SAFETY DATA SHEET Virbac New Zealand Limited Section 1: Identification of the Substance and Supplier Product name: Recommended use: Company details: For the treatment of topical superficial infections of the skin and open wounds due to tetracycline sensitive organisms. Virbac New Zealand Limited Address: 30 32 Stonedon Drive, East Tamaki Auckland Telephone number: (09) 273 9501 Customer service toll free number: 0800 VIRBAC (0800 847 222) (Mon Fri, 8.30 am 4.30 pm) www.virbac.co.nz Emergency telephone number: National Poison Center: 0800 POISON (0800 764 766) New Zealand Emergency Service 111 Date of preparation: September 2010 Section 2: Hazards Identification Hazard classifications: 6.3B, 6.4A, 9.1B Priority identifier: Secondary identifiers: WARNING KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN ECOTOXIC 6.3B = Causes mild skin irritation 6.4A = Causes serious eye irritation 1
9.1B = Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Precautionary information: Read label before use Wash thoroughly after handling Wear eye and face protection Avoid release to the environment Collect spillage Section 3: Composition / Information on Ingredients Product components: Ingredients CAS Number Proportion Oxytetracycline 2058-46-0 4.4% hydrochloride Gentian violet 548-62-9 0.4% Section 4: First Aid Measures Eyes: Skin: Ingestion: Inhaled: If in eyes rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention. If skin irritation occurs, remove clothing and flush affected area with water. Seek medical advice if irritation persists. Rinse mouth and drink a glass of water. Do not induce vomiting. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. Remove the person from affected area to fresh air area. If any trouble breathing, get immediate medical attention. If irritation or symptoms persist, consult a doctor. Workplace facilities: Required instructions: Hygiene practices: Notes for medical personnel: No specific workplace facilities required. Wash hands after handing. Treat symptomatically. Section 5: Firefighting Measures 2
Type of hazard: Fire hazard properties: Regulatory requirements: Extinguishing media and methods: Flammable liquid Carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), extinguishing powder Hazchem code: Recommended protective clothing: Wear sufficient respiratory protection where necessary and protective clothing to minimize skin exposure. Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Emergency procedures: Wear sufficient respiratory protection where necessary and protective clothing to minimize skin exposure. If possible contain the spill. Place inert absorbent such as vermiculite, sand or dirt onto material. Use clean, non-sparking tools to collect the material and place into a suitable labeled container. Section 7: Handling and Storage Precautions for safe handling: Approved handlers: Recommended Storage Conditions: Store site requirements Keep out of reach of children. Use face and eye protection when handling. Avoid release to the environment. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Not required. Store in original container in a cool, dry, ventilated place away from direct heat or sunlight. Keep container sealed when not in use. Store protected from light at room temperature below 30 C. Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection Workplace Exposure Standards: Application in the workplace: No working exposure standards have been established. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep container sealed when not in use. 3
Exposure standards outside the workplace: Personal protective Equipment (PPE): No tolerable exposure limit (TEL) or environmental exposure limit (EEL) are set for this substance at this time. Use face and eye protection when handling. Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Description of product: Dark purple liquid Specific gravity @ 25 C 0.95 1.10 Further specifications Specific advice: Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Stability of the substance: Conditions to avoid Material to avoid: Hazardous decomposition products: Hazardous polymerization: Specific Data Stable under normal conditions of use. Avoid high temperature and keep away from naked flames. Avoid food products Section 11: Toxicological Information Acute effects for individual ingredients only Oral Oxytetracycline hydrochloride LD 50 : 6696 mg/kg (mouse) Gentian violet LD 50 : 9600 mg/kg (mouse) Eye Contact Skin Contact Inhalation Causes serious eye irritation Will irritate the skin. Inhalation of spray mist may cause irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms can include headaches, nausea and breathing difficulties. Section 12: Ecological Information Effects for individual ingredients only Aquatic Oxytetracycline hydrochloride: 0.207mg/L EC 50 4
96hr (Microcystis aeruginosa) [ERMA] EEL: Environmental risk and safety phrases: No EEL is set for this substance at this time. Section13: Disposal Considerations Disposal information: Dispose of this product only by using according to the label, or at an approved landfill, or other approved facility. Dispose of empty container by wrapping with paper and placing in the garbage, in accordance with the Territorial Local Authority. Section14: Transport Information Transport information: Dangerous Goods Classification UN No:1950 Class: 2.1 Packing Group: None Shipping Name: Aerosol Section15: Regulatory Information Registration number: A006115 For conditions of registration see http://www.nzfsa.govt.nz/acvm/ HSNO Classification Title: HSNO Approval Number: HSR002149 For a full listing of controls see http://www.ermanz.govt.nz Section 16: Other Information Date of Revision October 2011 For product information visit the Virbac website www.virbac.co.nz While the information set forth is believed to be accurate as of the date hereof, Virbac New Zealand Limited makes no warranty with respect hereto and disclaims all liability from reliance thereon. 5