Material Safety Data Sheet
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
DOT / TDG Pictograms WHMIS Classification HMIS
NFPA Classification
Health 1
Flammability
0
Flammability 0
Health 0
0 Reactivity
0
Reactivity
PPE A
Specific Hazard
Section I. Chemical Product and Company Identification
PRODUCT NAME/ Urea, Granular 46-0-0
TRADE NAME
16008
This Material Safety Data Sheet applies to the following MSDS NUMBER:
SYNONYM
Agrium products:
Urea, Granular Fertilizer Grade 46-0-0
Urea, Granular Fertilizer Grade (300 SGN) 46-0-0
Urea, Granular Fertilizer Grade (330 SGN) 46-0-0
Urea, Industrial Grade 46-0-0
Urea, Lawn Grade 46-0-0
Urea, Forestry Grade 46-0-0
Urea, Fines, 46-0-0
REVISION NUMBER 1.0
CHEMICAL NAME Carbamide
MSDS prepared by September 16, 2006
CHEMICAL FAMILY Aliphatic amide
the Environment,
Health and Safety
Department on:
CHEMICAL FORMULA CO(NH2)2 24 HR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
NUMBER:
MATERIAL USES Agricultural use: Fertilizer.
Industrial applications: Manufacture of specialty Transportation: 1-800-792-8311
fertilizers. Medical: 1-888-670-8123
MANUFACTURER SUPPLIER
Agrium
Agrium
North American Wholesale
North American Wholesale
13131 Lake Fraser Drive, S.E.
13131 Lake Fraser Drive, S.E.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2J 7E8
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2J 7E8
Agrium U.S. Inc.
Agrium U.S. Inc.
Suite 1700, 4582 South Ulster St.
Suite 1700, 4582 South Ulster St.
Denver, Colorado, U.S.A., 80237
Denver, Colorado, U.S.A., 80237
Section II. Hazardous Ingredients
Exposure Limits (ACGIH)
TLV- TLV- STEL STEL CEIL CEIL % by
mg/m3 mg/m3
NAME CAS # TWA TWA ppm ppm Weight
mg/m3 ppm
Urea 57-13-6 --- 96-98
Urea reaction products with 68611-64-3 --- <3
formaldehyde
Imidodicarbonic diamide (biuret) 108-19-0 --- ~1
ACGIH TLV notations:
---- No assigned TLV
(C) - Ceiling - the concentration not to be exceeded at any time (R) - measured as the Respirable fraction of the aerosol
(I) - measured as the Inhalable fraction of the aerosol (T) - measured as the Thoracic fraction of the aerosol
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TFI Product Testing Program Results - Urea 46-0-0 :^
TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ON
INGREDIENTS
As formulated above:
Acute oral toxicity: 14,300 mg/kg rat; 11,500 mg/kg mouse; 510 mg/kg cattle
Chronic oral toxicity, NOAEL: 6,750 mg/kg mouse; 2,250 mg/kg rat
Ecotoxicity:
Acute toxicity to fish, Barillius barna, LC50, 96hr: >9,100 mg/L
Acute toxicity to invertibrates, Daphnia, EC50 (24hr) >10,000 mg/L
Acute toxicity to birds, pigeon, LDLo = 16,000 mg/kg subcutaneous
Toxicity to algae, Scenedesmus quadricauda, cell multiplication inhibition, TT(192 hr) > 10,000 mg/L
Section III. Hazards Identification.
POTENTIAL ACUTE HEALTH Not considered to be toxic for humans under normal conditions of use. However, in keeping
EFFECTS with good industrial hygiene practises, exposure to any chemical should be kept to a
minimum. This product may cause irritation to the eyes and skin due to mechanical action.
POTENTIAL CHRONIC CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: NONE by ACGIH, EPA, IARC, OSHA.
HEALTH EFFECTS MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: NONE by ACGIH, EPA, IARC, OSHA.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: NONE by ACGIH, EPA, IARC, OSHA.
There is no known effect from chronic exposure to this product. Urea is approved as a food
and cosmetic additive, is an ingredient in clinical preparations, and is a normal human
metabolite found in urine.
Section IV. First Aid Measures
EYE CONTACT May cause eye irritation by mechanical action. Immediately flush eyes with running water for
at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
MINOR SKIN CONTACT May cause skin irritation due to drying (salt effect). Wash contaminated skin with soap and
water. Cover dry or irritated skin with a good quality skin lotion. If irritation persists, seek
medical attention.
EXTENSIVE SKIN CONTACT No additional information.
MINOR INHALATION Repeated or prolonged inhalation of dust may lead to respiratory irritation. Allow the person to
rest in a well ventilated area. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
SEVERE INHALATION No additional information.
SLIGHT INGESTION Do not induce vomiting. Low toxicity. May cause digestive tract irritation, with accompanying
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. If spontaneous vomiting does occur, lower the head so that
the vomit will not reenter the mouth and throat.
If tolerated, give no more than 1 cup of milk or water for adults or 1/2 cup for children to rinse
the mouth and throat, dilute the stomach contents, and minimize irritation. Obtain medical
attention if irritation persists.
EXTENSIVE INGESTION No additional information.
Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
THE PRODUCT IS Non-flammable.
AUTO-IGNITION Not applicable.
TEMPERATURE
FLASH POINT Not applicable.
FLAMMABILITY LIMITS Not applicable.
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PRODUCTS OF Material will not burn. Undergoes thermal decomposition at elevated temperatures to produce
COMBUSTION solid cyanuric acid and release toxic and combustible gases (ammonia, carbon dioxide, and
oxides of nitrogen).
FIRE HAZARD IN THE Not applicable.
PRESENCE OF VARIOUS
SUBSTANCES
May be explosive on contact with halogens such as chlorine. Non-explosive from open flames
EXPLOSION HAZARD IN THE
PRESENCE OF VARIOUS and sparks, shocks, heat, oxidizing materials, combustible materials, organic materials,
SUBSTANCES metals, acids, alkalis, or moisture.
FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA AND Non-flammable. Material will not burn. Undergoes thermal decomposition at elevated
INSTRUCTIONS temperatures to release toxic and combustible gases (ammonia, carbon dioxide, and oxides
of nitrogen). If fumes or gases are present, fire fighters should wear self-contained breathing
apparatus. Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON Flammable/toxic gases will form at elevated temperatures by thermal decomposition. When
FIRE HAZARDS exposed to heat, ammonia is released.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON May be explosive when mixed with hypochlorites due to the formation of nitrogen trichloride
EXPLOSION HAZARDS which explodes spontaneously in air.
Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
SMALL SPILL Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a suitable container for intended use or
disposal.
LARGE SPILL Prevent additional discharge of material, if possible to do so without hazard. Prevent spills
from entering sewers, watercourses, wells, etc. Product will promote algae growth which
may degrade water quality and taste. Notify downstream water users. Recover and place
material in suitable containers for recycle, reuse, or disposal.
Section VII. Handling and Storage
PRECAUTIONS If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne
contaminants below the exposure limit. Keep out of reach of children.
STORAGE Store in a dry, cool and well ventilated area. Keep away from incompatible materials such as
reducing agents. Do not blend or store in contact with ammonium nitrate. Dry urea and dry
ammonium nitrate will react together to produce a slurry.
Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, use
ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
PERSONAL PROTECTION The selection of personal protective equipment varies, depending upon conditions of use.
Under well controlled conditions where contact with the substance is limited and exposures are
below the occupational exposure limit, normal work clothing may suffice. Where skin and eye
contact may occur as a result of brief periodic exposures, wear long sleeved clothing or
coveralls and safety glasses with side shields.
Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. A filtering facepiece dust mask is
adequate for most applications. A NIOSH approved full facepiece or half mask dust respirator
with N-100 or P-100 filters should be used under conditions where airborne concentrations
may exceed occupational exposure limits. For U.S facilities, a respiratory protection program
that meets OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 requirements must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant a respirator's use.
PERSONAL PROTECTION IN No additional recommendations.
CASE OF LARGE RELEASE
EXPOSURE LIMITS AIHA Workplace Environmental Exposure Limits: 10 mg/m3 TWA for Urea as inhalable dust.
OSHA PEL: 15 mg/m3 for Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated.
Federal, State or Provincial exposure limits may vary by jurisdiction. Consult local authorities
for acceptable exposure limits in your area.
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Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
PHYSICAL STATE AND Granular solid.
APPEARANCE
COLOR
MOLECULAR WEIGHT 60.06 White.
Odorless to slightly ammoniacal.
ODOR
pH (10% SOLN/WATER) 8
BOILING POINT ODOR 17 PPM as ammonia.
o
Decomposes at 135 C
THRESHOLD
MELTING POINT 132.7癈 (270.9癋) Saline.
TASTE
VOLATILITY Not available.
CRITICAL TEMPERATURE Not applicable.
Easily soluble in hot water. Soluble
0.74 (Water = 1)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY g/cc SOLUBILITY
in cold water. Partially soluble in
methanol, diethyl ether. Insoluble in
n-octanol.
DISPERSION
BULK DENSITY See solubility in water, methanol,
Loose:
kg/m3 ; lbs/ft3 PROPERTIES diethyl ether.
~721-770 kg/m3; ~45-48lbs/ft3
Tapped:
~800-809 kg/m3; ~49-51 lbs/ft3
VAPOR PRESSURE 0.08 kPa WATER/OIL DIST. Soluble in water.
COEFF.
VAPOR DENSITY Not available.
Section X. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
STABILITY
Not available.
INSTABILITY
TEMPERATURE
No additional remark.
CONDITIONS OF
INSTABILITY
Reactive with halogens. Slightly reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, alkalis,
INCOMPATABILITY WITH
moisture. Non-reactive with combustible materials, organic materials, most metals.
VARIOUS SUBSTANCES
CORROSIVITY Corrosive to mild steel. Slightly corrosive to aluminum, zinc, or copper. Non-corrosive to
glass, 304 or 316 stainless steel.
SPECIAL REMARKS ON Absorbs moisture from the air. Hygroscopic; keep container tightly closed.
REACTIVITY
SPECIAL REMARKS ON
Avoid contact with moisture. Slow hydrolysis may produce acids corrosive to metals. Contact
CORROSIVITY
your sales representative or a metallurgical specialist to ensure compatability with your
equipment.
Section XI. Toxicological Information
Ingestion. Inhalation.
SIGNIFICANT ROUTES OF
EXPOSURE
See Section II. Under controlled feeding conditions, urea is used as a nutritional supplement
TOXICITY TO ANIMALS
in cattle and other animals. The toxic dose in cattle given urea for the first time is considered
to be 0.45 g/kg or a total of 100-200 g. Mature bulls can digest as much as 400 g a day
without ill effect. As little as 50 g may cause adverse effects in cattle not accustomed to it.
Animal Antidote and Emergency Treatment:
In animals, the cold water - acetic acid treatment may work. The adult cow is given 19-38
liters cold water and 3.8 liters of 5% acetic acid (vinegar) orally. This treatment limits
absorption of ammonia from the rumen by diluting the rumen contents and slowing the rate of
hydrolysis of urea by decreasing rumen pH and temperature. The treatment also promotes
urine flow that, if maintained by fluid therapy, may assure recovery from urea toxicity.
Gaseous or fluid bloat should be relieved before pumping water into the rumen. Consult your
veterinarian immediately.
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SPECIAL REMARKS ON Very low toxicity for humans or animals under normal conditions of careful, responsible use.
TOXICITY TO ANIMALS Urea is used in small quantities as a feed suppliment for livestock. Urea ingestion may be
harmful to wildlife, livestock and birds at body burdens of several thousands of mg/kg if
ingested without adeqate mixing. Clean up all spilled material, especially where bulk fertilizer
loading of equipment occurs to prevent animal overexposure. If used for the manufacture of
feeds, mix thoroughly by making a preblend with one of the ingredients, then adding and
mixing the preblend with all other ingredients. Equivalent protein from Urea should not exceed
one-third of the protein in the mixture.
OTHER EFFECTS ON Our data base contains no additional remark on the toxicity of this product
HUMANS
SPECIAL REMARKS ON No effects.
CHRONIC EFFECTS ON
HUMANS
SPECIAL REMARKS ON May cause irritation of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
OTHER EFFECTS ON
HUMANS
Section XII. Ecological Information
Will slowly release ammonia and degrade to nitrate. Ammonia is a toxic hazard to fish.
ECOTOXICITY
However, ammonia release is slow making urea much less toxic than ammonium salts.
Aquatic toxicity tests indicate 24 Hr exposure at 16,000 mg/L of urea did not kill Creek
Chubs. Urea is added in small quantities as a feed suppliment for cattle. Urea ingestion may
be harmful to mammals and birds at body burdens of several thousands of mg/kg. Ensure
that livestock and wildlife do not ingest urea unless adequately mixed with feed rations. Non-
persistent. Non-cumulative when applied using normal agricultural practises. The product
itself and its products of degradation are not harmful under normal conditions of careful and
responsible use. U.S. D.O.T.: This material is NOT listed as a Marine pollutant.
BOD and COD Not available.
PRODUCTS OF Ammonia, carbon dioxide and water.
DEGRADATION
TOXICITY OF THE The product itself and its products of degradation are not harmful under normal conditions of
PRODUCTS OF use. Avoid spills or releases to watercourses.
DEGRADATION
SPECIAL REMARKS ON THE Urea will promote algae growth which may degrade water quality and taste. Notify
PRODUCTS OF downstream water users. Will dissolve and disperse in water. Reclaiming material may not
DEGRADATION be viable.
Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
WASTE DISPOSAL OR Recover and place material in a suitable container for intended use or disposal. Ensure
RECYCLING disposal complies with government requirements and local regulations.
Section XIV. Transport Information
DOT / TDG CLASSIFICATION Not controlled under DOT (US) or TDG (Canada).
PIN and Shipping Name Not applicable.
SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR Not applicable.
TRANSPORT
DOT (U.S.A) (Pictograms)
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Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
CANADIAN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT (CEPA): This product and all its components are
OTHER REGULATIONS
on the Domestic Substances List (DSL) and acceptable for use under the provisions of CEPA.
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
CERCLA/SUPERFUND, 40 CFR 117,302: This product contains no Reportable Quantity (RQ)
Substances.
This product is not considered as a priority pollutant as regulated under the Clean Water Act.
TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act): This product and all its components are listed on the TSCA
Inventory.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65: This product contains no chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations and is not subject to control under WHMIS (Canada), or the Hazcom Standard (US).
OTHER CLASSIFICATIONS HCS (U.S.A.) Not controlled under the HCS (United States). Exempt under
1910.1200(b)(6)(x).
Not controlled under DSCL (Europe).
DSCL (EEC)
National Fire Protection Fire Hazard
Hazards presented under acute emergency
Association (U.S.A.)
0
conditions only: Reactivity
0
Health
0
Specific Hazard
TDG (Pictograms -
Canada)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Section XVI. Other Information
REFERENCES -Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act and Clear Language Regulations, current revision.
-Canada Gazette Part II, Vol. 122, No. 2 Registration SOR/88-64 31 December, 1987
Hazardous Products Act "Ingredient Disclosure List".
-Domestic Substances List, Canadian Environmental Protection Act.
-29 CFR Part 1910
-33 CFR Parts 151, 153, 154, 156
-40 CFR Parts 1-799
-46 CFR Part 153
-49 CFR Parts 1-199
-American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists, Threshold Limit Values for
Chemical Substances, 2006.
-NFPA 704, National Fire Codes Online, National Fire Protection Association, current edition at
time of MSDS preparation.
-Corrosion Data Survey, Sixth Edition, 1985, National Association of Corrosion Engineers
-TOMES?System: Heitland G & Hurlbut KM (Eds) (electronic version): MICROMEDEX,
Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA. Available at: http://csi.micromedex.com (2006). The
TOMES?System includes MEDITEXT?Medical Management; HAZARDTEXT?Hazard
Management; INFOTEXT?Documents; ERG2000 Emergency Response Guidebook
Documents; REPROTEXT? Heitland G & Hurlbut KM (Eds); CHRIS Hazardous Chemical Data:
U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. Coast Guard, Washington, D.C. (2006); HSDB:
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Hazardous Substances Data Bank. National Library of Medicine, Bethesda, Maryland (2006);
IRIS: Integrated Risk Information System. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington,
D.C. (2006); NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards. National Institute for Occupational
Safety and Health, Cincinnati, Ohio (2006); OHM/TADS: Oil and Hazardous Materials Technical
Assistance Data System. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. (2006);
REPROTOX? Scialli A.R. Georgetown University Medical Center and Reproductive Toxicology
Center, Columbia Hospital for Women Medical Center, Washington, D.C. (2006); RTECS?
Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances. National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health, Cincinnati, Ohio (2006); and SHEPARDS: Shepard T.H.: Shepard's Catalog of
Teratogenic Agents (2006).
-The Fertilizer Institute Product Testing Program Results, March 2003 -Veterinary Pharmacology
and Therapeutics. 5th ed. Ames, Iowa: Iowa State University Press, 1982.
OTHER SPECIAL Not applicable.
CONSIDERATIONS
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THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT Telephone (780) 998-6906 or Fax (780) 998-6677
NOTICE TO READER
The buyer assumes all risk in connection with the use of this material. The buyer assumes all responsibility for
ensuring this material is used in a safe manner in compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety laws,
policies and guidelines. Agrium Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for the information supplied on this sheet,
including any damages or injury caused thereby. Agrium Inc. does not warrant the fitness of this material for any
particular use and assumes no responsibility for injury or damage caused directly or indirectly by or related to the use
of the material. The information contained in this sheet is developed from what Agrium Inc. believes to be accurate
and reliable sources, and is based on the opinions and facts available on the date of preparation.
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