BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 1 of 8 Date / Revised: Version 5.1 (NZ 6817) Product: ACROBAT MZ 690

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1 BASF New Zealand Limited Safety Data Sheet BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 1 of 8 1. Substance/preparation and company identification ACROBAT MZ 690 Company: BASF New Zealand Limited 3 Airpark Drive, Airport Oaks, Manukau P.O. Box 407, Auckland 1015 Phone: Fax: address: reception@basf-nz.co.nz Emergency information: National Poisons Centre: BASF Emergency Advice Number: (24 hour advice in an emergency only) 2. Hazard identification Hazard Classification: 6.3A, 6.4A, 6.5B, 6.9B, 9.1A Priority Identifier: WARNING Keep out of reach of children Secondary identifiers: 6.3A May cause skin irritation. Irritating to respiratory system. 6.4A May cause eye irritation. 6.5B May cause sensitisation from prolonged skin contact. 6.9B May cause liver damage from repeated oral exposure at high doses. 9.1A Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 3. Composition/information on ingredients Chemical nature Crop protection product, fungicide, water dispersible granules Hazardous ingredients Dimethomorph Content (W/W): 9 % CAS Number: Hazard symbol(s): N R-phrase(s): 51/53 Registered trademark of BASF

2 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 2 of 8 Mancozeb Content (W/W): 60 % CAS Number: INDEX-Number: Hazard symbol(s): Xi, N R-phrase(s): 37, 43, 50/53 Sodium alkyl sulfonate-preparation Content (W/W): 3 % Hazard symbol(s): Xi R-phrase(s): 36/37/38 The wording of the EU hazard symbols and R-phrases is specified in chapter 16 if dangerous ingredients are mentioned. 4. First-aid measures General advice: Remove contaminated clothing. Immediate medical attention required. Show container, label and/or safety data sheet to physician. If inhaled: Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical attention. On skin contact: After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water and soap. If irritation develops, seek medical attention. On contact with eyes: Immediately wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open, consult an eye specialist. On ingestion: Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek medical attention. Do not induce vomiting unless told to by a poison control center or doctor. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth if the victim is unconscious or having convulsions. Note to physician: Treatment: Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), no known specific antidote. 5. Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing media: Water spray, foam, dry extinguishing media, dry powder Specific hazards: Sulphur dioxide, hydrogen sulphide, carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride, carbon bisulphide, and nitrogen oxides. The substances/groups of substances mentioned can be released in case of fire. Special protective equipment: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus.

3 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 3 of 8 Further information: In case of fire and/or explosion do not breathe fumes. Collect contaminated extinguishing water separately; do not allow to reach sewage or effluent systems. Dispose of fire debris and contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations. 6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions: Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective clothing. Avoid dust formation. Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater. Do not discharge into the subsoil/soil. Methods for cleaning up or taking up: For small amounts: Sweep/shovel up. For large amounts: Sweep/shovel up. Avoid raising dust. Cleaning operations should be carried out only while wearing breathing apparatus. Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. Collect waste in suitable containers, which can be labeled and sealed. Clean contaminated floors and objects thoroughly with water and detergents, observing environmental regulations. 7. Handling and storage Handling No special measures necessary if stored and handled correctly. Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas. Protection against fire and explosion: Avoid dust formation. Avoid deposition of dust. Dust can form an explosive mixture with air. Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should be kept handy. Keep away from oxidizable substances. The product is combustible. This product must be under the personal control of an APPROVED HANDLER when used in a wide dispersive manner or by a commercial contractor. Storage Segregate from foods and animal feeds. Segregate from acids. Segregate from oxidants. Protect against moisture. Keep away from heat. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep container dry. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Storage site requirements: Stores containing 100 kg or more of this product require emergency response plans and are subject to signage. When stored with substances of the same hazard the aggregate quantity must be considered. For full details refer to the current standard NZS8409 Management of Agrichemicals or the HSNO Regulations. Storage stability: Storage duration: 24 Months Keep container tightly closed and dry.

4 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 4 of 8 Protect from temperatures above: 30 C Changes in the properties of the product may occur if substance/product is stored above indicated temperature for extended periods of time. 8. Exposure controls and personal protection Workplace Exposure Standards None set Application in the workplace Not applicable Exposure Standards Outside the Workplace None set Engineering controls No special requirements. Product is used outdoors. Follow the Precautions and Directions for Use statements on the product label, and the use and safety directions in the current version of the New Zealand Standard for the Management of Agrichemicals NZS8409. Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection: Breathing protection if breathable aerosols/dust are formed. Breathing protection if dusts are formed. Wear respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate. Particle filter Type P2 or FFP2, (medium efficiency for solid and liquid particles e.g. EN143,149) Hand protection: Suitable chemical resistant safety gloves (EN 374) also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6, corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374): E.g. nitrile rubber (0.4 mm), chloroprene rubber (0.5 mm), polyvinyl chloride (0.7 mm) and other Eye protection: Safety goggles with side-shields (frame goggles) (EN 166) Body protection: Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting boots, chemical-protection suit (according to DIN-EN 465). Precautions (from product label) Keep out of reach of children. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. TRANSPORT: Do NOT carry this product on a passenger service vehicle. PERSONAL PROTECTION: When mixing and preparing spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, suitable gloves and safety goggles. GENERAL SAFETY AND HYGIENE MEASURES: Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid inhalation of dust or spray mist. Do NOT eat, drink or smoke while using this product. Remove protective clothing and wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water before meals and after work. Wash protective clothing immediately after use. Store work clothing separately. APPLICATION: Apply with well-maintained and accurately calibrated equipment. Do NOT spray over, or allow drift over, surface water. Clean out application equipment thoroughly after use. Do NOT contaminate surface or ground water by cleaning of equipment or disposing of equipment wash waters.

5 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 5 of 8 9. Physical and chemical properties Form: solid, granules Colour: beige Odour: characteristic ph value: 6.9 (10 g/l) (as a dispersion) Flammability: not self-igniting Bulk density: kg/m 3 Solubility in water: dispersible 10. Stability and reactivity Conditions to avoid: Avoid humidity. Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Substances to avoid: Acids, oxidizing agent, organic compounds Hazardous reactions: No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. 11. Toxicological information HSNO Hazard Classification: 6.3A May cause skin irritation. Irritating to respiratory system. 6.4A May cause eye irritation. 6.5B May cause sensitisation from prolonged skin contact. 6.9B May cause liver damage from repeated oral exposure at high doses. LD 50 /oral/rat/female: 2,770 mg/kg The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure and composition. LC 50 /by inhalation/rat: > 6.4 mg/l / 4 h LD 50 /dermal/rat: > 2,000 mg/kg The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure and composition. Primary skin irritation/rabbit: non-irritant The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure and composition. Primary irritations of the mucous membrane/rabbit: non-irritant The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure and composition.

6 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 6 of 8 Information on: Mancozeb Irritating to respiratory system Sensitization/guinea pig: Caused sensitization in animal studies. Additional information: Misuse can be harmful to health. 12. Ecological information HSNO Hazard Classification: 9.1A Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Ecotoxicity Toxicity to fish: Oncorhynchus mykiss/lc50 (96 h): 1.48 mg/l Aquatic invertebrates: Daphnia magna/ec50 (48 h): > 1.1 mg/l Aquatic plants: Selenastrum capricornutum/ec50 (72 h): 17.3 µg/l Persistence and degradability Elimination information Information on: dimethomorph Evaluation: Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria). Information on: mancozeb Evaluation: Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria). Additional information Other ecotoxicological advice: Do not discharge product into the environment without control. 13. Disposal considerations Disposal must be in accordance with national, regional and local regulations. Do NOT dispose of this product, spray mix or equipment wash water down drains or sewers. Do NOT contaminate surface water with chemical or empty container. Container: Empty bag completely in to the spray tank. Burn empty bag in a suitable incinerator if circumstances, especially wind direction, permit. Otherwise crush and bury in suitable landfill. Product: Dispose of this product only by using according to the label or in a suitable landfill. Do NOT burn product. For quantities greater than 50 kg of product seek advice before attempting disposal. Dispose of equipment wash waters on suitable ground away from surface water and crops.

7 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 7 of Transport information Land/rail (ADR/RID), sea (IMDG/GGVSee) and air transport (ICAO/IATA): Class 9 Packaging group III UN-number 3077 Designation of goods ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Contains: DIMETHOMORPH, MANCOZEB 60%) Hazchem 2[Z] 15. Regulatory information Approved pursuant to the HSNO Act 1996, Code HSR See for approval controls. Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997, No. P3971. See for registration conditions. APPROVED HANDLER: This product must be under the personal control of an approved handler when used in a wide dispersive manner or by a commercial contractor. TRACKING: RECORD KEEPING: NOTE: Does NOT need to be tracked. Records of use must be kept if 3 kg or more of this product is applied within 24 hours in a place where the substance is likely to enter air or water and leave the place. Storage, application and record keeping must be as described in the current version of the New Zealand Standard for the Management of Agrichemicals NZS8409. Regulations of the European union (Labeling) / National legislation/regulations EEC Directives: Hazard symbol(s) Xi Irritant. N Dangerous for the environment. R-phrase(s) R37 Irritating to respiratory system. R43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. R50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. S-phrase(s) S2 Keep out of the reach of children. S13 Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. S20/21 When using do not eat, drink or smoke. S24 Avoid contact with skin. S35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. S37 Wear suitable gloves. S46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. S57 Use appropriate container to avoid environmental contamination.

8 BASF Safety Data Sheet Page 8 of 8 Hazard determinant component(s) for labeling: DIMETHOMORPH, MANCOZEB Other regulations For the user of this plant-protective product applies: 'To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.' (Directive 1999/45/EC, Article 10, No. 1.2) 16. Other information Full text of hazard symbols and R-phrases if mentioned as hazardous components in chapter 2: N Dangerous for the environment. Xi Irritant. 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 37 Irritating to respiratory system. 43 May cause sensitization by skin contact. 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amendment from the previous version. DISCLAIMER: The information provided in this SDS is based upon sources believed to be accurate. However, BASF New Zealand Limited assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness or suitability of this information. The product recipient/user is responsible for determining the suitability of this information for their particular purposes, and for observing existing laws and regulations.