MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Osmocote庐 Controlled Release
Micro-Fertilizer
18-5-9
90072-6
Scotts-Sierra Horticultural Products Co. In Case of Emergency call:
The Scotts Company 1-937-644-0011 (USA)
14111 Scottslawn Road For non-Emergency calls:
Marysville, Ohio 43041 1-937-644-0011 (USA)
I. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
NFPA Hazard Ratings
Product Name: Osmocote銆? Controlled Release Micro-Fertilizer 0 Least
Health 1 Slight
2
Analysis: 18-5-9 2 Moderate
Flammability 0
3 High
Reactivity
Stock Number: 90072-6 1
4 Severe
II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
OSHA ACGIH
MATERIAL CAS # PEL TLV
Ammonium Nitrate 6484-52-2 None None
Potassium Sulfate 7778-80-5 None None
Ammonium Phosphates 7722-76-1/7783-28-0 None None
7758-23-8/7757-93-9/7758-87-4 None None
Calcium Phosphates
Calcium Fluoride 7789-75-5 2.5 mg(F)/m3 2.5 mg(F)/m3
* Each prill consists of the ingredients listed above coated with a resin made from a modified vegetable oil (linseed
oil or soybean oil).
* All exposure limits are for airborne 8-hour time-weighted averages and apply only to occupational exposures.
Product coating is expected to minimize airborne exposures.
* The ACGIH Threshold Limit Values for nuisance (inert) dusts containing <1% crystalline silica and no asbestos
are: 10 mg/m3 total, 5 mg/m3 respirable.
III. FIRST AID PROCEDURES
Eyes: If in eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes holding eyelids open. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Have conscious person drink
1 to 2 glasses of water or milk, then induce repeated vomiting until vomit is clear. Call physician.
Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Treat symptomatically.
IV. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Summary of Risks: Ammonium nitrate is an allergen. Prolonged or repeated direct contact with fertilizer may irritate eyes and skin. Inhalation of d
irritate nose, throat, and lungs. Prolonged exposure may cause weakness, depression, headache, mental impairment, anemia
kidney injury. Ingestion of product can cause severe gastrointestinal irritation, muscular weakness, and
are especially at risk for cyanosis. Ingestion of large amounts may result in death
Medical conditions which may
Ammonium nitrate allergies. Skin abrasions and sores.
be aggravated by contact:
Target Organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract.
Primary Entry Route(s): Ingestion, inhalation.
Chronic Effect(s): Not known.
Ingredients Listed as a Carcinogen
IARC Monographs: No NTP: No OSHA: No
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V. PERSONAL PROTECTION AND PRECAUTIONS
Warning Properties of Uncoated Fertilizer: Irritation of eyes, nose, or mouth.
Goggles: None required for routine use as fertilizer. High airborne dust levels or mists
of product dissolved in liquid may be irritating; use chemical goggles.
Gloves: None required for normal use. If prolonged or repeated use irritates skin, use neoprene or PVC gloves.
Respirator: If airborne dust levels are high or product does not remain intact, use a combination of engineering controls
(e.g. ventilation) and personal protection (e.g. NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator for dusts, mists,
and fumes) to reduce exposures to acceptable levels.
Workplace Considerations
Ventilation: Ventilation and personal protection are recommended whenever dust
levels are high or product does not remain intact.
Safety Stations: Running water should be available in case material gets in eyes.
Other: Ingredients with occupational exposure limits comprise a small percentage of the total
product. For this reason, it is not expected that these limits will be exceeded unless the
nuisance dust standards are exceeded.
VI. PHYSICAL HAZARD INFORMATION
Flammable Limits (% in Air): N/A Color: Mixed light/dark tan
Water Odor: None
Extinguishing Media:
Auto Ignition Temperature: N/A Melting Point: Decomposes on heating
Flash Point (method): Decomposes on heating Boiling Point: Decomposes on heating
Solubility in H20 80-85%
Speci铿乧 Gravity: (H20 = 1) 1.2
Reactivity Vapor Pressure: Not Known
Stability: Stable Evaporation Rate: N/A
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme heat. Contact with fuels and other organic or combustible materials.
Active metals such as aluminum and magnesium. Strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition In a 铿乺e, may produce oxides of nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, and sulfur, as well as ammonia.
Products:
Chemical Incompatibilities: Strong reducing agents. Active metals such as aluminum and magnesium.
Unusual Fire, Explosion Decomposes on heating to emit toxic ammonia and oxides of nitrogen, potassium,
and Reactivity Hazards: phosphorus, and sulfur. High airborne dust concentrations have the potential for explosion.
In Case of Fire: Evacuate area. Flood with water to cool containers. Wear self-contained
breathing apparatus to 铿乬ht large 铿乺es.
VII. REGULATORY INFORMATION
DOT Classi铿乧ation: Not DOT regulated.
VIII. STORAGE AND SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible materials and
heat sources. Store away from feed and foodstuffs, as well as household cleaning products. Wash hands with soap
and water after handling product. Keep out of reach of children.
In case of spills: Avoid dusting or misting conditions during cleanup. If material is uncontaminated, collect and
reuse as recommended for product. If contaminated, put in appropriate container and dispose. Keep spills away from
drinking water supplies. After cleaning up spill, 铿倁sh area with water.
Waste management/disposal: Apply as fertilizer to 铿乪ld. If product is contaminated, dispose of in an
approved land铿乴l disposal facility, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Date Revised:
Date Issued: 3/25/98
The information contained herein is, to the best of Scott's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date of preparation of this document. However, no warranty or guarantee, expres
implied, is made as to the accuracy or reliability, and Scotts shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising out of the use thereof. No authorization is given or implie
without a license. In addition, Scotts shall not be liable for any damage or injury resulting from abnormal use, from any failure to adhere to r
nature of the product.
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