MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
TURF SHIELD® REPELLENT CONCENTRATE

BSRC EPA EST. NO. 66550-WA-1
P.O. Box 785 EPA REG. NO. 66550-1
Pullman, WA. 99163-0785 Net Wt. 128 Fl. Oz./Gal.

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: 509/332-1989,

SECTION I
CHEMICAL NAME: Methyl Anthranilate
2-Aminobenzoic acid methyl ester
TRADE NAME: Bird Shield Repellent
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Aromatic acid ester + inert ingredients
FORMULA: 25% methyl anthranilate
75% inert ingredients
100% v/v total
CAS REGISTRY NO.: 134-20-3
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C8H9NO2
DOT SHIPPING CLASSIFICATION: Chemicals, NOI (not regulated)
GRAS REGISTRY NO: U.S.F.D.A. 21CFR 182-10 No. 2682
CAGE NO. 08EP0

SECTION II HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
MATERIAL: Methyl anthranilate (25%), Unassigned TLV (units)
CERCLA RATINGS (SCALE 0-3) Health=2, Fire=1, Reactivity=0, Persistence=1
NFPA RATINGS (SCALE 0-4) Health=0, Fire=1, Reactivity=0

SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT, 760 mm. Hg: 210+oC
FREEZING POINT: 0oC
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.043
VAPOR PRESSURE: <1 mm Hg
VAPOR DENSITY: No data found
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Complete
OTHER SOLVENTS: Isopropyl alcohol, methanol, ethanol
% VOLATILES BY VOLUME: .25% maximum
EVAPORATION RATE: 100% in 10 days in direct sunlight
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Greenish or pinkish white liquid, without color streaks, when properly mixed. Yellowish crystals forming below -10oC. Strong grape-like odor.

SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: 212+oC
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: No data found
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS IN AIR: No data found
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Carbon dioxide, dry chemicals, foam
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Full protective equipment including self-contained breathing apparatus. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical or foam preferred followed by fog nozzles.
UNUSUAL FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Slight fire hazard when exposed to open flame. Closed containers may explode when exposed to extreme heat.

SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE: None Established by OSHA, ACGIH or NOISH
EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE: Excessive exposure may cause skin and eye irritation. Other toxic effects are unknown. Methyl anthranilate is classified as a Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) compound under 21 CFR 182.60.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES: IF INHALED: If affected, remove from exposure. Restore berating. Keep warm and quiet. IF ON SKIN: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water. IF IN EYES: Flush eyes with large amounts of water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention. IF SWALLOWED; Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Give several glasses of water. If vomiting is not spontaneous, induce vomiting by gently touching the back of the patient's throat with a finger. Keep airway clear. Seek medical attention.
TOXICITY DATA: Oral LD50: Rat - 3,000 mg/Kg; Mouse - 3900 mg/Kg; Guinea pig - 2780 mg/Kg. 24 hour skin: Rabbit - moderate. Reproductive effects (RTECS), Tumorigenic (RTECS), Carcinogen - None.

SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY: Oxidizing agents
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: BY FIRE: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide and oxides of nitrogen.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur.

SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE THE MATERIAL IS SPILLED OR RELEASED: Collect the material for reclamation or place in a covered waste disposal container.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Landfill, incinerate in approved facility or expose to ultraviolet (UV) light until all odor dissipates. Do not incinerate closed container. Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations regarding pollution.

SECTION VII SPECIAL PROTECTIVE INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: Use a respirator (MSHA/NIOSH approval number TC-21C) approved for organic vapors, fumes and mists in areas laden with vapor.
VENTILATION: Mix in well ventilated area (local exhaust preferable, general exhaust acceptable) or in the out-of doors.
PROTECTIVE GLOVERS: Rubber.
EYE PROTECTION: Safely glasses or goggles with unperforated side shields.
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: Safety shower, eye wash. Wash skin and clothing thoroughly with soap and warm water after handling or contamination.

SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Do not store near open flames or oxidizing agents. Do not store at temperatures below 50o F (10o C) or above 110o F (43o C).
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Avoid excessive exposure. Do not take internally.

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The information contained herein is based on the data available to us and is believed to be correct as of the date prepared. Bird Shield® Repellent Corporation, however, makes no warranty, expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.