001 04/20/98 AVERT COCKROACH GEL BAIT FORMULA 2                                 
                                                                                
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PRODUCT NAME: AVERT COCKROACH GEL BAIT FORMULA 2                                
                                                                                
MSDS#:          P21185VS                                                        
                                                                                
DATE ISSUED:    4/30/97                                                         
                                                                                
SUPERSEDES:     NEW                                                             
                                                                                
ISSUED BY:      009118                                                          
                                                                                
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER                                                          
 (8OO)424- 9300 CHEMTREC                                                        
 EPA REG.NO.: 499410                                                            
                                                                                
SECTION 1 HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS                                                 
                                               ACGIH ACGIH OSHA                 
                                             TLV/TWA STEL   PEL TLV/PEL         
                                                                40 mcg/m3       
Active Ingredients:                                                             
Abamectin: 0.05% (CAS #71751-41-2)                                              
(A mixture of avermectins containing > 80%                                      
avermectin B1A (5-0-demethyl avermectin                                         
A1A) and < 20% avermectin B1B (5-0-                                             
demethyl-25-de( 1- methyl 1-propyl 1)-25-(1-                                    
methylethyl) avermectin A1A)                                                    
                                                                                
*Exposure limit recommended by                                                  
manufacturer of active ingredient                                               
Ail components of this product are listed or excluded from listing on the US    
Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Chemical Substance Inventory                
                                                                                
 SECTION 2 PHYSICAL DATA                                                        
Boiling Point: NA                                                               
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1):1.05                                                 
Vapor Pressure in Aerosol Can: NA, non-                                         
aerosol product                                                                 
Percent Volatile: 78%                                                           
Vapor Density: NA                                                               
Evaporation Rate: NA                                                            
Solubility in Water: Slightly soluble.                                          
Appearance and Odor: Brown gel with mild odor.                                  
                                                                                
SECTION 3 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA                                        
                                                                                
Flashpoint: None (FIFRA Method 807.3)                                           
Flammable Limits: NA                                                            
Extinguishing Media: CO:, Dry Chemical; Foam                                    
                                                                                
Special Firefighting Procedures: None required.                                 
                                                                                
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None known.                                 
                                                                                
 SECTION 4 HEALTH HAZARD DATA I                                                 
Routes of Entry:                                                                
Inhalation? Skin?   Ingestion?                                                  
Tertiary    Primary Secondary                                                   
                                                                                
Health Hazard (Acute and Chronic) - Signs and Symptoms of Exposure:             
Eye: May cause slight irritation reversible within 24 hours. Produced           
conjunctival irritation In albino rabbit eyes at 1 hour only. No corneal        
opacity or iritis was observed.                                                 
                                                                                
Skin: Not considered to be a dermal sensitizer to albino guinea pigs. Acute     
dermal toxicity -                                                               
LD50 > 2.Og/kg. Primary irritation index = 0.00 in albino rabbits.              
                                                                                
Inhalation: Not applicable Formulation is a gel.                                
Ingestion: Acute oral LD50> 5.Og/kg                                             
Carcinogenicity:                                                                
NTP? IARC Monograph? OSHA Regulated?                                            
No     No           No                                                          
                                                                                
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:                                             
If on Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water Get medical attention            
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None known                 
                                                                                
SECTION 5 REACTIVITY DATA I                                                     
Stability: Indefinite                                                           
Conditions to Avoid: Do not apply onto very hot surfaces                        
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Abamectin can be hydrolyzed by strong,    
solution.                                                                       
                                                                                
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None known.                                   
Hazardous Polymerization: None known                                            
                                                                                
SECTION 6 SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES                                              
Container begins to leak (through puncture, etc.): Allow it to empty            
completely in a well ventilated area, then depose of in a safe place In case    
of contact with skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water                       
                                                                                
Steps to be taken In case material Is released or spilled: Suitable protective  
equipment should be worn during any spill clean up operation. Residual surface  
material may be removed with towels moistened with methanol.                    
                                                                                
Emergency Telephone Number of Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300                          
 (for transportation spills)                                                    
                                                                                
Waste Disposal Method: Do not contaminate water, food or feed by disposal.      
Wrap used  reservoirs and place in trash can.                                   
                                                                                
In case of spillage this product is subject to reporting requirements of the    
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA)  
                                                                                
SECTION 7 SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION                                        
                                                                                
Respiratory Protection: Not required.                                           
Ventilation:                                                                    
Local Exhaust: None required                                                    
                                                                                
Mechanical: None required                                                       
Special: None required                                                          
Other: None required                                                            
Protective Gloves: None required - avoid contact with skin                      
Eye Protection: None required.                                                  
Other Protective Equipment: None required.                                      
                                                                                
SECTION 8 SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS                                                   
Precautions to be taken In Handling and storage: Keep out of reach of           
children. HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS: CAUTION - Harmful if          
absorbed through skin. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing Wash           
thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Wash hands and exposed skin      
before eating, drinking or smoking and after handling. Wash all                 
contaminated clothing thoroughly before reuse. Do not apply where children (or  
domestic animals are likely to come in contact with the bait placement. No      
generalized treatments should be made in household areas accessible to          
children or pets. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: This pesticide Is toxic to fish and    
wildlife. Do not apply directly to water. Do not contaminate water by cleaning  
of equipment or disposal of equipment washwaters. PHYSICAL                      
OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS: Do not treat directly into any electronic equipment such   
as radios, televisions, computers, etc. Do not treat where electrical short     
circuits might result. STORAGE: Store in a cool, dry area. Do not contaminate   
water, food or feed by storage.                                                 
                                                                                
Other Precautions: Application of this product in food/feed areas of food/feed  
handling establishments other than as a crack and crevice treatment is not      
permitted. Do not treat food preparation surfaces. Do not use or contaminate    
fruit, vegetables or other food or feed coops.                                  
Do not apply to humans, animals, clothing or bedding. Do not contaminate feed   
or food products or food preparation surfaces, dishes, kitchen utensils and     
food containers.  To prevent staining, exposed bait should be cleaned up        
immediately with a damp cloth or sponge                                         
                                                                                
 SECTION 9: HEALTH RATING INFORMATION (NFPA)                                    
Health - 1 Flammability - O Reactivity -1                                       
                                                                                
SECTION 10: SARA TITLE III/SEC. 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION                       
This product contains the following toxic chemical subject to the reporting     
requirements of section 313 of the emergency planning and community right-to-   
know act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372:                                             
                                                                                
CAS#       Chemical Name % by weight                                            
71751-41-2 Abamectin      0.05                                                  
                                                                                
 SECTION 11: DOT SHIPPING INFORMATION                                           
Proper Shipping Name: Consumer Commodity          Hazard Class: ORM-D           
NA - Not Applicable                                                             
NE - Not Established                                                            
PEL - Permissible Exposure Limit                                                
ACL - Acceptable Ceiling Level                                                  
MPC - Maximum Peak Concentration