Country: Australia
Language: English
Source: APVMA (Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority)
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE
FOCUS PRODUCTS PTY LTD
benzalkonium Cl(200g/L)
AQUEOUS CONCENTRATE
BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE AMMONIUM-QUATERNARY Active 200.0 g/L
20L; 2L; 5L
A - Agricultural
FOCUS PRODUCTS
SWIMMING POOL
POOL ALGICIDE
ALGAE
Poison schedule: 6; Withholding period: WHP: N/A; Host/pest details: SWIMMING POOL: [ALGAE]; Poison schedule: 6; Withholding period: ; Host/pest details: SWIMMING POOL: [ALGAE]; For the control of algae in swimming pools.
Registered
2023-07-01
Focus Products – Algicide Label Page 1 of 3 08/01/01 Text above this line is not included in the label POISON KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING (logo) FOCUS ALGICIDE CONCENTRATE Active Constituents: 200g/L Benzalkonium Chloride (or Quaternary Ammonium Compound) For the control of algae in swimming pools (barcode) 2 Litre _FOCUS PRODUCTS PTY LTD_ _3/60 COULSON STREET_ _WACOL Q 4076_ _PH: 07 3879 3844_ Info PEST ✔ Verified 5L 20L Focus Products – Algicide Label Page 2 of 3 08/01/01 Text above this line is not included in the label DIRECTIONS FOR USE DO NOT USE when a hydrogen peroxide – polyhexamethylene biguanide sanitizing system is used SUMMER DOSAGES (MLS) POOL CAPACITY / LITRES INITIAL WEEKLY TO MONTHLY MONTHLY WINTER DOSE OR HEAVY ALGAE CONTROL (MLS) 10, 000 175ml 125ml 450ml NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS To prevent the water appearing hazy the product should NOT be added for at least 48 hours after superchlorinating the pool. However, during normal dosing this time delay is not required. Use product monthly or if under high bathing load use weekly. WINTER MAINTENANCE If pool is sanitized using chlorine, treat pool every 3-4 weeks. After application of the product, filter water for 12 hours to ensure mixing, brush pool walls thoroughly and vacuum. Only use high dosage rates when pool is not in use e.g. heavy algae and winter dosage rates. CAUTION Not to be used for a food container. Algaecide products must be used with a registered sanitiser when the pool is used for bathing. STORAGE AND DISPOSAL Store in the closed, original container in a cool dry place out of reach of children. Do not store in direct sunlight. 2L container: Dispose of container by wrapping in paper, placing in a plastic bag and placing in garbage bin. 5L & above container: Triple or, preferably, pressure rinse containers before disposal. Add rinsings to pool. Do not dispose of und Read the complete document
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page 1 OF 3 FOCUS POOL ALGICIDE Issued: September 03 Hazardous according to criteria of Worksafe Australia IDENTIFICATION USES: Algicide PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION/ PROPERTIES APPEARANCE Blue Liquid Boiling Point (C) : 100 (approx.) Vapor Pressure (mm of Hg @ 25C) : 25 (approx.) Specific Gravity : 1 Flash Point (C) : Not flammable Flammability Limits (%) : Not flammable Solubility in Water (g/L) : Completely miscible INGREDIENTS _Chemical Entity _ _ _ _ CAS No. _ _ Proportion _ Dodecyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorie [139-07-01] <20% Water - to 100% HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION HEALTH EFFECTS No adverse health effects are expected if the product is handled in accordance with this Safety Data Sheet and the product label. Symptoms that may arise if the product is mishandled are: SWALLOWED: Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to gastric system. EYE: Very irritating to eye tissue. May cause permanent damage. SKIN: Irritating to skin tissue. INHALED: Not considered a hazard with normal use. Inhalation of mists may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract. FOCUS PRODUCTS PTY LTD ABN 23 073 540 520 Ph (07) 3879 3844 Fax(07) 3879 3855 P.O. Box 131 Carole Park Q 4300 3/60 Coulson Street WACOL Q 4076 _ _ MSDS MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET Page 2 OF 3 CHRONIC EFFECTS: Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis. FIRST AID SWALLOWED: If conscious, wash out mouth and give a drink of water. Seek medical advice. Show this MSDS to medical practitioner. EYE: Hold eyelids open and flood with water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical aid urgently. Show this MSDS to medical practitioner. SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with water and mild soap. Seek medical advice if irritation persists. Show this MSDS to medical practitioner. Launder clothing before reuse. Neutralise acid residues with sodium bicarbonate. INHALED: Remove from contaminated air. Maintain breathing with artificial respiration if necessary. Seek medical assistance. Show this MSDS to a doctor. ADVICE TO DOCTOR Read the complete document