Material Safety Data Sheet
Last Updated: July 31, 2006
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Identity:
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Section I -- Manufacturer
Emergency Phone #:
Plant Health Care, Inc. 800-421-9051
Phone # for Information: 412-826-5488
440 William Pitt Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
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Section II -- Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Components % OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Natural fungal spores and dry plant tissue 6.5% 15 mg/m3--nuisance dust-- 10 mg/m3
(much less for allergic individuals.)
Common soil bacteria beneficial for horticulture -- --
Nuisance Dusts
Respirable (TWA) 5 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Total (TWA) 15 mg/m3 10 mg/m3
Phytoestrogenic compounds (Part B) 0.44% --- ---
HMIS: Health: 1 Flammability:1 Reactivity: 0 Protection: F
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Section III -- Physical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point: Specific Gravity:
NA NA
Vapor Pressure: Melting Point:
NA NA
Vapor Density: Evaporation Rate: NA
NA
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Appearance and Odor: Dark grey brown powder with food-like odor.
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Section IV -- Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point: No Data Flammable Limits; LEL: No Data; UEL: No Data
Extinguishing Media: Water, foam, mist. Avoid stirring up dust.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
Wear respiratory protection to avoid breathing dust and smoke. Avoid stirring up
flammable dust.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards:
Take precautions against explosion hazard due to excessive buildup of explosive airborne
concentrations of burnable spore dust and plant powder.
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Section V -- Reactivity Data
Stability: Chemically stable Conditions to Avoid: Avoid explosive dust concentrations.
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid): Disinfectants and solvents will kill the active biological
ingredients.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: None Known
Hazardous Polymerization: Will Not Occur
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Section VI -- Health Hazard Data
Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation--yes Skin--Yes Ingestion--Yes Eyes--yes
Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic):
Acute: Red and irritated eyes upon contact. Possible eye infection. Excessive inhalation of dust
may result in mild symptoms of hay fever or respiratory irritation. Persons with acute allergies
to molds or fungus spores could become asthmatic, with wheezing and breathing difficulties
(rare). Allergies could develop over time in some individuals. Skin irritation may occur with
prolonged skin contact. Repeated or prolonged skin contact could result in allergic skin rash.
Contact with open wounds or broken skin could result in irritation or infection.
Chronic: Persons with mold allergies could experience hayfever with sneezing and nasal
congestion. Allergies could develop over time, with repeated excessive exposure, theoretically.
Repeated and prolonged breathing of excessive dust concentrations could lead to pulmonary
diseases. Mild to moderate skin irritation may occur in sensitive individuals with prolonged skin
contact.
This product contains a small amount (1% by weight) of an insoluble isoflavanoid compound
(formononetin) classed as a phytoestrogen, which can mimic the effects of the hormone estrogen
in mammals. Avoid prolonged skin contact to preclude the possibility of skin absorption of the
hormonal compound.
Carcinogenicity: No.
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: Excessive concentrations of dusts in air could make
breathing difficult. Sneezing, stuffed or runny nose, hayfever symptoms could occur in allergic
individuals. Persons with acute allergies could become asthmatic, with wheezing and breathing
difficulties (rare). Skin or respiratory allergies could develop over time. Individuals with
pulmonary and respiratory disease including, but not limited to, asthma and bronchitis, should be
precluded from exposure to dust.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Hayfever, mold allergies,
pulmonary afflictions, immune deficiencies. Persons with seriously weakened or compromised
immune systems, such as persons with AIDS, those taking anti-rejection drugs, or persons
receiving chemotherapy should consult their physician before handling bacterial products.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures:
If hayfever symptoms develop, remove individual from exposure. If wheezing or breathing
difficulties develop, remove the individual to fresh air. Give oxygen if available. Call a
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physician. If breathing ceases, give artificial respiration, call a physician, get to a hospital. If
material is ingested, drink water, induce vomiting, call a physician. If product contacts open
wounds or broken skin, wash with water, and apply an over-the-counter topical antiseptic.
If infection develops, see a physician.
Other Health Related Data: This product contains a small amount (0.22% by weight) of an
insoluble isoflavanoid compound classed as a phytoestrogen, which can mimic the effects of the
hormone estrogen in mammals. (The isoflavonoid is reportedly 10,000 to 15,000 times less
potent hormonally than estradiol.) This compound occurs naturally in numerous foods including
soy beans, fruits and grains. Still, avoid prolonged skin contact or inhalation to preclude the
possibility of absorption of the hormonal compound.
Section VII -- Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Sweep up spilled material and use
as directed. Avoid stirring up dust. Avoid breathing dust. Handle under conditions of adequate
ventilation. Wear an approved respirator or dust mask where dusty conditions occur. If spilled in
residential living quarters or dining area, clean area with water containing a disinfectant.
Residue will not harm drains or sewers. Beware of slippery floors when material becomes wet,
or if spillage occurs in wet areas. Wear nonporous gloves when handling. Wash hands after
handling.
Waste Disposal Method: Excess spilled material may be collected and used as directed.
There are no ingredients which are hazardous to the natural environment.
Other Precautions: Use good hygiene practices. Wash hands after handling. If spilled on
clothes, wash separately from regular clothes. If applied as an aqueous spray, avoid breathing
mist.
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Section VII -- Control Measures
Respiratory Protection: Under normal use, the material is added to water, after which there is
no longer a dust inhalation problem. However, dust may be problem during production. Use a
dust mask if needed. If dust is a significant problem, use respirator for fine particulates <10 碌m
diameter: HEPA Filter Cartridge Type H. If applied as an aqueous spray, avoid breathing mist.
Ventilation: Use adequate ventilation to keep dust levels below allowable limits. Hood or
other mechanical exhaust is recommended if handling indoors.
Protective Gloves: Wear nonporous gloves.
Eye Protection: Wear protective goggles if eye contact is possible..
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Apron recommended.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Avoid stirring up dust. Wash hands after handling. If spilled on
clothes, wash separately from regular clothes. If dissolved product is applied by spray, avoid
breathing mist. See Medical Conditions section and First Aid section on page 2.
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