Vertox Oktablok Wax Block Bait is a highly efective and professionally used rat and mouse bait that contains brodifacoum and denatonium benzoat. Vertox Oktablok Wax Block Bait has been specially formulated to be extremely palatable to rodents and can be used in all conditions. The bait also features a hole through the middle of each block to allow them to be secured at each bait station.
Active Ingredient: brodifacoum, denatonium benzoat
Form: Wax Blocks
Controls: Rats, mice
Applications: All conditions
Vertox Oktablok Wax Block Bait has been specially formulated to control any infestation quickly and effectively. The active ingredient is brodifacoum which is a fast acting anticoagulant. The brodifacoum is mixed with high quality food grade flour, wheat, cereals and proteins. This combination of culinary grade food products makes the poison very palatable to vermin, this ensures that the poison is effectively delivered. The blocks are held together with an edible wax which ensures the bait can be used in all conditions. The wax is also infused with a sweet chocolatey smell that will encourage rodents to take it in the first place.
Please note - due to regulations this product can only be used by a professional user
Safety Data Sheet
1 – IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
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This version issued: May 2015
Vertox Oktablok II
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture
Relevant identified uses: Ready for use Rodenticide containing 50ppm Brodifacoum.
The supplier of the safety data sheet is PelGar International Ltd
Address :
PelGar International Ltd
Unit 13
Newman Lane
Alton
Hampshire
GU34 2QR
Telephone : +44(0)1420 80744
E-mail: garry@pelgar.co.uk
Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
Not Hazardous
Labelling to Regulation EC 1272/2008
None Required
2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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Hazard Statements
H-Statements
EUH 208
Contains 1, 2- Benzisothiazolin-3-one. May produce an allergic reaction.
EUH401
To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
Precautionary Statements
P-Statements
P102
Keep out of reach of children.
P103
Read label before use.
P220
Keep / Store away from foodstuffs, beverages and animal feeding stuffs.
P262
Do not get on skin.
P270
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280
Wear protective gloves [Professional users].
P273
Avoid release to the environment.
P301 + P310
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
P404 + P405
Store in a closed container. Store locked up.
P501
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Chemical nature
Biocidal product
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Hazardous ingredients (GHS) according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008
Description of first aid measures
General information: In case of accident, or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice (show the label where possible). Advice for Medical Doctors: Brodifacoum is an indirect anti-coagulant. Phytomenadione, Vitamin K, is antidotal. Determine prothrombin time not less than 18 hours after consumption. If elevated, administer Vitamin K1 until prothrombin time normalises. Continue determination of
Brodifacoum
Content (W/W): 0.005 %
CAS Number: 56073-10-0
EC-No. 259-980-5
Acute toxicity, (Oral), Cat 1
Acute toxicity, (Dermal), Cat 1
STOT RE, Cat 1
Aquatic Acute Toxicity, Cat 1
Aquatic Chronic Toxicity (Cat 1)
H300, H310, H372, H400, H410
Denatonium Benzoate
Content (W/W): 0.001 %
CAS Number: 3734-33-6
EC No. 223-095-2
Acute Toxic, (Oral), Cat 4
Acute Toxic, (Inhalation), Cat 4
Skin Irritant, Cat 2
Eye Damage, Cat 2
Aquatic Chronic, Cat 3
H302, H332, H315, H319, H412
2, 2’-Iminodiethanol
Content (W/W): < 0.1 %
CAS Number: 111-42-2
EC No. 203-868-0
STOT RE, Cat 2
Eye Damage, Cat 1
H373, H318
1,2-Benzisothiazolin-3-one
Content (W/W): <0.02 %
CAS Number: 2634-33-5
EC No. 220-120-9
Acute Toxic, Cat 4
Skin Irritant, Cat 2
Eye Damage, Cat 1
Skin Sensitizer Cat 1 H317
Aquatic Acute, Cat 1
H302, H315, H318, H400
3 – COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
4 – FIRST-AID MEASURES
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prothrombin time for two weeks after withdrawal of antidote and resume treatment if elevation occurs in that time.
After inhalation: Unlikely to present an inhalation hazard. If symptoms develop move the exposed person to fresh air. Immediately obtain medical advice.
After skin contact: May cause skin irritation in susceptible people. Immediately take off all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with copious amounts of water and wash with soap and water. If you feel unwell seek immediate medical advice.
After eye contact: May cause eye irritation in susceptible people. Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. If irritation persists consult a doctor.
After swallowing:
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a doctor immediately.
Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing agents: Keep fire exposed containers cool by spraying with water. Appropriate fire extinguishers are CO2, Powder or Alcohol resistant foam. Use extinguishing media appropriate to the surrounding conditions. Do not use water jets to extinguish the fire.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Formation of toxic gases may occur if heated such as carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides and hydrogen chloride gas.
Protective equipment: Wear self-contained respiratory protective device. A chemical protection suit and suitable gloves and boots should be worn.
Environmental precautions: Prevent leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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Methods and material for containment and cleaning up: Clean up promptly by sweeping or vacuuming. Transfer to a suitably labelled container.
Subsequently wash the contaminated area with water taking care to prevent washings entering sewers or drains.
Reference to other sections
See Section 7 for information on safe handling. See Section 8 for information on personal protection equipment. See Section 13 for disposal information.
Handling
Precautions for safe handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes and avoid inhalation of dust. This product is unlikely to produce dust as the product is a wax block. Keep away from sources of ignition – No smoking, eating or drinking while handling this product. Always use good personal hygiene procedures when handling this product. Wash hands and face before eating, drinking or smoking. Read the label before use.
Conditions for safe Storage including incompatibilities
Store in a cool, dry location. Keep out of reach of children. Store only in the original receptacle. Keep away from sources of heat. Store away from foodstuffs. Keep away from oxidizing agents.
Protection against fire and explosion:
Keep away from heat sources as the product is combustible. The product is not explosive. Keep away from oxidizing agents.
Exposure limits:
7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
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Exposure controls
Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of work.
Hand protection:
Suitable chemical resistant gloves are recommended for professional users.
Eye protection:
Not required under normal conditions of handling and use.
Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, for example apron, closed work clothing, protecting boots.
General safety and hygiene measures:
Handle in accordance with good hygiene and safety practice. Wearing of closed work clothing is recommended. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Store work clothing separately.
Form: Wax block
Colour: Red or Blue
Odour: Slight
M. Pt. (Deg. C): approx. 60 Deg C (for the wax)
Relative Density: 1.17
Solubility (Water): Immiscible in water
Flammability limits: Combustible
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions.
Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions. Not explosive or oxidising.
10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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Thermal decomposition / conditions to be avoided: The formation of toxic/irritant gases/vapours may occur if heated.
Possibility of hazardous reactions: Keep away from oxidising agents.
Conditions to avoid: Heat and sparks.
Denatonium Benzoate Oral Rat LD50 = 584 mg/kg
Brodifacoum Oral Rat LD50 = 0.27 mg/kg
Dermal Rat LD50 = 7.48 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Should not cause irritation.
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
As the product is a wax block it is unlikely to cause eye damage or irritation.
Respiratory or skin sensitization
As the product is a wax block it is unlikely to cause respiratory or skin sensitization.
Germ cell mutagenicity
No evidence to suggest that anticoagulant rodenticides are mutagenic.
Carcinogenicity
No evidence to suggest that anticoagulant rodenticides are carcinogenic.
As the product only contains 50ppm of Brodifacoum and is a water immiscible wax block it is unlikely to be hazardous to aquatic life.
Brodifacoum Daphnia EC50/48Hr = 0.25 mg/l
Rainbow trout LC50/96hr = 0.042 mg/l
12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecological information:
Toxic to mammals, including domesticated animals, and birds if ingested. Exposure of non-target animals should be prevented.
Waste treatment - Recommendation
Dispose of in accordance with national and local regulations.
European waste catalogue
The waste disposal key number from EWC is 20 01 19 (pesticides)
Contaminated packaging: Empty containers can be sent to landfill after cleaning if in compliance with local and national regulations.
Not Dangerous Goods
ADR/RID
Not restricted for transport.
IMDG
Not restricted for transport.
IATA/ICAO
Not restricted for transport.
To avoid risks to man and the environment, comply with the instructions for use.
This information should be considered when making any hazard assessment.
Classification and labelling according to Regulation:
(EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]
This Safety Data Sheet replaces all previous versions. This Safety Data Sheet covers both Red and Blue formulations.
For proper and safe use of this product, please refer to the product label.
13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
14– TRANSPORT INFORMATION
15– REGULATORY INFORMATION
16– OTHER INFORMATION
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Abbreviations:
ADR: European agreement concerning the international carriage of dangerous goods by
Road.
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods.
IATA: International Air Transport Association.
ICAO: International Civil Aviation Organisation
RID: Regulations concerning the International carriage of Dangerous goods by rail.
STOT: Specific Target Organ Toxicity
WHO: World Health Organisation
EU: European Union
PBT: Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic
vPvT: very Persistent and very Bioaccumulative
SEVESO: The main piece of EU legislation that deals specifically with the control of
on-shore major accident hazards involving dangerous substances.
H Phrase: Hazard phrase
EUH Phrase: A hazard phrase only used in Europe
P Phrase: Precautionary phrase
Exclusion of liability:
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable. PelGar Ltd provides no warranties, express or implied, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the data contained herein. This information is offered for your consideration and investigation. The user is responsible for ensuring they have all the data relevant to their use.
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