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Material Safety Data Sheet
Effective Date: 04-OCT-2005
Product: CORON 12-0-12 (CODE 50) (T&O)
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I. IDENTIFICATION
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Chemical Name: Liquid Controlled Release Fertilizer
Chemical Family: Inorganic Fertilizer
Formula: Not applicable, formulated mixture.
Synonyms: None
CAS Number: Not applicable, formulated mixture.
EPA Number: None required
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II. PHYSICAL DATA
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Boiling Point: 102 Degrees C.
Freezing Point: 35 Degrees F.
Spec Gravity: 1.275-1.295 gms/cc
Vapor Pressure: 50 mm/Hg @ 21 Deg. C.
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Solubility: 100%
Volatiles: 40% @ 105 Deg. C.
Evaporation: 0.03
Melting Point: Not applicable
Appearance: Clear, green liquid with ammonia odor.
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III. INGREDIENTS
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Material CAS Number Percent TLV Hazard
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Proprietary blend of plant 100.00 5 mg/m3 Skin & eye
nutrients derived from urea, irritant.
methylene diurea, potassium
carbonate and methylene ureas.
TYPICAL COMPOSITION:
Total Nitrogen (N): 12.00%
Soluble Potash (K2O): 12.00%
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IV. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
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Flash Point: Non-combustible
Autoignition Temp: Not applicable
Flammable Limit: Not applicable
Extinguishing Media: Non-combustible product. Use extinguishing media
suitable for underlying cause of fire.
Special Fire Fight Proc: Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus and full protective clothing. Use
water spray to keep fire-exposed containers
cool.
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Fire and Expl Hazard: Product generates toxic and irritating fumes
under fire conditions.
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V. HEALTH HAZARD
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Carcinogen Information: None currently known.
ACUTE EFFECTS OF OVER EXPOSURE
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Swallowing: Product not tested for acute oral toxicity.
However, the individual components comprising
the product are not considered acutely toxic.
Skin Absorption: Product not tested for acute dermal toxicity.
Inhalation: In the unlikely event that mist is formed, it
may irritate the respiratory tract.
Skin contact: Prolonged or repeated skin contact with liquid
may irritate slightly.
Eye Contact: Eye contact with liquid may irritate slightly.
If mist is formed, it may also irritate eyes
slightly.
Chronic Effects: None currently known.
Other Hazard: None currently known.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
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Swallowing: Drink large volumes of water and induce
vomiting by touching back of throat with
finger. Call a physician or poison control
center.
Skin: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. If
irritation develops, get medical attention.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Obtain medical attention if
irritation develops.
Eyes: Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes,
holding eyelids open. If irritation develops,
get medical attention.
Notes to Physician: There is no specific antidote for this
material. Treatment of overexposure should be
directed toward control of the symptoms and
the clinical condition of the patient.
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VI. REACTIVITY
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Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid high temperatures above 105 Degrees F. for
prolonged periods.
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Polymerization: Will Not Occur
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid temperatures above 125 Degrees F. or
greater acid contamination.
Incompatibility material: Avoid mixing or intimate contact with strongly
acidic materials.
Hazardous Combustion: Product may release ammonia and carbon dioxide
under fire conditions.
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VII. SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
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Spill or Leak Proc: Contain spill. If uncontaminated, recover and
reuse product. If contaminated, absorb on sand
or clay and place in a recovery drum for proper
disposal.
Waste Disposal Method: This material must be disposed of according to
Federal, State or Local procedures under the
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
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VIII. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
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Respiration: NIOSH cartridge-type respirator approved from
ammonia gas if mist or spray is present.
Ventilation: Local exhaust sufficient.
Gloves: Impervious.
Eyes: Splashproof goggles.
Other: Emergency shower, eyewash station, impervious
apron and footwear.
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IX. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
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Special precaution: Keep out of reach of children. Do not store
with food, feed or other material to be used or
consumed by humans or animals. Do not
contaminate water supplies, lakes, streams or
ponds. Use within 6 months of purchase. Store
unblended in closed containers at temperature
between 40 and 90 Degrees F. Avoid containers,
piping or fitting made of copper-containing
alloys or galvanized metals.
Other precaution: Product may promote eutrophication in waterways
if large spills occur.
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X. SHIPPING INFORMATION
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Shipping name: Not regulated by DOT, IATA or IMDG.
Hazard Class: None
Identification No: None
Labels Required: None required
Placarding: None
Freight Class: Compound, Fertilizer (Manufactured Fertilizer),
Liquid, NOIBN
Chemical Name Equivalent R.Q.
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Not applicable Not applicable
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XI. GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
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National Fire Protection Association Rating:
(Rating level: 4-Extreme, 3-High, 2-Moderate, 1-Slight, 0-Minimum
Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0
S.A.R.A. Title III Hazard Classification: (Yes/No)
Immediate (Acute) Health: Y Delayed (Chronic) Health: N
Sudden Release of pressure: N Fire: N
Reactive: N
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This data is not to be taken as a warranty or representation of legal
responsibility. It is offered solely for your consideration, investigation
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