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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET .MDow AgroSciences VIKANE* GAS FUMIGANT Emergency Phone: 800-992-5994 Cow AgroSciences LLC Indianapolis, IN 46268 Effective Date: 10/7/03 Product Code: 91503 MSDS: 000506 11. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: PRODUCT: Vikane* Gas Fumigant COMPANY IDENTIFICATION: Dow AgroSciences 9330 Zionsville Road Indianapolis, IN 46268-1189 12. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS: Sulfuryl fluoride CAS# 002699-79-8 99.8% Impurities Associated with the Active Ingredient 0.2% This document is prepared pursuant to the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). In addition, other substances not 'Hazardous' per this OSHA Standard may be listed. Where proprietary ingredient shows, the identity may be made available as provided in this standard. 13. HAZARDOUS IDENTIFICATIONS: EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Hazardous Chemical. Colorless, odorless compressed gas. Evacuate immediate area if leak occurs. Excessive vapor concentrations are attainable and a single exposure may cause death. Toxic to pets, fish, wildlife, and avian. EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: 800-992-5994 POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS: This section includes possible adverse effects, which could occur if this material is not handled in the recommended manner. EYE: Essentially non-irritating to eyes. Liquid may cause frostbite. SKIN: Essentially non-irritating to skin. Liquid may cause frostbite. No adverse effects anticipated by skin absorption. INGESTION: Moderate toxicity if swallowed. The oral LDso for rats is 100 mg/kg. Swallowing is unlikely because of the physical state. *Trademark of Dow AgroSciences I INHALATION: Vapor concentrations are attainable which may be fatal with single exposure. Excessive exposure may cause severe irritation to upper respiratory tract (nose and throat) and lungs. The LCso for a 4-hour exposure for rats is 991-1122 ppm. SYSTEMIC (OTHER TARGET ORGAN) EFFECTS: In animals, effects have been reported on the following organs: I brain, central nervous system, kidney, lung, respiratory tract and thyroid gland. Observations in animals include convulsions and tremors. May cause fluorosis of teeth and bones. CANCER INFORMATION: Did not cause cancer in laboratory animals. TERATOLOGY (BIRTH DEFECTS): Birth defects are unlikely. Exposures having no effect on the mother should have no effect on the fetus. Did not cause birth defects in I animals; other effects were seen in the fetus only at doses which caused toxic effects to the mother. REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS: In animal studies, did not interfere with reproduction. 14. FIRST AID: EYES: In case of frostbite, immediately flush eyes with water; remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue flushing eyes for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention promptly preferably from an ophthalmologist. SKIN: If shoes, gloves, or clothing covering skin become wet with sulfuryl fluoride, immediately apply water to contaminated clothing before removing. Once area has thawed, remove contaminated items covering skin. Wash thoroughly or shower. INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. Call a physician or transport to a medical facility. 1