Chemical Properties
White powder
Chemical Properties
Colorless or white solid. Liquid form is dark brown with an aromatic hydrocarbon odor.
Uses
Postemergent herbicide.
Potential Exposure
A chlorophenoxy/aryloxyphenoxypropionate herbicide used to control annual and perennial grassy weeds in potatoes, soy beans, beans, beets, vegetables, flax, ground nuts, rape, and cotton. Incompatibilities: Decomposed by acids and alkalis. May react with strong oxidizers such as chlorates, peroxides, nitrates, etc
Shipping
UN3077 Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s., Hazard class: 9; Labels: 9-Miscellaneous hazardous material, Technical Name Required.
Incompatibilities
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure, begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions) if breathing has stopped, and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit. Do not induce vomiting when formulations containing petroleum solvents are ingested.
Waste Disposal
In accordance with 40CFR165, follow recommendations for the disposal of pesticides and pesticide containers. Containers must be disposed of properly by following package label directions or by contacting your local or federal environmental control agency, or by contacting your regional EPA office
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