Material Safety Data Sheet U.S. Department of Labor
May be used to comply with OSHA鈥檚 Hazard Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910 1200. Standard (Non-Mandatory Form)
must be consulted for specific requirements. Form Approved
OMB No. 1218-0072
IDENTITY (as Used on Label and List)
UPTAKE 25
Section I
Manufacturer鈥檚 name Emergency Telephone Number
Agra Chem Sales Co., Inc. 1-863-45366450
Address (Number, Street, City, State and ZIP Code) Chemical Name and Synonyms
Highway 17-A South Humic Acids ; Humic Substances ; Liquid Humate Solution
Trade Name and Synonyms
Avon Park, Florida, 33825 U.S.A.
Uptake 25 ; Liquid Humate
Chemical Family
Potassium Humate Extract
Section II鈥擧azardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Hazardous Mixtures of Other Liquids, Solids or Gases
%
Potassium Hydroxide :
2
Expressed as K O 10%
Section III鈥擯hysical/Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point 99掳C minimum at 16掳C 1.2059
Specific Gravity (H20 = 1)
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Percent Volatile by volume (%) at 105掳C
n/a n/d
Vapor Density (AIR = 1) Evaporation Rate (Water = 1)
n/a Slightly less than
Water
99%
Solubility in Water
Black liquid
Appearance
Section IV鈥擣ire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point Flammable Limits LEL UEL
will not flash below 100掳C
n/a n/a
Extinguishing Media
Chemical, CO2, foam or water may be used.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures
Wear Clothing and equipment to avoid body contact.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards
None.
(Reproduce locally) OSHA 174 Sept. 1985
Section V鈥擱eactivity Data
Stability Unstable Conditions to Avoid
Stable XXX Avoid strong acids, strong bases under normal
conditions of 0掳C 鈥? 54掳C
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid)
strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts
none
May Occur Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous
Polymerization
Will Not Occur XXX Material will solidify at exposure to air and extreme
cold.
Section VI鈥擧ealth Hazard Data
Threshold Limit Value
N/A (liquid)
Skin contact with this product may cause slight burn to human tissue. Mist may cvause
Effects of Overexposure
slight injury to entire respiratory tract. Eyes may cause slight to serious injury.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation: remove from exposure, get immediate medical help. Skin: Remove
contaminated clothing and thoroughly flush with water affected areas. Eyes: Flush for at least 15 minutes with tempered
water. Ingestion : Drink plenty of water or fruit juice. Do not induce vomiting. Get prompt medical help.
Section VII鈥擯recautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled
Protective clothing must be worn by clean-up crew. Contain spillage
or leakage in suitable container or contain in a holding area. Do not allow drainage to sewers, streams or storm conduits.
Neutralize with weak acids. Recover with vacuum equipment such as septic tank truck.
Waste Disposal Method
Dispose of spillage waste in accordance with federal, state and
local regulations. Neutralized waste is composed of salt and water, humus matter.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Contain in a diked area that has sufficient capacity to hold the
contents of the tank. This area should be free of potential contact with strong acids.
Other Precautions
Precautions for repair maintenance of contaminated equipment:
wash thoroughly with water. Spillage can be slippery.
Section VII鈥擟ontrol Measures
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
None is usually required.
Ventilation Local Exhaust Special
Provide normal ventilation.
Mechanical (General) Other
Rubber or plastic 鈥? impervious and /or Eye Protection
Protective Gloves Chemical splash goggles. May be used in
conjunction with a full face shield.
water pump.
Safety eye wash / shower stations must be available in the work area.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
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