How the epa is ignoring atrazine contamination in surface. Atrazine s primary manufacturer is syngenta and it is one of the most widely used herbicides in us and australian agriculture as of 2001, atrazine was the most commonly detected. Keep in original containers and keep containers closed. Application setbacks from surface waters are required for acuron because of the high potential for atrazine to reach surface water and groundwater. Atrazine is slightly toxic to fish and other aquatic life96 hour lc50 range from 0. See product label for complete list of uses and use sites. In addition, there is a perapplication maximum of no more than 1. Atrazine 4l herbicide controls many annual and broadleaf grass weeds. Atrazine 1912249 900 gkg talc 14807966 18 gkg dispersants and dyes 010 % 4.
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against relevant identified uses. Safety data sheet of 5 infosafe no 3nurd issue date. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Nitrogen msds material safety data sheet for nitrogen n2 reference. Atrazine 1912249 900 gkg ingredients determined to be nonhazardous 10 % 4. First aid measures if poisoning is suspected, immediately contact the poison information centre, doctor or.
Atrazine 900 wdg msds arysta lifescience south africa. Of the acres treated with atrazine, less than 10,000 acres are treated aerially per. In the event or a medical or chemical emergency contact chemtel, inc. Unless applied over 5 ozac then longer rotation required, refer to product label. Fire may produce irritating or poisonous vapours hydrogen chloride and toxic oxides of nitrogen, mists or other products of combustion. Atrazine can enter groundwater and should not be applied to sand and loamy sand soils where the groundwater table is close to the surface and where these soils are very permeable. Users are advised not to apply atrazine to sand and loamy sand soils where the water table groundwater is close to the surface and where these soils are very permeable, i. Identification ghs product flowable atrazine identifier product code 00248. Atrazine can persist for longer than one year under conditions which are not conducive to chemical or biological activity, such as dry or cold climates 27, 28. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set.
Your local agricultural agencies can provide further information on the type of soil in your area and the. Many agricultural herbicide prepack products containing atrazine are listed below. Do not apply, after the maize has reached 800 mm height. Drexel chemical company 1700 channel avenue memphis, tn 38106. See label for list of crops atrazine 4l can be used on.
Atrazine is mainly absorbed through the roots of weeds and then transported to the actively growing tips and leaves. Pdf, xml, xfo and any other electronic files rendered by an infosafe system for infosafe msds displayed is the intellectual. Atrazine has a low level of bioaccumulation in fish. Maximum rates for syngenta products containing atrazine appear in the table on the front of this guide. Page 3 of 5 7 handling and storage precautions for safe handling. Agrizagrizine 500 sc ine 500 sc material safety data sheet page 1 of 5 1. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet manufacturer ec responsible person ultradent products, inc. Atrazine sc page 1 of 5 material safety data sheet issued by. Safety glasses with side shields or goggles and rubber gloves should be worn when handling product. Cas msds atrazine melting point boiling point density cas chemical properties rinse the spill area with water to remove any residue. Safety data sheet atrazine 4l page 1 of 8 drexel atrazine 4l product name.
Atrazine ingredients used in pesticide products us epa. Safety data sheet atrazine 90df herbicide section 1. Atrazine will generally stay in the upper 1 to 6 inches of the soil profile on most agricultural soils. Not all products are registered for use in every state. On average, about 3% of fallow acres 1,140,800 acres that receive herbicide applications are treated with atrazine.
This skin notation profile presents 1 a brief summary of epidemiological and toxicological data associated with skin contact with atrazine and 2 the rationale behind the hazardspecific skin notation sk assignment for atrazine. However, mammary tumors were observed in rats after lifetime administration of high doses of atrazine. Application rate per wetted hectare notes for broadleaf weeds use 1. Atrazine weed killer controls both emerged weeds and weeds from seed in st. Atrazine can be washed off the site of application to other sites where nontolerant vegetation grows.
Accidental release measures contain spill and collect, as appropriate. Atrazine application rates atrazine applications for corn are restricted to a maximum of 2. The sk assignment is based on the scientific rationale and logic outlined in the current intelligence bulletin 61. Drexel atrazine 90df herbicide epa reg no 19776 cas no. Atrazine is practically nontoxic to birds ld50 2000 mgkg in mallard ducks. Atrazine is a member of the triazine chemical class, which includes simazine and propazine. If you wish to find out if a product is registered in your state or for additional product information, send us an email or call 186699bayer. Weve included the most sought after safety data sheets, and the database just keeps growing. Our msds database is an easy to use, do it yourself tool, and best of all. It is primarily used in agriculture with the greatest use on corn, sorghum, and sugarcane. The presence of atrazine in surface water runoff is of greatest concern. Cheminova atrazine 900 wg 58450 61749 1101t page 3 of 9 crop situation weeds controlled state rate ha critical comments sorghum, broom millet, saccaline and forage sorghum irrigated black bindweed climbing buckwheat, as above all states 1. Atrazine kills the weed by inhibiting photosynthesis.
Atrazine is a widely used herbicide that can be applied before and after planting to control broadleaf and grassy weeds. Fire fighters and others that may be exposed should wear full protective clothing and selfcontained breathing apparatus. This chart contains some restricted use pesticides. It provides good weed control for crops because it is a selective herbicide, meaning the crop plants can metabolize the chemical, but the weeds are killed. Users are advised not to apply atrazine to sand and loamy sand soils where the water table ground water is close to the surface and where these soils are very permeable, i. Technical editing for this publication was led by christy sprague, ph. Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database. Atrazine 4l may be applied before or after weeds emerge. Atrazine can travel seep or leach through soil and can enter groundwater which may be used as drinking water. If this product is ingested, induce emesis or lavage stomach. Safety data sheet atrazine 90df page 1 of 8 atrazine 90df herbicide product name.
It is used to prevent pre and postemergence broadleaf weeds in crops such as maize corn and sugarcane and on turf, such as golf courses and residential lawns. Check for a label and material safety data sheet at. Atrazine can be applied by spraying onto the effected area either via a ground. Atrazine herbicide is used in crops such as corn and sugarcane. Using atrazine application rates corn and sorghum and. Msds document numbern000 revision dated 03 sept 96 in an emergency, call chemtrec at 8004249300 us toll free or 7035273887 contents. Upc number 7 32221 33430 4 32 oz 40 cases per pallet controls henbit, dollarweed, chickweed, clover, sandspur and others listed on label. The use of an aqueous slurry of activated charcoal may be considered.
Atrazine is a selective herbicide applied to fields at the beginning of the growing season to kill weeds. Atrazine 4l, atrazine 90df, aatrex 4l, lumax ez, acuron, breakfree atz reference to commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding that no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is implied. Atrazine usually lasts about 4 months at the surface and 2 months at deeper sites agroecosystems 73. Atrazine is the leading residual herbicide in fallow systems.
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