MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
RED LABEL 9% ZINC Page 1 of 4 Issue Date: 8/01
SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Chemical Product
RED LABEL 9% ZINC
Common Name: Micronutrient fertilizer.
Chemical Description: Zinc chelate solution derived from ethylenediaminetetraacetate (EDTA).
TSCA/CAS No.: This product is a mixture 鈥? there is no specific CAS number.
Manufactured By
ClawEl Division of Brandt Consolidated
Pleasant Plains, IL 62677
(217) 626-1031
Emergency Phone Numbers
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 liquid with no odor. May cause eye or skin irritation. May be harmful if ingested. Carbon monoxide and nitrate
fumes may form from burning. Not D.O.T. regulated.
HEALTH: 1 REACTIVITY: 0 FLAMMABILITY: 0 ENVIRONMENT: 0
(0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme)
SECTION 4. FIRST AID
Eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation
persists.
Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical
attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: If conscious and alert, administer water or milk to dilute, then induce vomiting. Call Poison Control
Center or physician immediately. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth
and get medical attention.
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SECTION 5. FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
Flash Point: Does not flash.
Test Method: Not available.
LEL Flammable Limits: Not available.
UEL Flammable Limits: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flammability Classification: Nonflammable.
Known Hazardous Products of Combustion: Not known.
Properties that Initiate/Contribute to Intensity of Fire: Not known.
Potential For Dust Explosion: None.
Reactions that Release Flammable Gases or Vapors: Not known.
Potential For Release of Flammable Vapors: Not known.
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: None.
Extinguishing Media: Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or water fog.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Wear positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus
and full protective clothing. Avoid smoke inhalation.
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 original container only in a cool, well-ventilated, dry place at temperatures
between 40 and 95o F. 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. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing spray mists or
vapors. Avoid contamination of feed or foodstuffs. After using this product remove
clothing and launder separately before reuse, and promptly and thoroughly wash hands
and exposed skin with soap and water.
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: Clear liquid.
Odor: None.
pH: Not determined.
Vapor Pressure: None.
Vapor Density (Air=1): Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing Point: 20?F.
Water Solubility: Miscible.
Density: 11.0 lbs./gal
Evaporation Rate: Not determined.
Viscosity: Not available.
% Volatile: Not available.
Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient: Not available.
Saturated Vapor Concentration: Not available.
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable.
Conditions To Avoid: Not available.
Incompatibility: Not available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Burning may result in formation of carbon monoxide and nitrate fumes.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11. POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Acute Effects:
Eyes: May cause temporary eye irritation.
Skin: May cause slight irritation, especially from prolonged exposure. May cause redness.
Ingestion: May cause stomach cramps and/or nausea.
Inhalation: None expected but inhalation may cause mild irritation of nasal mucous membranes.
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 in accordance with state and local waste disposal 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.
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 INFORMAT ION
CERCLA: None.
SARA TITLE III, Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: Zinc compounds (9.0%).
SECTION 16. OTHER
This information was developed from information on the constituent materials. No warranty is expressed or implied
regarding the completeness or continuing accuracy of the information contained herein, and Brandt Consolidated
disclaims all liability for reliance thereon. The user should satisfy himself that he has all current data relevant to his
particular use.
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