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SAFETY DATA SHEETASULOX ®Date of Issue: 24 August 2005 Page 1 of 61. Identification of the Substance/Mixture and Supplier.Product name:Recommended Use:Company details:Telephone:Facsimile:Emergency telephone:Asulox ®A selective weedkiller for the control of docks and bracken.Bayer New Zealand Limited,3 Argus Place,Glenfield,Auckland,New Zealand.0800 428 24609 441 86450800 734 607 Orica SH&E Shared services (24hr)2. Hazards Identification.Hazard classification:Classification and type:Risk & Safety Phrases:Classified as hazardous according to the criteria in theHazardous Substances (Minimum Degrees of Hazard)Regulations 2001.HSNO Class ♦6.3B, 6.4A, 6.8B, 9.1C, 9.2DThis product may cause skin irritation.This product may cause eye irritation.This product may cause reproductive/development damage fromrepeated oral exposure.Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.Harmful to soil environment.R36, R38, R52, R62,3. Composition/Information on Ingredients.Pure substance:Chemical identity of puresubstance:Common name:Chemical Identity of Ingredients:Methyl ((4-aminophenyhl)sulphonyl) carbamate, monosodium saltasulamMixture:Ingredient CAS No. Content (%w/v)Asulam as sodiumsalt in aqueoussolutionOther ingredientsdetermined not tobe hazardous2302-17-2 40%60%Page 1 of 6

SAFETY DATA SHEETASULOX ®Date of Issue: 24 August 2005 Page 2 of 64. First Aid Measures:Description of necessary firstaid measures:In case of poisoning by any exposure route contact the NationalPoisons and Hazardous Chemicals Information Centre, PO Box913, Dunedin. Phone 0800 764 766, 0800 POISON.Workplace facilities:Hygiene Practices:Poisoning symptoms:No specific facilities required. Standard emergency equipmentmust be available.Avoid contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of concentrationor spray mist. When mixing or applying, wear protective clothing,including face shield, impervious gloves and footwear. If clothingbecomes contaminated with product, remove clothingimmediately. DO NOT eat, drink or smoke while using. Washhands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water beforemeals and after work. Wash protective clothing daily after work.No case of human poisoning due to this product is on record.Eye:If product gets in eyes wash it out immediately with water.Skin:Inhaled:If skin contact occurs remove contaminated clothing and washaffected areas thoroughly with soap and water.Move person to fresh air and keep at rest until recovered. Applyartificial respiration if necessary.5. Fire-Fighting Measures.Fire Hazard Properties:May give rise to dangerous fumes (carbon and nitrogen oxideshydrochloric gas) if strongly heated.Extinguishing media:Recommended Protectiveclothing:Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), foam, dry powders.When fighting a major fire wear an air-supplied respirator. Wearprotective equipment.Page 2 of 6

SAFETY DATA SHEETASULOX ®Date of Issue: 24 August 2005 Page 3 of 66. Accidental Release Measures.Personal Precautions:Environmental Precautions:Procedure for spill:Emergency Procedures:Ensure suitable personal protection during removal of spillages.This means wearing eye protection, chemically resistant gloves,boots and overalls.Washings must be prevented from entering surface water drainsor waterways.Keep all bystanders away.Wear goggles, half face-piece respirator with combined dust andvapour cartridge, full length clothing and PVC gloves.Contaminated material must be disposed of in accordance withall local authority requirements.• For quantities up to 50L of product bury in asecure approved landfill site.• For quantities greater than 50L seek advice fromthe manufacturer (use emergency contact number)before attempting disposal. Contain in a securelocation until disposal method is established.Decontaminate the spill area with detergent and water and rinsewith the smallest volume of water practicable.Procedure for Disposal:a)Triple rinsing or preferably pressure rinsing containers withwater. Add the rinsings to the spray tank. DO NOT dispose ofundiluted chemicals on site.b) Burning of empty containers if circumstances, especially winddirection, permit is an alternative method. Do not burn unless in asuitable incinerator.c) Product or unused spray mix should be disposed of accordingto label instructions.7. Handling and Storage.Handling Practices:Conditions for Safe Storage andStore Sire Requirements:Avoid contact with skin and eyes and inhalation of concentrate orspray mist. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash faceand hands before eating, drinking or smoking.Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place and protect fromsunlight. Avoid temperatures below 0°C or above 30°C.Packaging:Store in original container, tightly closed, away from foodstuffs.Page 3 of 6

SAFETY DATA SHEETASULOX ®Date of Issue: 24 August 2005 Page 4 of 68. Exposure Control/Personal ProtectionEngineering measures:Respiratory protection:Eye protection:Other protective equipment:Hygiene measures:Use in well ventilated areas.Where insufficient ventilation,use suitable respiratory protection.Wear suitable protective gloves (e.g. Polyvinyl chloride −PVC). After contamination with product change the glovesimmediately.Chemical goggles/face protection.Wear suitable protective clothing.Avoid inhaling aerosols and vapours. Avoid contact with eyes andskin. Store work clothes and street clothes separately. Washhand before breaks and at the end of work. Changecontaminated protective clothing. Keep away from food, drinksand tobacco.9. Physical and Chemical PropertiesForm:Colour:Vapour pressure:Specific gravity:Solubility in water:Solubility in organic solvents:pH:Flash point:Boiling point:OTHER PROPERTIESDust explosion class:Corrosive:Clear liquidBrownish-yellowNegligible1.19 @ 20°CAsulam 5g/l @ 20°C Sodium salt >600Acetone 340mg/l, Methanol 280mg/l and Hydrocarbons

SAFETY DATA SHEETASULOX ®Date of Issue: 24 August 2005 Page 5 of 611. Toxicological InformationAcute oral toxicity:Acute dermal toxicity:Skin irritation:Eye irritation:Other informationLD 50 : rat >12.5ml/kgLD 50 : rat >2ml/kgIrritant to skinirritant to eyesMay cause sensitization by skin contact.12. Ecological InformationAcute fish toxicity:LC 50 for three species of fish were in excess of 5,000 ppm.13. Disposal Considerations.LD 50 of the formulation to a range of birds was in excess of10ml/kg with dietary feeding trials showing LD in excess of75,000ppm.Product Disposal:Container Disposal:Dispose of this product only by using according to the label, or atan approved landfill or other approved facility.Triple rinse the empty container adding rinseate to the spraytank. Recycle if possible. If allowed under local authority, burn ifcircumstances, especially wind direction permit, otherwise crushand bury in an approved local authority facility. Do not usecontainer for any other purpose.14. Transportation Information.Rail/Road (RID/ADR)Sea (IMDG-Code)Air (ICAO/IATA)UN 3082 Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S,(asulam) Class 9, Packing Group: III Hazchem 2X.UN 3082 Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S,(asulam) Class 9, Packing Group: III Hazchem 2X. MarinePollutant for Marine Transport Only.UN 3082 Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S,(asulam) Class 9, Packing Group: III Hazchem 2X.Page 5 of 6

SAFETY DATA SHEETASULOX ®Date of Issue: 24 August 2005 Page 6 of 615. Regulatory Information.HSNO Approval Number:HSR000424HSNO Controls (inc. Tracking): See www.ermanz.govt.nz for controls.Approved Handlers required:Approved Handlers not required.ACVM Registration: P 1487ACVM Controls:See www.nzfsa.govt.nz/acvm for registration conditions.16. Other Information.6.3B May cause skin irritation.6.4A May cause eye irritation.6.8B May cause reproductive/development damage from repeated oral exposure.9.1C Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.9.2D Harmful to soil environment.________________________________________________________________________________R36 Irritating to eyes.R38 Irritating to skin.R52 Harmful to aquatic organisms.R62 Possible risk to impaired fertility.® Registered trademark of Bayer.The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. The purpose of this Safety Data Sheetis to describe products in terms of their safety requirements. The above details do not imply any guaranteeconcerning composition, properties or performance of the product.Page 6 of 6