MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SEQUESTAR庐 Fe-Zn CHELATE SOLUTION Page 1 of 4 Issue Date: 12/99
SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Product
SEQUESTAR庐 IRON-ZINC CHELATE SOLUTION
Chemical Description: Mixture of Iron monoammonium ethylenediaminetetraacetate chelate (Fe
EDTA) and Zinc diammonium ethylenediaminetetraacetate (Zn(NH4)2 EDTA);
aqueous solution.
TSCA/CAS No.: This produce is a mixture 鈥? there is no specific CAS No.
Manufactured For
Monterey Chemical Company
P. O. Box 35000
Fresno, CA 93745-5000
Emergency Phone Numbers
Emergency Telephone: DAYS: (559) 499-2100 EVES: (559) 431-7390
CHEMTREC (24-Hour Emergency Number): (800) 424-9300
EPA National Response Center: (800) 424-8802
SECTION 2. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL CAS NO. % TLV OR PEL RQ (lbs)
None.
SECTION 3. EMERGENCY/HAZARDS OVERVIEW
Clear red-brown liquid with a slight ammonia odor. May cause eye irritation. Contact with steel, aluminum
or zinc metal may react to release hydrogen. Burning of dried material may release carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and nitrogen oxides. Contain any liquid runoff. Not a D.O.T. regulated hazardous material.
HEALTH: 1 REACTIVITY: 1 FLAMMABILITY: 0 ENVIRONMENT: 1
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Flush immediately with water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately.
Skin: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before
reuse. See a physician if skin becomes irritated.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If patient is conscious, give several glasses of water for dilution
effect and contact a physician. Do not give an unconscious person anything by mouth.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing becomes difficult,
call a physician.
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SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: Noncombustible.
Test Method: Closed cup.
LEL Flammable Limits: Not applicable.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not pertinent.
Flammability Classification: Noncombustible.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: Not known.
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: None.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: Not known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: None.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.
Extinguishing Media: Aqueous product. For fires involving dried
material use water, carbon dioxide, dry
chemicals or foam.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus and goggles. Contain
any liquid runoff.
SECTION 6. SPILLS AND LEAKS
Containment: Prevent product spillage from entering drinking water supplies or streams.
Clean Up: Collect liquid or absorb onto absorbent material and package for disposal.
Evacuation: Not necessary.
SECTION 7. STORAGE AND HANDLING
Storage: Store in plastic or stainless steel container in a cool, well-ventilated, dry place at
temperatures above 40潞F. Do not store in contact with brass. Do not store near
food or feeds. Do not stack pallets more than two (2) high.
Transfer Equipment: Transfer product using chemical-resistant plastic or stainless steel tanks, pumps,
valves, etc.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Avoid inhalation of spray mists. Wash thoroughly with water after handling.
SECTION 8. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes: Chemical dust/splash goggles or full-face shield to prevent eye contact. As a general rule,
do not wear contact lenses when handling.
Skin: Impervious gloves and clothes.
Respiratory: Not normally needed. If use generates an aerosol mist or respiratory irritation, use NIOSH-
approved dust/mist respirator (such as 3M #8710).
Ventilation: Recommended but no TLV established.
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SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
Appearance: Red-brown liquid.
Odor: Slight ammonia odor.
pH: ~6-8
Vapor Pressure: About same as water.
Vapor Density (Air=1): About same as water.
Boiling Point: ~220潞F.
Freezing Point: Not available.
Water Solubility: Miscible.
Density: 10.0 lbs./gal.
Evaporation Rate: About same as water.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile: About 50% as water.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: Avoid evaporation to dryness.
Incompatibility: Aluminum, zinc, steel. Reacts with these metals to release
hydrogen.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Boiling liquid may release nitrogen dioxide. Heating or burning
dried product may release ammonia or nitrogen dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: Slight irritant. May cause eye redness, tearing, stinging.
Skin: Slight irritant, especially from prolonged exposure. May cause redness.
Ingestion: May cause stomach cramps and/or nausea.
Inhalation: Slight irritant. May cause coughing, soreness in respiratory tract, chest tightness,
difficulty in breathing.
Subchronic Effects: None known.
Chronic Effects: None known.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Algal/Lemna Growth Inhibition: Not known.
Toxicity to Fish and Invertebrates: Not known.
Toxicity to Plants: Not known.
Toxicity in Birds: Not known.
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SECTION 13. DISPOSAL
Do not contaminate lakes, streams, ponds, estuaries, oceans or other waters by discharge of waste effluents or
equipment washwaters. Dispose of waste effluents according to state and local regulations. Also, chemical
additions or other alterations of this product may invalidate any disposal information in this MSDS. Therefore,
consult local waste regulators for proper disposal. Do not discharge.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORTATION
D.O.T.: Not D.O.T. Regulated.
Other Shipping Description: Fertilizing Compounds (Manufactured), Liquid.
NMFC Item 68140 Sub 6, LTL Class 70
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CERCLA: None.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: Nitrilotriacetic Acid (0.5-1.5%)
PROPOSITION 65 (CA): WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SECTION 16. OTHER
All information appearing in this document was based on data provided by third party sources and was
compiled to comply with the Federal Hazard Communication Standard and the California Hazardous
Substances Information and Training Act. The information is believed to be accurate as of the preparation date,
but is not warranted as being the final authority in the use of this product. This information does not purport
to be legal or medical advice.
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