MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Lambda-cyhalothrin 10% CS

SECTION 1: PRODUCT AND COMPANY INDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Lambda-cyhalothrin 10% CS

[1α(S*),3α(Z)]-(±)-cyano(3-phenoxyphenyl)methyl 3-(2-chloro-
Chemical Name:
3,3,3-trifluoro-1-propenyl)-2,2-dimethylcyclopropanecarboxylate
Type: Pyrethroid Insecticide
Molecular formula: C23H19ClF3NO3

Company: UPI CROPSCIENCE CO., LTD.

C-312 Hi-Tech Information Plaza No.8 Huatian Road Huayuan
Address:
Tianjin City 300384 P.R. China.

SECTION 2: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

INGREDIENTS CAS NO. CONTENT, %

Lambda-cyhalothrin 91465–08–6 10.0
Inert ingredient - 90.0

SECTION 3: HAZARDS INDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification under CLP: Acute Tox. 4: H302+332; Aquatic Chronic 1: H410; -: EUH401
Most important adverse effects: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled. Very toxic to aquatic life
with long lasting effects. To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the
instructions for use.
Label elements
Label elements:
Hazard statements:
H302+332: Harmful if swallowed or if inhaled.
H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

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EUH401: To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions
for use.
Signal words: Warning
Hazard pictograms: GHS07: Exclamation mark GHS09: Environmental

Precautionary statements:
P261: Avoid breathing vapours/spray. P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P312: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor//if you feel unwell.
P391: Collect spillage.
P501: Dispose of contents/container to hazardous or special waste collection point.

SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1. Description of first aid measures
Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to
skin. Wash immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Transfer to hospital as soon as possible.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. If
breathing has stopped or become irregular, administer artificial respiration. Keep patient
warm and at rest. Call a physician or Poison Control Centre immediately.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Skin contact: There may be mild irritation at the site of contact. May cause transient
sensitisation, such as tingling/numbness on exposed areas (paresthesia), lasting up to 24
hours.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness.
Ingestion: There may be irritation of the throat. Nausea and stomach pain may occur. There
may be vomiting and diarrhoea.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest.
Absorption through the lungs can occur causing symptoms similar to those of ingestion.

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Delayed / immediate effects: Immediate effects can be expected after short-term exposure.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Immediate / special treatment: Immediate medical attention is required in case of ingestion.
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1. Extinguishing media
Extinguishing media: Water spray. Carbon dioxide. Dry chemical powder. Foam. Use water
spray to cool containers. Do not use high volume water jet.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes
5.3. Advice for fire-fighters
Advice for fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Contaminated fire extinguishing water should not be
discharged into drains, if preventable

SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. Mark out the
contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Turn leaking
containers leak-side up to prevent the escape of liquid. If outside do not approach from
downwind. If outside keep bystanders upwind and away from danger point. In the case of
large spills (1 ton or more), alert the appropriate authorities.
6.2. Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers. Contain the spillage
using bunding. Accidental release into water courses must be alerted to the appropriate
regulatory body.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Clean-up procedures: Absorb into dry earth or sand. Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage
container for disposal by an appropriate method.

SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Handling requirements: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Avoid the

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formation or spread of mists in the air. Do not eat, drink or smoke in work areas. Use personal
protective equipment to avoid contact with with skin, eyes and personal clothing. Avoid
breathing spray. Keep out of reach of children. Wash hands after use. Remove contaminated
clothing immediately after handling, then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothes. Keep
away from sources of ignition and protect from exposure to fire and heat.
7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions: Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed. Keep
out of the reach of children. Keep away from food, drink and animal feedstuffs. Do not store
with oxidising agents.
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
7.3. Specific end use(s)
Specific end use(s): This product is a registered pesticide, which may only be used for the
applications it is registered for, in accordance with a label approved by the regulatory
authorities.

SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. Control parameters
Workplace exposure limits: No data available.
8.2. Exposure controls
Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area.
Respiratory protection: If workplace exposure limits are exceeded, or a heavy aerosol or
mist is formed, use respiratory protection with filter type A or environment-independent
breathing apparatus. Hand protection: Wear suitable protective gloves, checked according to
EN 374. Replace gloves immediately when damaged or worn. Design operations to avoid
permanent use of protective gloves.
Eye protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles. Wear goggles conforming to EN166 (Field of
Use 5 or equivalent). Ensure eye bath is to hand.
Skin protection: Impermeable protective clothing.
Environmental: Refer to specific Member State legislation for requirements under
Community environmental legislation.

SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

State: Liquid
Colour: Beige

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Odour: Slightly aromatic
Solubility in water: Dispersible in water
Flammability: Not flammable
Explosiveness: Not explosive

SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1. Reactivity
Reactivity: Stable under recommended transport or storage conditions.
10.2. Chemical stability
Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions.
10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions
Hazardous reactions: No data available.
10.4. Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid: Heat. Sources of ignition.
10.5. Incompatible materials
Materials to avoid: Oxidising agents.
10.6. Hazardous decomposition products
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes.

SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

The following information is for active ingredient, Lambda-cyhalothrin
Oral: Acute oral LD50 for male rats 79, female rats 56 mg/kg.
Skin and eye: Acute percutaneous LD50 for rats 632–696 mg/kg. Mild eye irritant;
non-irritant to skin (rabbits). Not a skin sensitiser (guinea pigs).
Inhalation: LC50 (4 h) for rats 0.06 mg/l air (total particulate).

SECTION 12: ECOTOXICOLOGY INFORMATION

The following information is for active ingredient, Lambda-cyhalothrin
Birds: Acute oral LD50 for mallard ducks >3950 mg/kg. Dietary LC50 for quail >5300 mg/kg.
No accumulation of residues in eggs or tissues.
Fish: LC50 (96 h) for bluegill sunfish 0.21, rainbow trout 0.36 μg/l.
Daphnia: Intrinsic toxicity to aquatic organisms is greatly reduced by rapid loss from the
water by adsorption and degradation: EC50 (72 h) in water 0.26 μg/l, in water/sediment 31
μg/l.

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Algae: ErC50 (96 h) for Selenastrum capricornutum >1000 μg/l.
Bees: LD50 (oral) 909 ng/bee; (contact) 38 ng/bee.
Worms: LC50 for Eisenia foetida >1000 mg/kg soil.
Other: beneficial: spp.: Toxic to some non-target arthropods. Effects under field conditions
reduced, with rapid recovery.

SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

Disposal operations: Transfer to a suitable container and arrange for collection by specialised
disposal company. Do not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used
containers. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Disposal of packaging: Completely discharge containers. Do not reuse product container.
NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.

SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

IMDG Code:
Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Lambda-cyhalothrin
10% CS)
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3082
Packing Group: III
IATA DGR:
Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Lambda-cyhalothrin
10% CS)
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3082
Packing Group: III
ADR:
Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (Lambda-cyhalothrin
10% CS)
Hazard Class: 9
UN Number: 3082
Packing Group: III

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 SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
Follow local regulations.

SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION

The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our
knowledge at the date of issue. It is intended as a guide for the safe use, handling, disposal,
storage and transportation and is not intended as a warranty or as a specification. The
information relates only to the product specified and may not be suitable for combinations
with other materials or in processes other than those specifically described herein.