Date Issued: May 18, 2007
Supersedes: May 11, 2007
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
TANGO
Manufacturer: Wellmark International
Address: 1501 E. Woodfield Rd., Suite 200-West, Schaumburg, IL 60173
Emergency Phone: 800-347-8272
Transportation Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
Product Name: Tango
Chemical Name/Synonym: (S)-Methoprene; isopropyl (2E,4E,7S)-11-methoxy-3,7,11-trimethyl-2,4-
dodecadienoate
Chemical Family: Terpenoid
Formula: C19 H34 O3
EPA Registration No.: 2724-420
RF Number: 329
2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component (chemical, common name) CAS Weight Tolerance
Number
(S)- Methoprene: Isopropyl (2E,4E,7S)-11-Methoxy-3,7,11-trimethyl- 65733-16-6 4.9% Not established
2,4-dodecadienoate
Inert ingredients (non-hazardous and/or trade secret) 95.1% N/A
3. HAZARD INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT
CAUTION
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN
CAUSES MODERATE EYE IRRITATION
HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF OVEREXPOSURE
No adverse reactions have resulted from normal human exposure during research and testing.
PRIMARY ROUTE OF ENTRY Dermal/Eye: Yes Oral: No Inhalation: No
ACUTE TOXICITY Oral: No specific hazard identified.
Dermal: Harmful if absorbed through skin.
Inhalation: No specific hazard identified.
OTHER TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Skin Irritation: No specific hazard identified.
Eye Irritation: Avoid contact with eyes. Causes moderate eye irritation.
Sensitizer: Not a sensitizer.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eye: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue
rinsing. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for
15-20 minutes. Call a poison control center or doctor for treatment advice.
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
NFPA Rating: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
Flammability Class: N/A.
Flash Point: Does not flash.
Explosive Limits (% of Volume): None.
Extinguishing Media: Water, foam, CO2.
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear protective clothing and self contained breathing
apparatus.
Fire Fighting Procedures: Normal procedures. Do not allow fire fighting water to escape into waterways
or sewers.
Combustion Products: None known.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazards: None.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Steps to be taken: In case of leakage or spill, soak up with absorbent material. Place in a
container for disposal.
Absorbents: Clay granules, sawdust, dirt or equivalent.
Incompatibles: None.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Wash thoroughly with soap and
water after handling.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from other pesticides, food and feed.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL MEASURES
Exposure Limits: Not established.
Ventilation: Use with adequate ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment: Long sleeved shirt and long pants, shoes plus socks, chemical resistant gloves
and safety glasses with side shields are recommended.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance and Odor: Creamy, yellow liquid with slight hydrocarbon odor.
Boiling Point: 100 C.
Melting Point: N/A.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 17.5 mm Hg @ 25C (water phase).
Vapor Density (Air = 1): 0.6 (water phase).
Specific Gravity: 1.0 - 1.02.
Bulk Density: N/A.
Solubility: Disperses in water.
Evaporation Rate: Approximately 0.8 (water phase).
pH: 6.2-6.8.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Reactivity: Non-reactive.
Incompatibility w/ Other None.
Materials:
Decomposition Products: None.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE TOXICITY [Based on (S)-Methoprene Technical]
Acute oral toxicity: LD50 >34,000 mg/kg
Acute dermal toxicity: LD50 >2000 mg/kg
Acute inhalation: >5.19 mg/L
Skin irritation: Non-irritating
Eye irritation: Moderate eye irritant
Not a dermal sensitizer
CHRONIC TOXICITY [Based on (RS)-Methoprene Technical]
Methoprene is not considered a carcinogen. The NOEL for non-carcinogenic effects in an 18 month mouse
study was 250 ppm.
DEVELOPMENTAL/REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY [Based on (RS)-Methoprene Technical]
Methoprene is not a teratogen. The NOEL for maternal and embryo toxicity in rabbits was 200 mg/kg/day. The
NOEL for reproductive effects in rats was 2500 ppm.
MUTAGENICITY [Based on (RS)-Methoprene Technical]
Methoprene is not a mutagen.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL FATE [Based on (RS)-Methoprene]
Hydrolysis: T1/2 ! 4 weeks.
Photolysis: T1/2 10 hours.
Soil half life: a 10 days.
Water solubility: 2 ppm.
ECOTOXICITY [Based on (S)-Methoprene]
Acute Toxicity: fish:LC50 (trout): 760 ppb, (bluegill): > 370 ppb ;
aquatic invertebrates:LC50 (Daphnia): 360 ppb
Do not contaminate water when disposing of equipment washwaters or rinsate.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Do not contaminate water, food, or feed by disposal. Pesticide Disposal: Waste resulting from this product may be
disposed of on site or at an approved waste management facility. Container Disposal: Triple rinse (or equivalent).
Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill, or incineration, if allowed by
state and local authorities, by burning. If burned, stay out of smoke.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT49CFR Description: Not regulated as hazardous by U.S. D.O.T.
Freight Classification: Insecticides, NOI other than poison in boxes or drums. NMFC 102120
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA (Superfund): Not regulated.
RCRA: Not regulated as hazardous.
SARA 311/312 HAZARD CATEGORIES
Immediate Health: Yes (irritation).
Delayed Health: No.
Fire: No.
Sudden Pressure: No.
Reactivity: No.
The information presented herein, while not guaranteed, was prepared by technically knowledgeable personnel and to
the best of our knowledge is true and accurate. It is not intended to be all inclusive and the manner and conditions of use
and handling may involve other or additional considerations.
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