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Section 1 - Identification of The Material and Supplier

ADAMA Australia Pty Ltd, Telephone (02) 9431 7800 (office hours)
Level 1, Building B Emergency 1800 024 973 (24 hours)
Fax (02) 9431 7700
207 Pacific Highway St Leonards, NSW 2065
ACN 050 328 973
Chemical nature: Atrazine is a 1,3,5-triazine derivative.
Trade Name: Farmozine 900 WG Herbicide
APVMA Number: 46810
Product Use: Agricultural herbicide for use as described on the product label.
Creation Date: July, 2002
This version issued: February, 2022 and is valid for 5 years from this date.
Poisons Information Centre: Phone 13 11 26 from anywhere in Australia
Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA Australia.
Not subject to the ADG Code when transported in Australia by Road or Rail in packages 500kg(L) or less; or IBCs
(refer to SP AU01). However if transported by Air or Sea, this provision does not apply. Then the product is classed
as Dangerous (Class 9 Environmentally Hazardous) by IATA and IMDG/IMSBC respectively. See details below and in
Section 14 of this SDS.
SUSMP Classification: S5
ADG Classification: Class 9: Miscellaneous dangerous goods.
UN Number: 3077, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.

GHS Signal word: WARNING

Skin Sensitisation Category 1
Specific Target Organ toxicity - repeated exposure Category 2
Hazardous to aquatic environment Short term/Chronic Category 1
HAZARD STATEMENT:
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
PREVENTION
P102: Keep out of reach of children.
P260: Do not breathe dusts or spray.
P261: Avoid breathing fumes, mists, vapours or spray.
P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273: Avoid release to the environment.
P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.
RESPONSE
P314: Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell.
P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
P333+P313: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice.
P391: Collect spillage.
P370+P378: Not combustible. Use extinguishing media suited to burning materials. Water fog or fine spray is
the preferred medium for large fires.

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STORAGE
P410: Protect from sunlight.
P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
DISPOSAL
P501: If they can not be recycled, dispose of contents to an approved waste disposal plant and containers to
landfill (see Section 13 of this SDS).
Emergency Overview
Physical Description & colour: Light tan coloured granules.
Odour: Mild, sweet odour.
Major Health Hazards: Atrazine is slightly to moderately toxic to humans and other animals. It can be absorbed
orally, dermally, and by inhalation. Symptoms of poisoning include abdominal pain, diarrhoea and vomiting, eye
irritation, irritation of mucous membranes, and skin reactions.
Section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredients CAS No Conc,% TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Atrazine 1912-24-9 90 5 not set
Other non hazardous ingredients secret to 100 not set not set
This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non
hazardous ingredients are also possible.
The TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day for a 5
day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that should not be exceeded for more than 15 minutes and should
not be repeated for more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures at the STEL. The term "peak "is
used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

General Information:
You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by
this product. The number is 13 11 26 from anywhere in Australia and is available at all times. Have this SDS with you
when you call.
Inhalation: If symptoms of poisoning become evident, contact a Poisons Information Centre, or call a doctor at
once. Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be beneficial if
administered by trained personnel, preferably on a doctor's advice. DO NOT allow victim to move about
unnecessarily. Symptoms of pulmonary oedema can be delayed up to 48 hours after exposure.
Skin Contact: If poisoning occurs, contact a Poisons Information Centre, or call a doctor at once. Irritation is
unlikely. However, if irritation does occur, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until chemical is
removed.
Eye Contact: Quickly and gently blot or brush away product. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with
lukewarm, gently flowing water for 20 minutes or until the product is removed, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Take
care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face.
Ingestion: If swallowed, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and contact a Poisons Information
Centre, or call a doctor.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Fire and Explosion Hazards: There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is
involved in a fire.
Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires. Try to contain spills, minimise
spillage entering drains or water courses.
Fire Fighting: If a significant quantity of this product is involved in a fire, call the fire brigade. There is little danger of
a violent reaction or explosion if significant quantities of this product are involved in a fire. Recommended personal
protective equipment is full fire kit and breathing apparatus.
Flammability Class: No data.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: In the event of a major spill, prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Wear full
protective clothing including face mask, face shield and gauntlets. All skin areas should be covered. See above under

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Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for
protective clothing include rubber, PVC. Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Sweep up and shovel or collect
recoverable product into labelled containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. After spills, wash area
preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services.
Full details regarding disposal of used containers, spillage and unused material may be found on the label. If there is
any conflict between this SDS and the label, instructions on the label prevail. Ensure legality of disposal by consulting
regulations prior to disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before storage or re-use. Advise laundry of nature
of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check
Section 8 of this SDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed.
The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to
persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible
materials listed in Section 10.
Storage: This product is a Scheduled Poison. Observe all relevant regulations regarding sale, transport and storage
of this class of poison. Make sure that containers of this product are kept tightly closed. Make sure that the product
does not come into contact with substances listed under "Materials to avoid" in Section 10. Check packaging - there
may be further storage instructions on the label.
Section 8 Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Occupational Protective Clothing: AS/NZS 4501
set 2008, Industrial Eye Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
SWA Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m3) STEL (mg/m3)
Atrazine 5 not set
The ADI for Atrazine is set at 0.005mg/kg/day. The corresponding NOEL is set at 0.5mg/kg/day. ADI means
Acceptable Daily Intake and NOEL means No-observable-effect-level. Values taken from Australian ADI List, June
2014.
Ventilation: No special ventilation requirements are normally necessary for this product. However make sure that
the work environment remains clean and that dusts are minimised.
Eye Protection: Protective glasses or goggles should be worn when this product is being used. Failure to protect
your eyes may cause them harm. Emergency eye wash facilities are also recommended in an area close to where
this product is being used.
Skin Protection: Prevent skin contact by wearing impervious gloves, clothes and, preferably, apron. Make sure that
all skin areas are covered. See below for suitable material types.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following: rubber, PVC.
Respirator: If there is a significant chance that dusts are likely to build up in the area where this product is being
used, we recommend that you use a suitable Dust Mask. Use a P3 mask, designed for use against all particulates
including highly toxic materials. Otherwise, not normally necessary.
Eyebaths or eyewash stations and safety deluge showers should be provided near to where this product is being
used.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Light tan coloured granules.
Odour: Mild, sweet odour.
Boiling Point: No specific data. Expected to decompose before boiling.
Flash point: No data
Upper Flammability Limit: No data.
Lower Flammability Limit: No data.
Autoignition temperature: No data.
Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Atrazine melts about 176°C
Volatiles: No specific data. Expected to be low at 100°C.
Vapour Pressure: No data. Expected to be negligible at normal room temperatures.
Vapour Density: No data.
Specific Gravity: Not applicable.
Water Solubility: Dispersible.

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pH: No data.
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: No data.
Coeff Oil/water distribution: No data
Particle Characteristics: Granules.
Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have
any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.
Conditions to Avoid: This product should be kept in a cool place, preferably below 30°C.
Incompatibilities: strong oxidising agents.
Fire Decomposition: Carbon dioxide, and if combustion is incomplete, carbon monoxide and smoke. Nitrogen and
its compounds, and under some circumstances, oxides of nitrogen. Occasionally hydrogen cyanide gas. Hydrogen
chloride gas, other compounds of chlorine. Water. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache, weakness,
nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed by coma
and death. Hydrogen cyanide poisoning signs and symptoms are weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting,
coma, convulsions, and death. Death results from respiratory arrest. Hydrogen cyanide gas acts very rapidly;
symptoms and death can both occur quickly.
Polymerisation: This product is unlikely to undergo polymerisation processes.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Toxicity: Acute toxicity: Atrazine is slightly to moderately toxic to humans and other animals. It can be absorbed
orally, dermally, and by inhalation. Symptoms of poisoning include abdominal pain, diarrhoea and vomiting, eye
irritation, irritation of mucous membranes, and skin reactions. At very high doses, rats show excitation followed by
depression, slowed breathing, incoordination, muscle spasms, and hypothermia. After consuming a large oral dose,
rats exhibit muscular weakness, hypoactivity, breathing difficulty, prostration, convulsions, and death. Atrazine is a
mild skin irritant. Rashes associated with exposure have been reported. The oral LD50 for atrazine is 3090 mg/kg in
rats, 1750 mg/kg in mice, 750 mg/kg in rabbits, and 1000 mg/kg in hamsters. The dermal LD50 in rabbits is 7500
mg/kg and greater than 3000 mg/kg in rats. The 1-hour inhalation LC50 is greater than 0.7 mg/L in rats. The 4-hour
inhalation LC50 is 5.2 mg/L in rats.
Chronic toxicity: Some 40% of rats receiving oral doses of 20 mg/kg/day for 6 months died with signs of respiratory
distress and paralysis of the limbs. Structural and chemical changes in the brain, heart, liver, lungs, kidney, ovaries,
and endocrine organs were observed. Rats fed 5 or 25 mg/kg/day of atrazine for 6 months exhibited growth
retardation. In a 2-year study with dogs, 7.5 mg/kg/day caused decreased food intake and increased heart and liver
weights. At 75 mg/kg/day, there were decreases in food intake and body weight gain, increased adrenal weight,
lowered blood cell counts, and occasional tremors or stiffness in the rear limbs.
Reproductive effects: Dietary doses of atrazine given to rats on days 3, 6 and 9 of gestation up to about 50
mg/kg/day caused no adverse reproductive effects.
Teratogenic effects: Atrazine does not appear to be teratogenic. In mice, atrazine did not cause abnormalities in
foetuses whose dams were given doses of 46.4 mg/kg/day during days 6 through 14 of gestation.
Mutagenic effects: The weight of evidence from more than 50 studies indicates that atrazine is not mutagenic.
Carcinogenic effects: Atrazine did not cause tumours when mice were given oral doses of 21.5 mg/kg/day from age
1 to 4 weeks, followed by dietary doses of 82 mg/kg for an additional 17 months. However, mammary tumours were
observed in rats after lifetime administration of high doses of atrazine. This represents a common tumour at a single
site and in a single sex of one species. Thus, available data regarding its carcinogenic potential are inconclusive.
Organ toxicity: Lethal doses of atrazine in test animals have caused congestion and/or haemorrhaging to the lungs,
kidneys, liver, spleen, brain, and heart. Long-term consumption of high levels of atrazine has caused tremors,
changes in organ weights, and damage to the liver and heart.
Fate in humans and animals: Atrazine is readily absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract. When a single dose of
0.53 mg atrazine was administered to rats by gavage, 20% of the dose was excreted in the faeces within 72 hours.
The other 80% was absorbed across the lining of the gastrointestinal tract into the bloodstream. After 72 hours, 65%
was eliminated in the urine and 15% was retained in body tissues, mainly in the liver, kidneys, and lungs.
Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
Ingredient Health Hazard Statement Codes
Atrazine H373, H317, H410
• Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) - category 2
• Skin sensitisation - category 1
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• Hazardous to the aquatic environment (acute) - category 1

• Hazardous to the aquatic environment (chronic) - category 1
Potential Health Effects
Persons sensitised to Atrazine should avoid contact with this product.
See section 11 for Chronic exposure studies.
Inhalation
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is harmful, but symptoms are not available. In
addition, this product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient discomfort.
Skin Contact:
Short term exposure: Classified as a potential sensitiser by skin contact. Exposure to a sensitiser, once
sensitisation has occurred, may manifest itself as an asthmatic condition, and in some individuals this reaction can be
extremely severe. In addition, this product may be irritating, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild transient
discomfort.
Eye Contact:
Short term exposure: Available data shows that this product is not harmful. In addition, this product is an eye
irritant. Symptoms may include stinging and reddening of eyes and watering which may become copious. Other
symptoms may also become evident. If exposure is brief, symptoms should disappear once exposure has ceased.
However, lengthy exposure or delayed treatment may cause permanent damage.
Ingestion:
Short term exposure: This product is harmful if swallowed. See symptoms above.
Carcinogen Status:
SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA.
NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC: Atrazine is Class 3 - unclassifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment.
Effects on birds: Atrazine is practically nontoxic to birds. The LD50 is greater than 2000 mg/kg in mallard ducks. At
dietary doses of 5000 ppm, no effect was observed in bobwhite quail and ring-necked pheasants.
Effects on aquatic organisms: Atrazine is slightly toxic to fish and other aquatic life. Atrazine has a low level of
bioaccumulation in fish. In whitefish, atrazine accumulates in the brain, gall bladder, liver, and gut.
Effects on other organisms: Atrazine is not toxic to bees.
Environmental Fate:
Breakdown in soil and groundwater: Atrazine is highly persistent in soil. Chemical hydrolysis, followed by
degradation by soil microorganisms, accounts for most of the breakdown of atrazine. Hydrolysis is rapid in acidic or
basic environments, but is slower at neutral pHs. Addition of organic material increases the rate of hydrolysis.
Atrazine can persist for longer than 1 year under dry or cold conditions. Atrazine is moderately to highly mobile in soils
with low clay or organic matter content. Because it does not adsorb strongly to soil particles and has a lengthy half-life
(60 to >100 days), it has a high potential for groundwater contamination despite its moderate solubility in water.
Atrazine is the second most common pesticide found in private wells and in community wells. Trace amounts have
been found in drinking water samples and in groundwater samples in a number of states. A 5-year survey of drinking
water wells detected atrazine in an estimated 1.7% of community water systems and 0.7% of rural domestic wells
nationwide. Levels detected in rural domestic wells sometimes exceeded the MCL. The recently completed National
Survey of Pesticides in Drinking Water found atrazine in nearly 1% of all of the wells tested.
Breakdown in water: Atrazine is moderately soluble in water. Chemical hydrolysis, followed by biodegradation, may
be the most important route of disappearance from aquatic environments. Hydrolysis is rapid under acidic or basic
conditions, but is slower at neutral pHs. Atrazine is not expected to strongly adsorb to sediments. Bioconcentration
and volatilization of atrazine are not environmentally important. Atrazine has been detected in each of 146 water
samples collected at 8 locations from the Mississippi, Ohio and Missouri Rivers and their tributaries. For several
weeks, 27% of these samples contained atrazine concentrations above the EPA's maximum contaminant level (MCL).
Breakdown in vegetation: Atrazine is absorbed by plants mainly through the roots, but also through the foliage.
Once absorbed, it is translocated upward and accumulates in the growing tips and the new leaves of the plant. In
susceptible plant species, atrazine inhibits photosynthesis. In tolerant plants, it is metabolized. Most crops can be
planted 1 year after application of atrazine. Atrazine increases the uptake of arsenic by treated plants.

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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Disposal: Special help is available for the disposal of Agricultural Chemicals. The product label will give general
advice regarding disposal of small quantities, and how to cleanse containers. However, for help with the collection of
unwanted rural chemicals, contact ChemClear 1800 008 182 http://www.chemclear.com.au/ and for help with the
disposal of empty drums, contact DrumMuster http://www.drummuster.com.au/ where you will find contact details for
your area.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Not subject to the ADG Code when transported by Road or Rail in Australia, in packages 500kg(L)
or less; or IBCs, but classed as Dangerous by IATA and IMDG/IMSBC when carried by Air or Sea
transport (see details below).
UN Number: 3077, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S.
Hazchem Code: 2Z
Special Provisions: 274, 331, 335, 375, AU01
Limited quantities: ADG 7 specifies a Limited Quantity value of 5 kg for this class of product.
Dangerous Goods Class: Class 9: Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods.
Packing Group: III
Packing Instruction: P002, IBC08, LP02
Class 9 Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods shall not be loaded in the same vehicle or packed in the same freight
container with Dangerous Goods of Class 1 (Explosives).
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AIIC: All of the significant ingredients in this product are compliant with AICIS regulations.
The following ingredient: atrazine is mentioned in the SUSMP.
Section 16 - Other Information
This SDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
Acronyms:
ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail, 7th Edition
AIIC Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals
CAS number Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Hazchem Code Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergency
services especially firefighters
IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer
SWA Safe Work Australia, formerly ASCC and NOHSC
NOS Not otherwise specified
NTP National Toxicology Program (USA)
SUSMP Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines & Poisons
UN Number United Nations Number
Contact Points:
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Police and Fire Brigade: Dial 000
Emergency contact: 1800 024 973 (24 hours)
If ineffective: Dial Poisons Information Centre
(13 11 26 from anywhere in Australia)
THIS SDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE PRODUCT AND HOW
TO SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER MUST REVIEW THIS SDS IN THE CONTEXT OF HOW
THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE.
IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE,
THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY SO WE CAN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM OUR SUPPLIERS
OUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IS SUBJECT TO OUR STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS, A COPY OF WHICH IS SENT
TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
This SDS is prepared in accord with the SWA document “Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous
Chemicals - Code of Practice” (July 2020) and GHS Revision 7
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