and water solution. Discard in trash.
Large Spills (Bulk product only): Wear OSHA approved clean protective clothing, rubber gloves, and goggles. If vapor concentration becomes high, use self contained air mask (NIOSH approved). No smoking. Eliminate any source of ignition. Minimize inhalation. Recover free liquid by adding absorbent (earth, sawdust, kitty litter, etc.) to spill area. Shovel waste into a metal drum. Avoid contact with skin. Keep product out of sewers and water courses by diking or impounding. Advise authorities if product has entered or may enter sewers, watercourses or extensive land areas. CAUTION: SLIPPERY ON FLOOR. Following clean up of spilled liquid, wash contaminated area with detergent and water solution. Collect wash water in containers for disposal.

SECTION 7. Handling and Storage
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION:
   Keep from freezing.
Avoid contamination of food & feed   Wash thoroughly after handling
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN STORING

OTHER PRECAUTIONS
Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the skin. Causes moderate eye irritation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Wear goggles, face shield or safety glasses. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

WORK/HYGIENIC/MAINTENANCE PRACTICES
Wash thoroughly after use and before eating, smoking, or using restroom.

SECTION 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SUMMARY - HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION
None needed with normal use.        
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT (SPECIFY TYPE)
For fires, use self-contained breathing apparatus only. For moderate vapor or liquid mist exposure, use half mask or full face piece respirators which have NIOSH/MSHA approval for pesticides.
EYE PROTECTION
Where potential for splashing exists, or contact with spray or mist is likely, protective goggles and face shield should be worn. A source of clean water for flushing should be nearby (i.e., emergency eye wash and shower stations).

PROTECTIVE GLOVES
Neoprene gloves for extended exposure, as in manufacturing or other large quantity work.

OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Long sleeved coveralls or uniform, cap, rubber boots, rubber or plastic apron may be needed during formulation, packaging, or other handling of large amounts or product.

ENGINEERING CONTROLS (VENTILATION ETC.)
Local exhaust should be sufficient. If user operations generate fumes or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.

SECTION 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

PHYSICAL STATES:  [ ] Gas , [ X ] Liquid , [ ] Solid
BOILING POINT:  NE or NA
MELTING POINT:   NE or NA
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1):  0.984
VAPOR PRESSURE (VS. AIR OR MM HG):   
VAPOR DENSITY (VS. AIR = 1):   
EVAPORATION RATE (VS BUTYL ACETATE=1):    
SOLUBILITY IN WATER:  Negligible
PERCENT VOLATILE:  NE or NA
PH:   
APPEARANCE AND ODOR
Dark amber solution with citrus scent.

SECTION 10. Stability and Reactivity
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

STABILITY: Unstable [ ] Stable [ X ]
CONDITIONS TO AVOID - INSTABILITY
Do not store near heat or open flame. Avoid excessive heat. Avoid polymerization catalyst, such as aluminum chloride or acidic clays.
INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS TO AVOID
Avoid contamination with high concentrations of alkali at elevated temperatures. Avoid strong oxidizing agents and acidic agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS
Burning can produce carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide. Chlorine and hydrogen chloride may be formed. Smoke can be acrid and fume irritating.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will occur [ ] Will not occur [ X ]
CONDITIONS TO AVOID - HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Product will not undergo polymerization.

SECTION 11. Toxicological Information
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses


CHRONIC TOXICOLOGICAL EFFECTS

SECTION 12. Ecological Information
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

SECTION 13. Disposal Considerations
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Dispose of all pesticide waste according to local, State, and Federal regulations.
Small amounts of waste may be securely wrapped in several layers of newspaper and discarded in trash. Do not reuse empty container. Wrap empty container and put in trash.

SECTION 14. Transport Information
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

DOT PROPER SHIPPING NAME

ADDITIONAL TRANSPORT INFORMATION

SECTION 15. Regulatory Information
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

SECTION 16. Other Information
Equi-Spot Spot On Fly Control for Horses

The following information is offered as an aid only. This data is accurate for a similar product which has the additional active ingredient Pyriproxifen:
Acute Oral LD 50 = 2,614 mg/kg male rats
Acute Oral LD 50 = 1,660 mg/kg female rats
Acute Dermal LD 50 > 5,050 mg/kg rabbits
Primary Skin Irritation = 0.0
Not a dermal irritant or sensitizer.
Inhalation LC 50 >> 2.87 mg/liter
Moderate eye irritant

IMPORTANT: The information and data herein are believed to be accurate and have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable. It is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification.