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1 SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company 1.1. Product identifier Product name: Thuricide SC Active ingredient: Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki SA-12 CAS No.: Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses: Uses advised against: Biological Insecticide All uses other than those on the label Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Name: Certis U.S.A., LLC Address: 9145 Guilford Road, Suite 175 Columbia, Maryland U.S.A. Phone Number: +01 (800) Website: 1.4. Emergency telephone number Emergency number: Classification of the substance or mixture SECTION 2: Hazards identification Hazard Classification: Toxicological Classification: Class I- Extremely Toxic* Classification of Environmental Hazard Potential: Class 1- Highly dangerous to the environment* * Classification based on Emergency Registration Substances SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients Ingredient CAS No. Wt. % Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki SA Page 1 of 8

2 * See section 16 for the full text of the hazard and risk phrases. Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in section Description of first aid measures SECTION 4: First aid measures Eye Contact: Skin Contact: Inhalation: Ingestion: IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. IF ON SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Wash skin with plenty of water of minutes. IF INHALED: Move person to an open and well ventilated place. If one is not breathing, call an ambulance, and then offer artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth. IF SWALLOWED: Get medical attention immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting, but it is possible this will occur. WARNING: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Irritant effects, cough, shortness of breath. May cause sensitization in some individuals Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Note to Physicians: No information available. SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable Extinguishing Media: Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, alcohol foam, carbon dioxide Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Hazardous combustion products: May produce irritating gases Advice for firefighters Protection of Firefighters: Keep upwind of fire. Wear protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures For non-emergency personnel: For emergency responders: Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area and observe emergency procedures. Use personal protection recommended in Section 8. Isolate the hazard area and deny entry to unnecessary and unprotected Page 2 of 8

3 6.2. Environmental precautions personnel. Avoid environmental contamination, do not apply in strong winds or the hottest hours, apply only at recommended doses. Avoid water contamination- do not wash the packaging or equipment in lakes, fountains, rivers, and other bodies of water Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Methods for Containment: Methods for Clean-Up: Isolate the contaminated area. Use personal protective equipment: waterproof overalls, gloves and rubber boots, goggles and mask. In case of spillage, follow the instructions below: Paved ground: Absorb liquid and place it in a properly labeled container. Spilled product must not be used. In this case see the registrant over the phone on the label for the return and disposal. Wash the site with lots of water and bleach solution 1-5%. Then remove the product to a proper area for disposal. Soil: Remove contaminated soil and adopt the same procedures described above for proper disposal. Water bodies: Immediately discontinue and contact the nearest environmental agency. Other Information: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations 6.4. Reference to other sections See Section 8 for occupational exposure limits and risk management measures. Refer to Section 13 for disposal considerations Precautions for safe handling SECTION 7: Handling and storage Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid contact with open wounds. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. See Section 8 for appropriate personal protective equipment. Keep away from excessive heat and open flames. After handling, wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep the product in its original packaging, isolated from food, beverages, feed or other materials. The location should be ventilated, covered, and have waterproof floors. Place a warning sign that reads: POISON CAUTION. Lock the site and prevent access to unauthorized persons, especially children. Observe the provisions of state and local legislation Specific end use(s) Follow application instructions on product labels and any technical documents provided with the product. Page 3 of 8

4 SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters None 8.2. Exposure controls Engineering Controls: Personal Protective Equipment Eye/Face Protection: Skin Protection Hand Protection: Body Protection: Respiratory Protection: Thermal Hazards: General Hygiene Considerations: Environmental exposure controls: Ensure ventilation is adequate. Do not handle or apply the product without personal protective equipment (PPE). Handle the product in an open and ventilated place. Refer to product label for complete list of PPE. Wear chemical safety glasses with side shields, or chemical goggles. Wear protective nitrile gloves. Wear suitable protective clothing: overalls, gloves, boots, aprons, mask, goggles, and cap. Use respirator or combination filter P2 class. Not applicable. Handle according to established industrial hygiene and safety practices. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling or application of the product. Wash gloves before removing personal protective equipment. Shower immediately after product application, and wash PPE after each application. Keep PPE separate from other clothing. Follow all applicable environmental protection legislation. SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance: Odour: Odour Threshold: ph: Melting Point / Freezing Point: Initial Boiling Point: Boiling Range: Flash Point: Evaporation Rate: Flammability (solid, gas): Lower & Upper Flammability Limits: Vapour Pressure: Brown opaque liquid. Characteristic (1% w/v) Not applicable (since it is a mixture, only a range would be measured). Not relevant (see above). Page 4 of 8

5 Vapour Density: Relative Density: g/cm 3 Solubility: Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Auto-ignition Temperature: Decomposition Temperature: Viscosity: Explosive Properties: Oxidising Properties: Not availabl. 20 ± 0.2ºC was determined as 580mPa.s 40 ± 0.2 C as 590mPa.s Other information SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity Reactivity No known hazardous reactions when handled and stored according to stated provisions Chemical stability Stable when handled and stored according to stated provisions Possibility of hazardous reactions No known hazardous reactions Conditions to avoid Avoid exposure to moisture. Exposure to excessive heat or open flame Incompatible materials No known incompatible materials Hazardous decomposition products No known hazardous decomposition products. Page 5 of 8

6 11.1. Information on toxicological effects SECTION 11: Toxicological information Likely Routes of Exposure: Eye contact, skin contact, ingestion and inhalation. Symptoms: Chronic effects are not expected. Refer to section 4 for first aid measures. Acute Toxicity Toxicological information on the substance or mixture: LD50 (oral) LD50 (dermal) LC50 (inhalation) Skin corrosion / irritation: Serious eye damage/irritation: Respiratory or skin sensitization: Mutagenicity: Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Carcinogenicity: Reproductive toxicity: Developmental toxicity: Fertility: Target Organs: STOT-single exposure: STOT-repeated exposure: Aspiration hazard: Repeated Dose Toxicity: Narcosis: Interactive Effects: Chronic Effects: > 5050 mg/kg bw (rat) based on a test run for similar active ingredient > 5050 mg/kg (rat) based on a test run for similar active ingredient > 3.26 mg/l (maximum attainable concentration in air) no observed effect based on a test run for similar active ingredient No signs of dermal irritation, no oedema or erythema, were observed after 4h dermal exposure (rabbit) based on a test run with similar active ingredient. Not irritating to the rabbit eye based on a test run with similar active ingredient Not mutagenic according to Salmonella reverse mutation assay and according to the mutagenicity test run on Chinese hamster ovary cells (based on a test run with a similar active ingredient Btk). Not mutagenic, see above. Skin. Not an aspiration hazard. Other information on adverse health effects: No other information available. Page 6 of 8

7 SECTION 12: Ecological information Toxicity Low toxicity and non-pathogenic to tested aquatic species (fish, daphnia, algae), birds, bees and non-target arthropods Persistence and degradability Bioaccumulative potential The active substance Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki shows a rapid loss of activity in response to UV light. Bacillus thuringiensis subspecies kurstaki is not pathogenic and does not reproduce in living organisms other than target Lepidopteran larvae Mobility in soil The active substance Btk has a high capacity to adsorb to the clay fractions in soils and shows no evidence of leaching Other adverse effects Waste treatment methods SECTION 13: Disposal considerations Disposal Instructions: Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with all national and local regulations. No mixing with other waste. Handle un-cleaned containers like the product itself. Triple rinse packaging and disposal according to label instructions. SECTION 14: Transportation information UN number UN proper shipping name Transport hazard class(es) Packing group Environmental hazards Special precautions for user Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code SECTION 15: Regulatory information Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Authorizations: The strain SA-12 is deposited in the ARS Culture Collection (also known as Northern Regional Research Laboratory (NRRL) under the reference number NRRL B National regulations: Registered with the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food Supply MAPA under No E Page 7 of 8

8 SECTION 16: Other information Disclaimer: To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither Certis USA nor any of its subsidiaries assume any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All material may present unknown health hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards which exist SDS Authoring Information: Date of compilation: April 24, 2015 Revision date: Not applicable. Version number: 1.0 Previous version: Not applicable. SDS Prepared by: Certis U.S.A., LLC Page 8 of 8