MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)
BOMAC Laboratories Limited urges recipient of this MSDS to study it carefully
to become aware of, and understand, the hazards associated with the product.
To promote safe handling, each recipient should notify its employees, agents and others who will use this material and any other information regarding hazards or safety.
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IDENTIFICATION
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Product Name: Black Pock Ointment UN Number: N/A
Other Names: N/A Dangerous Goods Class: N/A
Animal Remedies Board (ARB) Subsidiary Risk: N/A
Product Licence Number: 2597 HAZCHEM Code: N/A Toxic Substances Schedule: N/A
Use: For the treatment of Black Pock condition on cows teats.
Physical Description: A very dark black ointment. A faint odour of Iodine may be present.
Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid CAS* No. 69-72-7 100mg/g
Sulphathiazole CAS No. 72-14-0 100mg/g
Iodine CAS No. 7553-56-2 40mg/g
Manufacturer: BOMAC Laboratories Ltd
Cnr Wiri Station Road & Hobill Avenue
P O Box 76-369, Manukau City, Auckland, New Zealand
Phone: (09) 262-3169 Facsimile: (09) 262-3008
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HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
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HEALTH EFFECTS
Swallowed: May cause nausea, vomiting, headache and skin rashes.
Eye: Will cause irritation, inflamation and possible corneal injury.
Skin: May cause severe irritation or dermatitis.
Inhaled: May cause coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and headache.
*CAS, Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
PRODUCT: Black Pock Ointment ARB Licence No: 2597 Page: 2 of 3
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FIRST AID
Swallowed: Seek medical advice.
Eye: Flush out with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing and launder before re-use. Wash contact areas with soap and water. If irritation persists seek medical advice.
Inhalation: Remove from further exposure. If unconsciousness occurs, seek immediate medical attention. If breathing has stopped, use mouth to mouth resuscitation.
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PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
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Exposure Limits: Not established. Use only as directed.
Ventilation: Good ventilation is required. No special respiratory protection equipment is recommended under normal conditions of use with sufficient ventilation.
Personal Protection: Avoid eye and skin contact. Wear eye protection (face visor or goggles) if accidentsal eye contact can occur. Wash hands after using and before eating or smoking. Observe good personal hygiene. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
Flammability: Non-flammable. Avoid heat and open flame.
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SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
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Storage and Transport: Store below 30oC. Protect from light. Containers should always be kept closed in storage and properly labelled. Store only in original containers away from foodstuffs. Keep out of reach of children. Dispose of empty container safely.
NAME: Black Pock Ointment ARB Licence No: 2597 Page 3 of 3
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Spills and Disposal: Remove with liquid binding material (e.g. sand, sawdust or diatomaceous earth). Wash the residue from the contaminated area with water. Avoid contamination of drains and waterways. Dispose of waste in compliance with local waste disposal regulations.
Fire/Explosion Hazard: The product is non flammable. Use water spray, foam, powder and Carbon Dioxide fire extinguishers. Use water sprays to cool fire exposed surfaces and any adjacent storage vessels. Emits toxic fumes when heated to decomposition.
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Sheet Dated: 9 September 1997 Supersedes Sheet Dated: 30/10/93
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Contact Point: Dr Bruce Vautier B.V.Sc
Manager, Technical Services
BOMAC Laboratories Ltd
Cnr Wiri Station Road & Hobill Avenue
PO Box 76-369, Manukau City, Auckland,
New Zealand
Phone: (09) 262-3169
Facsimile: (09) 262-3008
Additional Information:
National Poisons Information Centre OR Contact your local Poisons
University of Otago, Medical School Information Centre for
PO Box 913 further advice.
Dunedin
New Zealand
Phone: (03) 474 7000
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The information in this data sheet is to the best of our knowledge, representative of the product. As conditions of use are beyond the control of BOMAC Laboratories Ltd no legal responsibility is accepted for the use of this information.