MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
This form complies with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.
IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List): Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop

SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


MANUFACTURER NAME AND ADDRESS:   TELEPHONE #S: DATES:
Distributed by: 24 Hour Emergency (602)234-2269 Date Entered: 03/12/1999
Veterinary Products Laboratories Business Hours (602)285-1660 Last Revision: 03/12/1999
301 West Osborn Road     MSDS Printed: 09/14/2000
Phoenix, AZ. 85013    
SYNONYMS:

CHEMICAL FAMILY:
HAZARD LABEL:
MOLECULAR FORMULA: , MOLECULAR WEIGHT: NE or NA

SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS (SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY/COMMON NAME)   CAS # OSHA PEL   ACGIH TLV   OTHER LIMITS   PERCENTAGE
Pyrethrins {Cinerin I or II; Pyrethrum} 8003-34-7         0.15
Piperonyl butoxide {(a glycol ether)} 51-03-6            1.5
N-OCTYL BICYCLOHEPTENE DICARBOXIMIDE 113-48-4            0.5
Pyriproxyfen (NYLAR/BIOLAR) 95737-68-1         0.15

SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


BOILING POINT: 82.0 C SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1): 0.804 MELTING POINT: VAPOR PRESSURE (MM HG): . . . VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1):. . . . 2.07 PHYSICAL STATES: [ ] Gas EVAPORATION RATE: . . . . . . [ X ] Liquid (Butyl Acetate=1) [ ] Solid SOLUBILITY IN WATER:. . . . . Soluble in water PERCENT VOLATILE: . . . . . . APPEARANCE AND ODOR:
A yellow liquid with an alcohol odor.
ADDITIONAL PHYSICAL INFORMATION
ORAL TOXICITY: The oral rat LD50 is 5525 mg/kg body weight in males, 4436 mg/kg body weight in females, 4719 mg/kg combined.
INHALATION TOXICITY: The 4 hour rat LD50 in the rat was > 5.9 mg/L.
DERMAL TOXICITY: The dermal rat LD50 is greater than 2000 mg/kg body weight.
EYE IRRITATION: The product was determined to produce severe, but reversible eye irritation. Of six rabbits tested, 1 was free of all symptoms by Day 10, all were free of symptoms by Day 14.
SKIN IRRITATION: The product was Essentially Non-Irritating, Primary Irritation Index = 0.2.
SKIN SENSITIZATION: This product exhibited potential to produce dermal sensitization in guinea pigs.

SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


FLASH PT: 59.0 F METHOD USED:
EXPLOSIVE LIMITS: LEL: UEL:
AUTOIGNITION PT: 460.0 F EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:
Use water, carbon dioxide, or foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective equipment are recommended for firefighters. Toxic or corrosive gases can be expected in fires of this material.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Flammable liquid. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to a flame or point of ignition.

SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


STABILITY: Unstable [ X ] Stable [ ]
CONDITIONS TO AVOID - INSTABILITY:
Avoid heat, open flame, and incompatibles.
INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS TO AVOID:
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents such as household bleach, anhydrides, isocyanates and organometallics.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS:

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: May occur [ ] Will not occur [ X ]
CONDITIONS TO AVOID - HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:

ADDITIONAL STABILITY/REACTIVITY INFORMATION
Stable under normal conditions.

SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


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

CARCINOGENICITY: NTP? No , IARC Monographs? No , OSHA Regulated? No
CARCINOGENICITY/OTHER INFORMATION:
Not known
RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS: LD 50/LC 50:
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
SKIN CONTACT: Irritation immediately after direct contact is not expected. However, skin contact should be avoided.
EYE CONTACT: Irritation may occur following direct contact. Symptoms might include redness, swelling or discharge.
INHALATION: Mist or vapor is not expected to be toxic. However, inhalation should be avoided.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
None determined
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
SKIN CONTACT: Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area with soap and water. Obtain medical assistance if irritation or other unusual symptoms occur.
EYE CONTACT: Wash eyes with water for at least 15 minutes and obtain medical assistance.
INHALATION: In cases of overexposure, move exposed person to fresh air. Refer to a physician if subject experiences difficulty breathing. If breathing has stopped initiate basic life support and seek immediate medical assistance.
INGESTION: In the event of swallowing this material, do not induce vomiting. Treat subject symptomatically and supportively. Get immediate medical assistance.
NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: This material contains pyrethrin insecticides. In cases of overexposure, consult a poison control center for detailed information concerning pyrethrin poisoning and treatment.

SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:
For large spills, isolate the spill area, restrict access and post the area for hazards present (flammable liquid, eye irritant) and necessary precautions. Extinguish open flames and shut off sources of ignition. Wear appropriate protective equipment to avoid skin and eye contact. Mix with sand or absorbent material and scoop or shovel into a suitable, properly labeled container for recovery or disposal.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Triple rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling, or puncture and discard in trash. The container is made of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) #2 and can be offered for recycling.
HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION:
Use only in a well ventilated area.   Store in cool, dry area
Keep away from heat and flame.   Temperatures greater than 350 degrees
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING:
Store in a cool, dry place away from heat, open flames and other containers of food or feed. Do not transfer to other containers.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS:


SECTION VIII- CONTROL MEASURES
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SUMMARY - HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION
Impervious gloves      Goggles  
RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT (SPECIFY TYPE):
An appropriate respirator should be used if respiratory discomfort occurs. For U.S. operations, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 must be followed if respirator use is employed in the workplace. For non U.S. operations, review pertinent local regulations.
VENTILATION:
LOCAL EXHAUST: SPECIAL:
MECHANICAL (GENERAL): OTHER:
EYE PROTECTION:
Goggles are recommended if eye contact is possible.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES:
Avoid skin contact or wear impervious gloves when handling this material.
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING:
Wear clothing with long sleeves to avoid skin contact.
WORK/HYGIENIC/MAINTENANCE PRACTICES:
Wash hands and arms thoroughly after handling this material. Clean up spills immediately.
ADDITIONAL EXPOSURE CONTROL INFORMATION
Isopropyl alcohol - US (OSHA): 400 PPM (983 mg/m3) OSHA TWA
500 PPM (1230 mg/m3) OSHA STEL
US (ACGIH): 400 PPM (983 mg/m3) ACGIH TWA
500 PPM (1230 mg/m3) ACGIH STEL
Pyrethrum - US (ACGIH): 5 mg/m3 ACGIH TWA
US (OSHA): 5 mg/m3 OSHA TWA

SECTION IX - ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Adams Flea & Tick Mist with Sykillstop


ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION: This product is toxic to fish. Use with care when applying to areas adjacent to any body of water. Do not add directly to water. Do not contaminate water by cleaning of equipment or disposal of wastes.
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.



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