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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET <br />~n~' AgroSciences <br />Dow AgroSciences LLC <br />Indianapolis, IN 46268 <br />Effective Date: 2/11102 <br />PATHFINDER* II HERBICIDE Product code: 4,753 <br />MSDS: 004778 <br />NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: The derision of whether to induce <br />vomiting or not should be made by a physician. If lavage is <br />performed, suggest endohacheal and/or esophageal control. <br />Danger from lung aspiration must be weighed against <br />toxiaty when considering emptying the stomach. If bum is <br />present, treat as any thermal bum, after decontamination. <br />8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION: <br />These precautions are suggested for conditions where a <br />potential for exposure exists. Emergency conditions may <br />require additional preceudons. <br />No spedfic antidote. Treatment of exposure should be EXPOSURE GUIDELINE(S): <br />directed at the control of symptoms and the clinical condition 3,5,8-trichloro-2-pyridinyloxyacelic acid, Dowanol EB ester. <br />of the patient. Dow AgroSciences Industrial Hygiene Guide is 2 mg/M3 as <br />add equivalent, Skin. <br />5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES: <br />FLASH POINT: 350°F, 177°C <br />METHOD USED: SFCC <br />FLAMMABLE LIMITS <br />LFL: Not determined <br />UFL: Not determined <br />EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water fog, foam. <br />A "skin" notation following the exposure guideline refers to <br />the potential for dermal absorption of the material. It is <br />intended to alert the reader that inhalation may not be the <br />only route of exposure and that measures to minimize <br />dermal exposures should be considered. <br />ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Provide general and/or local <br />exhaust ventilation to control airborne levels below the <br />exposure guideline. <br />FIRE & EXPLOSION H/17ARDS: May emit toxic, irritating RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANUFACTURING, <br />vapors if involved In a fire. COMMERCUIL BLENDING, AND PACKAGING <br />WORKERS: <br />FIRE-FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Use positive pressure self- <br />contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Atmospheric levels should <br />6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES• be maintained below the exposure guideline. When <br />respiratory protection is required for certain operations, use <br />ACTION TO TAKE FOR SPILLSILEAKS: Dike large spills. a NIOSH approved air-purifying respirator. <br />Keep out of streams and domestic water supplies. Absorb <br />small spills in inert material such as dry sand. Eliminate all SKIN PROTECTION: When prolonged or frequently <br />ignition sources. Report large spills to Dow AgroSciences at repeated contact could occur, use chemicelly protective <br />800-992-5994. clothing resistant to this material. Selection of specific items <br />7. HANDLING AND STORAGE: such as faceshield, gloves, boots, apron or full-body suit will <br />depend on operation. <br />PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND <br />STORAGE: Keep out of reach of children. Harmful 'rf <br />swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Avoid contact <br />with skin, eyes, and Gothing. Avoid breathing vapor or spray <br />mist. Users should wash hands before eating, drinking, <br />chewing gum, using tobacco, or using the toilet. Store in the <br />original container with the lid tightly closed. <br />EYE/FACE PROTECTION: Use safety glasses. If exposure <br />causes eye discomfort, use a NIOSH approved full-face <br />respirator. <br />APPLICATORS AND ALL OTHER HANDLERS: Refer to <br />the product label for personal protective clothing and <br />equipment recommendations. <br />'Trademark of Dow PgroStlences <br />2 <br />