Vet Lines MSDS Nexgard Spectra SDS August 2015 | Page 2

SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Reviewed on: 26 August 2015
Product Name: NEXGARD Spectra
SECTION 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Type of hazard:
Fire hazard properties:
Prevent accumulation of vapours. When heated to decomposition,
may produce oxides of carbon and nitrogen.
Regulatory requirements:
Extinguishing media and
methods: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical extinguishers, foam, water fog or
spray. Large fires with “alcohol”-type foam extinguishers. Use
extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials
Hazchem code: 2X
Recommended protective
clothing and actions: Fire fighters should wear approved/certified positive pressure self-
contained breathing apparatus and full protective equipment.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions,
protective equipment and
emergency procedures:
Evacuate unnecessary personnel and eliminate all sources of
ignition. Follow protective measures provided under Personal
Protection in Section 8
Environment precautions: Avoid release to the environment.
Method/material for
containment and cleaning
up: For small spills, sweep up and place in properly labeled containers
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe
handling:
Do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this ingredient. Keep
container tightly closed when not in use. Provide for adequate
ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Do not get in
eyes, on skin or clothing. Keep away from incompatible materials
(see Section 10).
Regulatory requirements:
Handling practices: No specific practices; see Safe Handling comments.
Approved handlers: Not required.
Conditions for safe storage: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Store site requirements:
Packaging:
SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Workplace exposure
standards: Not set for this product.
Application in the workplace: Provide emergency shower and eyewash facility in close proximity
to use. Remove contaminated clothing and laundered before reuse
or discard.
Exposure standards outside
the workplace: N/A.
Engineering controls: Use local exhaust ventilation appropriate for solid materials.
Personal protection: Eyes/Face - Wear safety glasses with side shields for normal
handling.
Skin - Wear butyl rubber, neoprene, vinyl or other chemical
resistant impervious gloves.
Respiratory - For normal use, ensure adequate exhaust ventilation.