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Generated  05/18/2010,   Revision  05/18/2010,   Supercedes Revision  02/10/2009,   Date Created  09/15/2006

SECTION 1. Product and Company Identification
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Product Code: 28293-271-270
Product Name: BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY
Manufacturer Information
     Company Name: Distributed by:
  Farnam Companies, Inc.
  301 West Osborn Road
  Phoenix, AZ
     Emergency Contact: CHEMTREC                                (800)424-9300
     Alternate Emergency Contact: District of Columbia                    (202)483-0414
     Information: Farnam Companies, Inc.                  (800)234-2269
Preparer Name: S. Faith, Regulatory
Additional Identity Information
32 oz 3005953

SECTION 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Hazardous Components (Chemical Name) CAS # Concentration OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Permethrin 52645-53-1 2.375 -2.625 % No data. No data.
Additional Chemical Information
SARA TITLE III, SECTION 313: This product contains Permethrin, CAS# 52645, a toxic chemical subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372.

SECTION 3. Hazards Identification
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Emergency Overview
May be harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin. Avoid breathing spray mist. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling.
Potential Health Effects (Acute and Chronic)
No data available.
Signs and Symptoms Of Exposure
No data available.

SECTION 4. First Aid Measures
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Emergency and First Aid Procedures
IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Do not induce vomiting unless told to do so by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
IF ON SKIN OR CLOTHING: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air. If person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible. Call a poison control center or doctor for further treatment advice.
Additional First Aid Information
Have the product container or label with you when calling a poison control center or doctor, or going for treatment.

SECTION 5. Fire Fighting Measures
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Flash Pt: > 212.00 F    Method Used:   Pensky-Marten Closed Cup
Explosive Limits: LEL:  NE          UEL:  NE
Fire Fighting Instructions
Use self-contained breathing apparatus. Cool fire exposed areas and equipment.
Flammable Properties and Hazards
No data available.
Extinguishing Media
Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical & water fog.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
No data available.

SECTION 6. Accidental Release Measures
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released Or Spilled
In case of spill or leakage, soak up with an absorbent material such as sand, sawdust, earth, fuller's earth, etc. Dispose of according to local, state authorities.

SECTION 7. Handling and Storage
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Precautions To Be Taken in Handling
Store in a cool, dry area away from heat or open flame.
Precautions To Be Taken in Storing
If empty - Do not reuse container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available.
If partly filled - Call your local solid waste agency or 1-800-CLEANUP for disposal instructions. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.

SECTION 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Respiratory Equipment (Specify Type)
None likely to be needed. Avoid breathing spray mist.
Eye Protection
Avoid contact
Protective Gloves
See below
Other Protective Clothing
Avoid Contact. Suitable protective clothing should be worn in confined or overhead areas to prevent exposure to eyes and skin. The use of gloves and footwear, a long-sleeved shirt and long pants or coveralls are recommended.
Engineering Controls (Ventilation etc.)
Treated confined areas should be ventilated during and immediately following application before the areas are re-occupied.
Work/Hygienic/Maintenance Practices
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove and wash clothing before reuse. Food utensils such as teaspoons or measuring cups should not be used for food purposes after use with insecticides.

SECTION 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Physical States: [   ] Gas       [ X ] Liquid       [   ] Solid
Melting Point: NE
Boiling Point: NE
Autoignition Pt: No data.
Flash Pt: > 212.00 F    Method Used:   Pensky-Marten Closed Cup
Explosive Limits: LEL:  NE          UEL:  NE
Specific Gravity (Water = 1): 1.008
Density:                        NA
Bulk density: NA
Vapor Pressure (vs. Air or mm Hg):                        NE
Vapor Density (vs. Air = 1):                        NE
Evaporation Rate (vs Butyl Acetate=1):                        NE
Solubility in Water: Emulsifiable
Solubility Notes
Soluble in oil
Percent Volatile: No data.
VOC / Volume: 8.4016 LB/GA
Heat Value: No data.
Particle Size: NA
Corrosion Rate: No data.
pH: 7.3
Appearance and Odor
Off-white color with mild odor.

SECTION 10. Stability and Reactivity
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Stability: Unstable [    ]       Stable [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid - Instability
No data available.
Incompatibility - Materials To Avoid
No data available.
Hazardous Decomposition Or Byproducts
No data available.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will occur [    ]       Will not occur [ X ]
Conditions To Avoid - Hazardous Polymerization
No data available.

SECTION 11. Toxicological Information
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

No data available.
Carcinogenicity/Other Information
No data available.
Hazardous Components (Chemical Name) CAS # NTP IARC ACGIH OSHA
Permethrin 52645-53-1 n.a. n.a. n.a. n.a.
Carcinogenicity: NTP? No       IARC Monographs? No       OSHA Regulated? No

SECTION 12. Ecological Information
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

This product is extremely toxic to fish. Do not apply directly to water. Drifts and runoff from treated areas may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in treated areas. Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters. This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to blooming crops or weeds while bees are actively visiting the treatment area.

SECTION 13. Disposal Considerations
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Waste Disposal Method
If empty – Do not reuse this container. Place in trash or offer for recycling if available. If partly filled – Call your local solid waste agency. Never place unused product down any indoor or outdoor drain.

SECTION 14. Transport Information
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

LAND TRANSPORT (US DOT)
     DOT Proper Shipping Name Not regulated as hazardous by U.S. DOT.
     DOT Hazard Label: None
Additional Transport Information
Insecticide Liquid
Other than Agriculture N.O.I.B.N

SECTION 15. Regulatory Information
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

No data available.

SECTION 16. Other Information
BIO SPOT YARD AND GARDEN SPRAY

Company Policy or Disclaimer
The information and data herein are believed to be accurate and have been compiled from sources believed to be reliable.  It is offered for your consideration, investigation and verification.