Product Name: Trifloxystrobin, Pesticide Grade
Chemical Family: Strobilurin Fungicide
CAS Number: 141517-21-7
Recommended Use: Agricultural fungicide for crop protection
Manufacturer/Supplier: Refer to product packaging for supplier identity and contact details
Emergency Phone: Refer to product label or regional poison control center
Synonyms: Trifloxystrobin technical, Strobilurin A analog
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous for transport
Product Description: Off-white crystalline solid; characteristic faint chemical odor
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4, Skin Sensitizer Category 1, Eye Irritant Category 2A, Hazardous to the Aquatic Environment – Chronic, Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed; may cause an allergic skin reaction; causes serious eye irritation; toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements: Avoid release into the environment; wash thoroughly after handling; wear protective gloves, clothing, eye and face protection; call a poison center if exposed or if you feel unwell; dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional regulations
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Active Ingredient: Trifloxystrobin 95–99%
Chemical Formula: C20H19F3N2O4
Impurities: Minor manufacturing byproducts (<0.5%)
Additives: Typically none for pure technical material; possible inert carriers for formulated products
Relevant Concentration Ranges: Commercial formulations will specify relevant dilutions for use
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air; keep comfortable and warm; seek medical attention for persistent symptoms such as coughing, shortness of breath, dizziness
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and rinse affected skin with soap and water for several minutes; seek medical advice if irritation or allergic reaction develops
Eye Contact: Promptly flush eyes with cool, clean water for at least 15 minutes keeping eyelids open; remove contact lenses if easily possible; seek medical care if irritation continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; seek prompt medical attention; never induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel
Advice for Physicians: Provide symptomatic and supportive treatment; show this MSDS where possible
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use direct water jet on burning product
Fire Hazards: Thermal decomposition above 200°C may produce toxic gases including hydrogen fluoride, oxides of nitrogen, carbon monoxide
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice in Case of Fire: Dike firewater to prevent runoff; avoid inhaling smoke or fumes
Special Chemical Hazards: Dust from product may form explosive mixtures with air under certain conditions
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable respiratory protection, gloves, goggles, protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, or confined areas; report major spills to local authorities
Methods for Cleanup: Use non-sparking tools to collect spilled material; sweep up and place in suitable container for disposal; wash contaminated surfaces with water and detergent
Containment: Keep out of soil, surface water, sewers; use barriers as needed to limit spread
Decontamination: Dispose of all cleaning materials as hazardous waste
Safe Handling: Minimize inhalation or direct contact; use only in well-ventilated areas; do not eat, drink, or smoke near product
Protective Measures: Prevent dust generation and build-up; ground equipment for static discharge
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and exposed skin before breaks and after handling
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area; keep out of direct sunlight and away from food, feed, or ignition sources
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Special Storage Precautions: Keep away from children and unauthorized persons
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific national limits established; follow good industrial hygiene practices
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to minimize airborne exposure
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respiratory protection during exposure to high dust or vapor concentrations
Skin Protection: Wear impervious gloves (nitrile or neoprene), long-sleeved clothing, chemical apron
Eye/Face Protection: Use goggles or face shield
General Safety Measures: Eye wash station and safety shower should be accessible
Appearance: Off-white or beige crystalline powder
Odor: Slight, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: 6.0–8.0 (suspension in water)
Melting Point: 72–76°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not highly flammable; flash point above 100°C
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not readily flammable
Vapor Pressure: Low (1.1 × 10-7 Pa at 20°C)
Solubility: Sparingly soluble in water (0.61 mg/l at 20°C); readily soluble in organic solvents (acetone, methanol, toluene)
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): 4.5 (20°C)
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Viscosity: Not applicable for solid
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Thermal Decomposition: Above 200°C produces hazardous byproducts (CO2, NOx, HF)
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions under normal conditions
Incompatibility: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, direct sunlight
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur
Acute Toxicity (Oral): LD50 (rat) 3,000–5,000 mg/kg
Acute Toxicity (Dermal): LD50 (rat) >4,000 mg/kg
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): LC50 (rat) >4.1 mg/l (4h, dust/mist)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Minor irritation possible
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation
Skin Sensitization: Sensitizing to susceptible individuals
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic to humans by IARC, US EPA, or EU
Mutagenicity: Negative in animal and bacterial tests
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects in animal studies at non-toxic doses
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Liver and kidney changes at high, prolonged exposures reported in test animals
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms (fish 96h LC50<1 mg/l; Daphnia magna EC50 <1 mg/l; algae EC50 <1 mg/l)
Aquatic Persistence: Slowly biodegradable, high potential for long-term effects
Bioaccumulation: Potential for bioaccumulation based on high log Kow
Soil Mobility: Low to moderate mobility; strong adsorption to soil organic matter
Other Effects: No adverse effects on terrestrial plants and invertebrates within recommended use levels
Degradation: Breaks down slowly in soil and water, influenced by sunlight and microbial action
Waste Disposal: Collect all waste material in clearly labeled drums; follow local hazardous waste regulations
Pesticide Disposal: Do not reuse packaging; return bulky or unused product to supplier when allowed
Container Disposal: Triple rinse empty containers, render them unusable, then dispose as per local authority instructions
Environmental Caution: Never dump residue in drains or watercourses; seek out qualified waste disposal contractor
Other Advice: Retain documentation to demonstrate legal compliance
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport under most road, rail, sea, and air transport regulations
Transport Hazard Class: No transport hazard class assigned
Packing Group: Not allocated
Environmental Hazards: Risk to aquatic environment if spillage occurs during large-scale transport
Special Precautions: Protect from excessive heat and moisture during transit; do not transport with food, feed, or related consumables
Regulatory Info: Check local, national, and international transport regulations for any changes in classification
EU Regulations: Approved as active substance under Regulation (EC) No 1107/2009; classification and labeling according to CLP Regulation
US Federal Regulations: FIFRA regulated; not listed under CERCLA or SARA Title III as extremely hazardous
Canadian Regulations: Pest Control Products Act, WHMIS not classified as controlled
Australia: Registered by APVMA; follow local use regulations
Other Jurisdictions: Local, state, provincial, or national pesticide law may apply
Workplace Labeling: Containers must show hazard symbols, manufacturer/supplier info, and risk/precaution phrases
Inventory Status: Listed on relevant chemical inventories where approved for use