MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET DATED: 03-14-03
Product: ferti-lome庐 All Seasons Lawn Food Plus Crabgrass and Weed Preventer
SECTION 1 鈥? CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Name: Voluntary Purchasing Groups, Inc. P.O. Box 460, Bonham, Texas 75418
Emergency Telephone: (903) 583-5501 or (800) 424-9300 (Chemtrec)
For Additional Information Contact: Product Manager or Chemtrec
Common Name (used on label): ferti-lome庐 All Seasons Lawn Food Plus Crabgrass and Weed Preventer
EPA # 49991-1-7401
SECTION 2 鈥? COMPOSITION/INFORMATION OF INGREDIENTS
Component CAS Number % (Typical) TLV (Units) PEL (Units)
Urea 57-13-6 Proprietary Not Established Not Established
Attapulgite 12174-11-7 Proprietary 0.1 mg/m3* 0.1 mg/m3*
(diatomaceous earth)
Monoammonium phosphate 7722-76-1 Proprietary Not Established Not Established
Prodiamine 29091-21-2 0.38% Not Established Not Established
鈥? respirable quartz
NOTE: This material is not subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 Title 111 of the Superfund
Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR 372
PEL: Permissible Exposure Limit established by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
TLV: Threshold Limit Value recommended by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial
Hygienists.
SECTION 3 鈥? PHYSICAL DATA
Boiling Point: N/A Bulk Density: 35-40 lbs/ Cu.ft.
Solubility in H2O, % by Wt: Appreciable Reactive in water: Will not evolve flammable or toxic gases
Vapor Density (Air=1): Does not apply Evaporation Rate (ethyl ether = 1): Does not apply
Appearance and Odor: Multicolored granules; Slight chlorine odor
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Does not apply
SECTION 4 鈥? FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Flash Point: Does Not Apply Flammable Limits in Air (% by Volume): Not Determined
Extinguishing Media: Foam, CO2, dry chemical, water
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Decomposes upon heating to liberate ammonia. Avoid dispersion of
dust in air to reduce potential explosion hazard. Fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases. Contact
may cause burns to skin and eyes. Run-off from fire control or dilution water should be kept to a minimum
and controlled to keep additional run-off contamination to a minimum.
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Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Evacuate residents who are down-wind of fire. Prevent unauthorized
entry to fire area. Have medical check made of employees that may have been exposed to fumes or other
contamination of pesticides. For Fire Fighting Authorities: Wear protective clothing over entire body,
including Rubber Boots, Hat and Coat, and avoid contact with toxic fumes or smoke. Self-Contained
Breathing Equipment is essential for those exposed to fumes or smoke. Be immediately relieved from duty
and check for possible poisoning if exposed to fumes or smoke without adequate protection. Wash
thoroughly and immediately with large volumes of soap and water if contacted by pesticides. Any person
heavily exposed to pesticides should be examined by a physician immediately without waiting for
symptoms to occur. Avoid smoking, drinking, or eating while fire fighting so as not to ingest toxic
substances. Monitor any water run-off, dike surrounding area.
SECTION 5 鈥? HEALTH INFORMATION
PRIMARY ROUTES OF EXPOSURE AND TARGET ORGANS:
Skin contact, inhalation, eye contact, ingestion
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE:
(1) ACUTE OVEREXPOSURE: Ingestion of large quantities may cause symptoms of non-specific
irritation of the gastrointestinal tract; nausea, vomiting, cramps, and diarrhea. Eye and skin contact
may result in local irritation. Inhalation of high concentrations may result in upper respiratory tract
irritation.
(2) CRONIC OVEREXPOSURE: Inhalation of dust may permanently damage the lungs and results in the
development of pneumoconiosis, silicosis, or other respiratory disorders.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Disorder of respiratory
system, dermatitis or other skin disorders.
CHEMICAL/COMPONENT LISTED AS CARCINOGEN OR POTENTIAL CARCINOGEN: None
NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
OTHER EXPOSURE LIMITS:
ACGIH TLV (nuisance dusts) = 10 mg/m3; OSHA (nuisance dusts) = 15 mg/m3
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INGESTION: Induce vomiting immediately by giving two glasses of water and sticking finger down
throat. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician. EYE CONTACT:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids apart to ensure flushing
of the entire eye and lids with water. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists. Oils and ointments
should not be used unless directed by a physician. SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash skin with soap
and plenty of water. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
SECTION 6 鈥? REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Decomposes upon heating.
INCOMPATIBILITY (Materials to Avoid): Strong oxidizers and alkalis
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:
Ammonia, phosphorous oxides, sulfur oxides, cyanuric acid, cyanic acid and carbon dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid heating or direct exposure to sunlight.
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SECTION 7 鈥? SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS LEAKED OR SPILLED:
Clean up of spills may require personal protective equipment. See Section 8. Sweep-up or vacuum the
material and transfer to the original container, or to a sealed, labeled container. Residue may be washed
away with water.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:
Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and local regulations.
SECTION 8 鈥? PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA approved for protection against toxic dusts containing
quartz.
VENTILATION: Local or general exhaust to maintain exposure below TLV/PEL
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: PVC or Neoprene
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or goggles (ANSI Z87.1 1979)
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT:
Apron, boots, long sleeve shirt and full-length pants (or coveralls) may be worn when necessary to prevent
skin contact. Eye wash and shower facilities should be available.
SECTION 9 鈥? SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING & STORAGE:
Corrosive to cast iron and aluminum. Store in a dry, cool ventilated area, out of reach of children and pets.
OTHER PRECAUTIONS: Not determined
The information contained within was obtained from authoritative sources and is believed to be
accurate for the manner in which the product is intended to be used. Other uses could result in
ramifications, which are not included within this document.
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