821.9 Labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Protecting yourself, co-workers and the public is a must.

Definitions:

Labels - Information communicated to the user by the manufacturer.

MSDS - The material safety data sheet (MSDS) lists:

1. Exposure risks

2. Medical treatments

3. Minimum PPE requirements

4. Other pertinent information

Additional Information

MSDS Online

MSDS Online User Guide

MSDS Chemicals

Where:

1. Labels are located on all containers

2. MSDS are available from manufacturer, the internet, or the 800 number located on the label. They must accompany the product while in storage, being transported or being applied.

Why: Labels and MSDS are the best source of information to protect yourself, co-workers, and the public.

What Labels and MSDS tell:

Label:

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Brand name

Ingredient statement

Registration numbers

Manufacturer

Net contents

Type of pesticide

Formulation

Precautionary Statement – DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION

Hazards

Directions for use

MSDS adds:

Exposure risk

Medical treatments

Minimum PPE requirements

Other pertinent information

Label Information

Refer to Crop Data Management System's website for label information

Special Recommendations:

A. Read the label

B. MSDS should be replaced annually to ensure the current copy is on file.

C. Labels shall remain attached to the container.