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Product Name: Brevibacillus laterosporus
Chemical Family: Bacterial preparation
Common Names: B. laterosporus, BL, biological agent
Recommended Uses: Biological insecticide, agricultural biocontrol, waste treatment aid
Manufacturer: Refer to product label for company information
Emergency Telephone: Local poison control center or emergency services
Product Form: Liquid concentrate, powder, or granule containing viable bacterial spores
Synonyms: Formerly known as Bacillus laterosporus
Classification: Non-pathogenic, no direct evidence of toxicity to humans under normal use
Hazard Statement: May cause irritation to eyes, skin, or respiratory tract through mechanical exposure; avoid ingestion, inhalation, and contact with open wounds
GHS Label Elements: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS standards
Pictogram: No symbol required
Precautionary Statements: Wear suitable personal protective equipment, avoid breathing dust or spray, wash hands after handling
Symptoms of Exposure: sneezing, mild skin itching, redness in sensitive individuals, mild eye irritation possible on direct contact
Active Ingredient: Brevibacillus laterosporus viable spores (typically 1–10% by weight, dependent on formulation)
Inert Ingredients: Water, carbohydrates, minerals, inert carrier (such as clay or cornstarch), dispersing agents, minor nutrients
Formulation Additives: Protein stabilizers, preservatives for shelf-life extension such as sodium benzoate (if liquid), non-hazardous solvents in some liquid forms
Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) Number: Brevibacillus laterosporus – 143447-06-7
Inhalation: Move exposed person outdoors or to fresh air, support breathing; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing; medical attention recommended if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present; medical aid if redness or pain lasts
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water, avoid inducing vomiting; contact physician if feeling unwell or large quantities ingested
Advice for Medical Personnel: Treat symptomatically, no specific antidote for B. laterosporus exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry powder, or carbon dioxide for surrounding fire
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: None known
Special Hazards: Product is not flammable, but packaging may burn and release particulate matter
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use standard protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus when fighting fires in area with product
Hazardous Combustion Products: Smoke, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation, use protective gloves, goggles, and dust mask if area is not well ventilated
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spills from entering waterways by containing with absorbent barriers
Clean-up Methods: Scoop or sweep spilled material for reuse or disposal, wash spill site with water and detergent, avoid creating aerosol or dust
Reference to Other Sections: See Exposure Controls and Disposal Considerations for further guidance
Handling: Minimize dust, avoid splashing liquids, wear suitable PPE for eyes, skin, and respiratory protection in confined spaces
Safe Handling Advice: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use; keep container tightly sealed when not in use, wash thoroughly after handling
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from heat, direct sunlight, food, and feed
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, bases, oxidizing agents
Container Recommendations: Use original packaging or containers compatible with biological preparations, keep off damp floors to avoid contamination
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general dilution ventilation recommended in processing rooms
Eye Protection: Safety glasses or goggles
Skin Protection: Nitrile or latex gloves, long sleeves, lab coat
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved particulate respirator in case of dust or aerosols
Hygiene: Wash hands before breaks and after work, do not touch face during handling, remove contaminated clothing
Occupational Exposure Limit: No specific occupational exposure limits for B. laterosporus; keep particle exposure below nuisance dust thresholds (<10 mg/m³)
Appearance: Off-white to light tan powder, beige granules, or cloudy brown liquid, dependent on formulation
Odor: Earthy to musty, characteristic bacterial culture smell
pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline (6.5–8.5, liquid and suspension)
Melting/Freezing Point: Not applicable (biological powder or suspension)
Solubility: Dispersible in water, not fully soluble
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): Not applicable
Boiling Point/Range: Not applicable for powder, near water’s boiling point for liquid
Relative Density: 0.95–1.10 g/cm³ (bulk blend)
Stability in Storage: Stable under recommended conditions, product potency can decrease with prolonged exposure to moisture and heat
Chemical Stability: Stable at ambient temperature in unopened containers
Reactivity: Non-reactive under typical storage and usage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: None expected with proper handling
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excessive heat, direct sunlight, freezing (for liquid form)
Incompatibility: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers; avoid mixing with incompatible pesticides without specific compatibility data
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None under normal use; thermal breakdown yields simple oxides
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, ingestion, skin or eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low to no toxicity in laboratory testing, oral LD50 in rodents above 5,000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: No chronic toxicity observed in available animal studies
Allergenic Potential: Sensitization is unlikely, but repeated exposure may trigger symptoms in susceptible individuals
Genotoxicity/Carcinogenicity: No known genotoxic or carcinogenic activity
Mutagenic Effects: Not expected based on structure and biological role
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing allergies, immunocompromised conditions (caution advised)
Human Data: No laboratory-confirmed adverse health effects in typical agricultural or laboratory use
Ecotoxicity: Target-specific insecticidal action, low risk to non-target organisms under normal field rates
Aquatic Toxicity: Non-toxic to fish, daphnia, or algae at practical concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Readily degrades in soil and aquatic environments after application, does not accumulate
Bioaccumulation Potential: No potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Spores remain at or near surface; survive several months in soil before degrading
Environmental Fate: Bacteria return to natural populations, assist in nutrient cycling without significant ecological disruption
Product: Dispose of surplus or expired material in accordance with local regulations for biological waste
Packaging: Rinse empty containers, recycle or landfill as per guidelines, do not reuse for food or drink
Disposal Recommendations: Incinerate or bury if permitted, avoid release to surface waters or sewer without permission
Decontamination: Wash surfaces and equipment used with soap and water; outdoors, spread any residues thinly to encourage action by native soil microbes
UN Number: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous for all modes of transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Shipping Name: Not classified as hazardous
Special Transport Notes: Secure containers, keep dry and cool in transport, separate from strong chemicals or foodstuffs
International Regulations: Permitted for carriage by land, sea, and air under normal bio-agent transport guidelines
U.S. EPA Registration: Registered under FIFRA as a biopesticide for specific crops
ECHA/REACH (EU): Registered under microbial biopesticide category, not classified as hazardous
Other Approvals: Certified by USDA Organic (per product label), reviewed for GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status in some formulations
Inventory Listings: Listed in national inventories as microbial biological control agent
Workplace Safety: OSHA and WHMIS do not list as a hazardous substance, but normal hygiene and handling recommendations apply
Label Guidance: Follow all instructions on product label for agricultural or environmental use; report incidents as per local or national guidelines
