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Copper Triethanolamine Complex

Action / Use

ACTION: Algaecide.

USE: Controls planktonic and filamentous algae, Hydrilla verticillata in golf course, ornamental, fish and fire ponds; potable water reservoirs; fresh water lakes and fish hatcheries.

FORMULATIONS: Aqueous solution, liquid.

Chemistry

COMPOSITION: Mixed copper triethanolamine complex.

PROPERTIES: Dark green/blue liquid. Specific gravity 1.265 at 25°C, pH 6-7.

Environmental Guidelines

HAZARDS: Fish: Toxic (generally decreases as water hardness decreases). In the U.S., consult state fish and game agency before applying to public waters.

WATER SOLUBILITY: Soluble.

Safety Guidelines

TOXICITY: (Acute): Oral LD50 >1300 mg/kg.

HANDLING/STORAGE CAUTIONS: Store below 35°C, min. 5°C. Decomposes at temperatures above 200°C. Store in clean dry area. Average shelflife under proper storage conditions is 2 years. Exercise normal handling precautions for liquid materials.

Emergency Guidelines

FLASHPOINT: Nonflammable.

FIRST AID: Eyes: flush with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. Skin: wash thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. Ingestion: drink 1-2 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching the back of throat with finger. Contact physician or Poison Control Center. Inhalation: remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth to mouth. Get medical attention if irritation persists.

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: 912-242-8635 (Griffin); call collect 317-580-8282 (SePRO Corp.); 800-424-9300 (CHEMTREC).

Suppliers and Branded Products

BASIC PRODUCERS:

Applied Biochemists (Aquatrine*)

SePRO Corp. (K-Tea*)

DISCONTINUED NAMES:

A & V 70 Plus*

Algae Pro*

Algae-Rhap CU7*

Algstop*

Ricetrine*