Material safety data sheet

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Material:
Nix Lice Control Spray
Code Number: 024788
Chemical Name: Permethrin
Supplier: Insight
Pharmaceuticals
550 Township Line Rd., Suite 300
Blue Bell, PA 19422-2726 USA
Formula:
below DOT Number: None

COMPOSITION/HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
Composition
Exposure Limit

HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Description:
Occupational Hazard Labels:
Possible Eye, Skin, and Respiratory Irritant
Information for Consumer Use:
Use only as directed by product packaging; Keep out of reach of children; For external use only.
Classification System:
The information in this data sheet is consistent with current EU regulations.
Additional Information:
If you do not understand the hazards or safety precautions described in this data sheet, contact a healthcare
professional before handling this product.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye Contact: In case of accidental contact, immediately flush eyes with water. Hold eyelids open to ensure
adequate flushing. Get medical assistance if strong or persistent irritation or other symptoms develop.
Skin Contact: In case of accidental contact, immediately remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area
with soap and water. Get medical assistance if strong or persistent irritation or other symptoms develop.
Ingestion: In case of accidental ingestion, administer 1-2 glasses of milk or water to dilute ingested material. Get
medical assistance.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Administer artificial
respiration if breathing has stopped. Get medical assistance if irritation or other symptoms develop.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Agents: CO2, extinguishing powder or water spray.
Fire Hazards: This material is not a fire hazard under normal conditions of use.
Protective Equipment: Wear appropriate protective equipment, including self contained breathing apparatus
during all fire fighting activities.
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Measures for Environmental Protection: No special measures required.
Measures for Cleaning/Collecting: Collect small spills with a clean towel or mop. Place waste in an appropriate
container for disposal in accordance with all Federal, State and Local regulations. For large spills, contact Clean
Harbors Environmental Services at 610-539-6633.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Handle as directed by product packaging. Manufacturing operations may require special handling
procedures to limit exposure to this material or its ingredients. Contact your supervisor or safety administrator for
more information.
Storage: Store as directed by product packaging.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Manufacturing operations may require the use of engineering controls to limit exposure to
this material or its ingredients. Contact your supervisor or safety administrator for more information. Ensure that
emergency eyewash and shower facilities are available.
Personal Protective Equipment: Manufacturing operations may require the use of personal protective equipment
to limit exposure to this material or its ingredients. Contact your supervisor or safety administrator for more
information
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form: Liquid
Color: White
Flash Point: > 78o C.
Density: At 20o C 1.000 g/cm3
Solubility:
Water: Soluble
Organic Solvents: No data available
pH-value: At 20o C 7.0
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: This material is stable under normal conditions of use.
Dangerous Reactions: None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute/Subacute Toxicity:
52645-53-1 permethrin
Oral: LD50: 424 mg/kg (mouse)
LD50: 383 mg/kg (rat)
Dermal: LD50: >2000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Inhalation: LC50: 685 mg/m3 (rat)
Additional Information: Acute Toxicity Data for the Formulated Product:
Oral LD50 (rat): >5000 mg/kg
Dermal LD50 (rat): >2000 mg/kg
Inhalation 4 hr. LC50 (rat): >3942 mg/m3
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistence and Biodegradability: This material is not persistent in the environment.
Mobility and Bioaccumulation: This material is not expected to accumulate in aquatic organisms
Ecotoxicological Effects: The concentrate of this material is very toxic to fish and other aquatic life. Data are not
available on the aquatic toxicity of the final diluted mixture.

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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
There are no special disposal requirements for this material.
Waste disposal methods: Dispose of in accordance with state, local and federal regulations.
Precautions for handling and storage: Store in tight containers in a cool dry location at room temperature (59 – 86o
F (15 – 30o C).
Other Precautions: No data
TRANSPORTATION AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This material is not regulated for transportation.
REGULATORY INFORMATION
United States Regulations:
OSHA Hazard Communication Labels: Possible Eye, Skin and Respiratory Irritant
The information contained in this data sheet is based on currently available scientific information and is accurate and reliable to the best of our knowledge. Insight Pharmaceuticals makes no other warranties, expressed or implied, and assumes no responsibility or liability for injury or damage caused by the material if reasonable safety procedures are not followed as described in this data sheet. Date prepared: W-L 10/21/1998 Date reissued: IPC 03/05/2003 s:\manufacturing\products\mps's, msds\nix\msds, fda\msds nix lice ctl spray.doc 1170 WHEELER WAY, LANGHORNE, PA 19047-1749 Page 3 of 3 Pages

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