MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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1 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET According to EC Regulation 1907/2006 (Reach), Regulation EU No. 453/2010 Print Date: 03-Jul-2013 Revision Number: 3 1. Identification of the Substance/Preparation and of the Company/Undertaking Identification of the substance or preparation MSDS Ref. No.: Product Name: Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Recommended Use Fertilizer. Restricted to professional users. Uses advised against Consumer use. Company/undertaking identification Everris International BV Nijverheidsweg 1-5; 6422 PD Heerlen (NL) Tel: +31 (0) ; Fax: +31 (0) Emergency telephone number: (24h) INFO-MSDS@EVERRIS.com 2. Hazards Identification Classification Indication of danger: The product is classified and labelled in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC. O - Oxidizing R-phrases R8 - Contact with combustible material may cause fire 3. Composition/information on Ingredients Page 1 of 6

2 Chemical nature of the preparation Ingredients CAS-No Weight % EC-No. Classification Potassium Nitrate, > 25% O;R08 KNO3 Iron EDTA, Fe-EDTA % NE Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] REACH registration number Ox. Sol. 3 (H272) no data available NE = Non-Established. For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16 Full text of H- and EUH-phrases: see section First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures General advice: Check the casualty's state of consciousness, breathing and pulse; put in emergency position or revive. Ingestion: Inhalation Skin contact: Eye contact: Protection of first-aiders: Possible symptoms are nausea and/or vommiting. Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. If a person vomits when lying on his back, place him in the recovery position. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Consult a physician if necessary. Possible symptoms are coughing and/or dyspnoea. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If symptoms persist, call a physician. If skin irritation persists, call a physician. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water, also under the eyelids. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist. Low hazard for usual industrial or commercial handling. Notes to physician: Artificial respiration and/or oxygen may be necessary Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed None under normal processing 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed None under normal processing 5. Fire-fighting measures Suitable extinguishing media: Coordinate fire extinguishing measures to fire in surrounding area. Use dry chemical, CO2, water spray or "alcohol" foam.*** Unsuitable extinguishing media: High volume water jet. Special protective equipment for firefighters: As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Page 2 of 6

3 Specific methods: Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Methods for cleaning up: Sweep up and shovel. 6. Accidental release measures Personal Precautions: Sweep-up to prevent slipping hazard. Use personal protective equipment. Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains. Do not contaminate surface water. 7. Handling and Storage Handling: Technical measures/precautions: Safe handling advice: Storage: Technical measures/storage conditions: Incompatible products: Specific use(s): Packaging material: LGK (Germany) Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. Avoid dust formation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep containers dry and tightly closed to avoid moisture absorption and contamination. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. For quality reasons: Keep out of reach of direct sunlight, store under dry conditions, partly used bags should be closed well. Keep at temperatures between 0 C and 40 C. Keep away from: Flammable materials Water soluble fertilizer. Plastic bags 5.1B 5.1B (Germany)*** 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering measures to reduce exposure: Ensure adequate ventilation. Occupational exposure controls Personal Protective Equipment Respiratory Protection: Hand protection: Eye/face Protection Skin and body protection: In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory equipment. PVC disposable gloves. Tightly fitting safety goggles. Wear suitable protective clothing. Page 3 of 6

4 Hygiene measures Exposure Limit Values Environmental exposure controls Follow good housekeeping practices. When using, do not eat, drink or smoke. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Prevent product from entering drains. Potassium Nitrate, KNO3 Australia TWA Iron EDTA, Fe-EDTA UK EH40 WEL: General information Physical state Appearance: Color: Odor: > 10 mg/m 3 1 mg/m³ TWA 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Solid powder Off-white Not significant Important Health Safety and Environmental Information Melting point/range: Solubility: completely soluble Vapour pressure Vapour density Explosive properties: Doesn't present explosion hazard Flammability (solid, gas): Non-flammable OTHER INFORMATION ph: Viscosity 3-5 (200 g/l) not applicable 10. Stability and Reactivity Chemical stability Conditions to Avoid Incompatible Materials Hazardous Decomposition Products Hazardous reactions Stable under recommended storage conditions No special storage conditions required. dust formation. Strong oxidizing agents. Acids and bases. Strong reducing agents. Flammable materials. No decomposition if stored normally. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours. Burning produces obnoxious and toxic fumes.*** The product itself does not burn. 11. Toxicological Information Component Information Potassium Nitrate, KNO3 LD50/oral/rat = 3750 mg/kg Product Information Local effects Skin effects: May cause skin irritation in susceptible persons. Page 4 of 6

5 Eye effects: Inhalation Ingestion: May cause eye irritation with susceptible persons. May cause sensitization by inhalation. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. 12. Ecological Information Product Information Aquatic toxicity: Persistence and degradability Bioaccumulative potential Mobility in soil Water Endangering Class (WGK): Component Information Potassium Nitrate, KNO3 Ecotoxicity effects No ecological information is known on the product. No persistent or cumulative effects were observed Does not bioaccumulate 1 (Everris classification ) LC50/96h/rainbow trout =1378 mg/l EC50/72h/algae =>1700 mg/l 13. Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal Methods: Contaminated packaging: Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.*** Empty containers can be landfilled, when in compliance with the local regulations. 14. Transport Information Product Information Physical state: solid ADR/RID UN-No: 1479 Proper shipping name: Oxidizing solid, N.O.S.? Description: Potassiumnitrate Hazard Class: 5.1 Packing group: PG III Tunnel restriction code E IATA UN-No: 1479 Proper shipping name: Oxidizing solid, N.O.S. Description: Potassiumnitrate Hazard Class: 5.1 Packing group: PG III Page 5 of 6

6 IMO / IMDG UN-No: Proper shipping name: Description: Hazard Class: Packing group: EmS: 1479 Oxidizing solid, N.O.S Potassiumnitrate 5.1 PG III F-A / S-Q Indication of danger: The product is classified and labelled in accordance with Directive 1999/45/EC. In accordance with local and national regulations ICPE (FR): Classified installation: article 1230 Water Endangering Class (WGK): 1 (Everris classification ) Text of R Phrases mentioned in Section 3 R8 - Contact with combustible material may cause fire 15. Regulatory information 16. OTHER INFORMATION Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3 H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer Reason for revision: Revision Date: Prepared by: *** Indicates changes since the last revision. This version replaces all previous versions 26-Jun-2013 Regulatory Affairs Department (INFO-MSDS@EVERRIS.COM) This information contained herein is, to the best of Everris' knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date of preparation of this document. However, no warranty or guarantee, express or implied, is made as to the accuracy or reliability, and Everris shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of the use thereof. No authorization is given or implied to use any patented invention without a license. In addition, Everris shall not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to recommended practices or from any hazards inherent in the nature of the product. End of Safety Data Sheet Page 6 of 6