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SECTION 1 Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking.
1.1 Product identifier
1.2 Relevant identified uses of
An insecticide for professional (public hygiene). A light grey-white free flowing powder. Used for the the substance or mixture and
control of flies, mosquitos, ants, cockroaches, wasps, silver fish, fleas, beetles, bedbugs, moths and uses advised against
booklice in public hygiene and domestic situations 1.3 Details of the supplier of
Rentokil Initial Supplies, Liverpool, L33 7SR, UK.
the safety data sheet
Rentokil Initial Supplies, Liverpool, L33 7SR, UK.
1.4 Emergency telephone
0844 892 011 (for use by medical professionals only).
SECTION 2 Hazards Identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008.
Classification according to Directive 1999/45/EC (See section 16) 2.2 Label elements
Risk phrase(s) (R), in full / Hazard statement(s) (H), in R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in Safety phrase(s) (S), in full / Precautionary PERMETHRIN DUSTING POWDER
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Contains permethrin. May produce an allergic reaction.
2.3 Other hazards
No other significant adverse effects expected under normal conditions of handling and use.
SECTION 3 Composition/Information on Ingredients (See section 16)
3.2 Mixtures
Common*/ Chemical
REACH Registration No.
Directive 67/548/
Regulation (EC)
Name (IUPAC)
EEC classification
No 1272/2008
classification
SECTION 4 First-Aid Measures
4.1 Description of first aid measure
Remove patient to fresh air, keep warm and at rest. Apply supportive measures if necessary and seek Rinse affected eye with clean running water, or eyewash solution, for at least 15 minutes holding eyelids well apart. Rinse entire surface and do not allow run-off to contaminate unaffected eye. Seek Remove and wash contaminated clothing immediately. Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. If the patient feels unwell seek medical advice.
This route of exposure is not anticipated.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects both acute and delayed
Appropriate first-aid equipment should be provided.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Further information on all Rentokil Initial formulations is lodged with the local National Poisons No specific antidote known. Treatment is symptomatic.
SECTION 5 Fire Fighting Measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Use carbon dioxide, foam, water-fog, or dry powder extinguishers.
5.2 Special hazards arising
from the mixture
5.3 Advice for fire fighters
Wear suitable personal protective equipment.
SECTION 6 Accidental Release Measures
6.1 Personal precautions,
Do not breathe dust. Do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash hands and exposed skin.
protective equipment and
emergency procedures
6.2 Environmental precautions Avoid access to the drains/surface water/groundwater.
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6.3 Methods and material for
Collect up spilt material and transfer to a suitable container for subsequent disposal.
containment and cleaning up
6.4 Reference to other sections Please also see sections 8 and 13 for further information.
SECTION 7 Handling and Storage
7.1 Precautions for safe
Ensure there is sufficient ventilation in the area.
handling
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, Store in original container in a cool, dry, ventilated place out of the reach of children and away from
including any incompatibilities food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
SECTION 8 Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
8.1 Control Parameters
Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) long-term
exposure (8 hour Time Weighted Average)
Workplace Exposure Limit (WEL) short-term
exposure (15 minute reference period)
Substance name used in Directive EC/98/24 (1st Not applicable.
IOELV Directive)
8.2 Exposure Controls
Label advice indicates none necessary under normal handling and use. However, consider other None necessary under normal working conditions.
None necessary under normal working conditions.
None necessary under normal working conditions.
Environmental Exposure Controls Use only in accordance with instructions given.
SECTION 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance, odour and
Off white powder, no characteristic odour.
physical state
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9.2 Other Information
SECTION 10 Stability and Reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
None expected under normal conditions of handling and use.
10.2 Chemical stability
This product is stable under normal conditions of handling and use.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous
None expected under normal conditions of handling and use.
reactions
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat, sparks and open flames. Avoid extremes of temperature, e.g. below 0°C and above 40°C.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Avoid contact with strong bases and strong oxidising agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition Combustion or thermal decomposition will evolve carbon and nitrogen oxides and halogen
products
SECTION 11 Toxicological Information (see also box 2)
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
For Permethrin LD50 oral rat 7500 mg/kg.
Product may irritate respiratory system. Symptoms may include coughing, expectoration, sneezing and difficulty breathing due to upper respiratory tract Product does not contain any components known to have any effects relating to repeated-dose toxicity.
Product does not contain any components known to have a mutagenic effect.
Product does not contain any components known to have a carcinogenic effect.
Product does not contain any components known to have effects on fertility.
Product does not contain any components known to be toxic to the reproductive Exposure to an oxygen deficient atmosphere may cause the following symptoms: shivering fit, blurred vision, sweating, headache, increased pulse rate, shortness of breath, rapid respiration, dizziness, salivation, nausea, vomiting, and loss of mobility/consciousness. Cylinder contains gas under pressure which may explode if SECTION 12 Ecological Information
12.1 Toxicity
Permethrin is very toxic to aquatic organisms For Permethrin :  LC50 (Fish) : 0.62-314µg/L Flow through test and 3.2-5.7 µg/L in a static test.
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12.2 Persistence and
Permethrin degradation in soil has a half life of 28 days or less. Permethrin disappears rapidly from the degradability
aqueous environment, in 6-24 hours from ponds and streams and 7 days from pond sediment. In water on soil surface permethrin is photodegraded by sunlight .
12.3 Bioaccumulative
This product is not expected to bioaccumulate.
potential
12.4 Mobility in soil
Leaching potential of Permethrin and its degradates showed that very little downward movement occurs in soil. Permethrin in aquatic environment absorbs to vegetation and hydrosoil.
12.5 Results of PBT and
vPvB Assessment
12.6 Other Adverse
Do not discharge to sewers, drains or watercourses.
SECTION 13 Disposal Considerations
13.1 Waste treatment
This product is dangerous for the environment. Do not discharge to sewers, drains, or watercourses. This product must be disposed of as hazardous waste. Empty containers may be disposed of as controlled waste in accordance with appropriate regulations. Under normal circumstances, waste product empty containers will be disposed of by Rentokil-Initial.
All pesticides must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
The best means of disposal of any product is through proper use according to the label. Disposal must be in accordance with Local, State or National Requirements.
SECTION 14 Transport Information (International unless otherwise indicated)
ADR 2011 (International Road) / IMDG 2010 (Sea)
14.1 UN No.
14.2 Proper Shipping Name
ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (contains permethrin) 14.3 Class
14.4 Packing Group
14.5 Environmental hazards
14.6 Special precautions for
14.7 Transport in buk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Maximum quantity per inner receptacle is 5 kg. Maximum per outer package is 30 kg. Combination packs only.
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Local, State or National requirements may apply to the SECTION 15 Regulatory Information
15.1 Safety,health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
Information to be made available according to ECHA review programme.
This safety data sheet was prepared in accordance with EC Directive 1907/2006. Labelling is in accordance with EC Directive 1999/45. Additional labelling requirements may be necessary in accordance with other National legislation. The registration of this product may be necessary before use and any additional local requirements must be observed at all times. Other National measures or guidance should be followed where appropriate.
15.2 Chemical safety
Information to be made available according to ECHA review programme.
assessment
SECTION 16 Other Information
Revisions
Changes have been made to the content of boxes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, Typical standard abbreviations and acronyms used in Rentokil Initial Safety Data Sheets are as follows:  ADR 2011 - International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR) ADR HIN - ADR Hazard Identification Number (HIN) Annex I DNEL or PNEC - Derived No Effect Level / Predicted No Effect Concentration CAS No - Chemicals Abstract Service Registry Number COSHH assessments - Control of Substances Hazardous to Health EN469 - European standard for Personal Protective Equipment used for fire fighting EN standards for PPE - European Standards for Personal Protective Equipment IMDG 2010 - International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code IUPAC - International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry LD50 - Median lethal doseLC50 - Lethal concentrationREACH - Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals RIS Code - Internal manufacturing code number UK Hazchem EAC - UK Hazchem Emergency Action Code  Typical Directives and Regulations referred to Rentokil Initial Safety Data Sheets are as follows:  Commission Decision 95/320/EC - Scientific Committee for Occupational Exposure Limits to Chemical Commission Decision 2000/532/EC - List of wastes Commission Decision 2001/118/EC -  Amendment to 2000/532/EC with regards to List of wastes Directive 67/548/EEC -  Dangerous Substances Directive Directive 76/768/EC (as amended) - The Cosmetics Directive Directive 89/686/EEC - The Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Directive Directive 91/689/EC - Directive on Hazardous waste Directive 98/24/EC (1st IOELV Directive) - Chemical Agents Directive 98/24/EC Protection of the Health and Safety of Workers from the Risks from Chemical Agents IOELV Directive: Indicative Occupational Directive 1907/2006 - REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals Directive 1999/45/EC - Dangerous Preparations Directive Directive 2004/37/EC - Carcinogens and Mutagens Directive Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004 - Detergents Regulation Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 - Classification, Labelling and Packaging PERMETHRIN DUSTING POWDER
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Key literature references and
For details of the data and information sources used, please contact Rentokil Initial using the details in sources for data
Classification and used
Not currently classified to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 until 31/05/2015.
classification procedure for
mixtures labelled to Directive
1999/45/EC according to
Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Risk phrase/Hazard statement R20/22: Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed.
text (From section 3 - These
R43: May cause sensitisation by skin contact.
refer to the ingredients only. See R50/53: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
Training advice
Always read the label and product information before use. Ensure you have received adequate training Further Information
Plastic lined 1Kg paper bags. Supplied as 1 x 5 kg bags.
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Before using any product, ensure that you read and understand its label.
The information contained in this safety data sheet is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable at the time of publication. The information relates only to the specific material designated in this safety data sheet and may not be valid for such material if it is used in combination with any other material(s) or any other use than that specified herein. Neither Rentokil Initial plc nor any of its subsidiaries accepts any liability for the use of this product for any other purpose than that described in this safety data sheet. This does not affect your statutory rights. It is the user’s responsibility to satisfy him/herself as to the suitability in completeness of such information Copyright (2012) Rentokil Initial plc, European Technical Centre, Units 7 & 8 Foundry Court, Foundry Lane, Horsham, West Sussex. RH13 5PY. United Kingdom. Telephone: +44 (0) 1342 833022 Fax: +44 (0) 1403 214101

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