THE ANDERSONS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
MSDS ID NO: L137 DATE PREPARED: 02/16/06
SECTION I: PRODUCT IDENTITY
PRODUCT NAME: The Andersons Liquid Fertilizer 12-0-12 35% SRN & 3% Proactin
MFR INFO: The Andersons
2345 S 400 E
Logansport, Indiana 46947
FOR EMERGENCY: (800) 757-8951
FOR INFORMATION: (419) 891-2957
(574) 753-4974
CURRENT AS OF: 2/16/06
SECTION II: HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS / IDENTITY INFORMATION
HAZARDOUS OSHA ACGIH
COMPONENT PEL TLV
Urea
(CAS # 57-13-6)
Potassium carbonate
(CAS # 584-08-7)
Methylene urea solution
(CAS # Not listed)
Proactin amino acid mix
(CAS # Not listed)
SECTION III: PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING POINT: NA pH: 10.4 鈥? 11.4 EVAPORATION RATE: NA
VAPOR DENSITY: NA VAPOR PRESSURE: NA MELTING POINT: NA
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.23 鈥? 1.25 BULK DENSITY: 10.4 lbs/gal
SOLUBILITY (IN WATER): Soluble
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Light red / brown liquid with slight organic odor
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L137 LIQUID FERTILIZER 12-0-12
SECTION IV: FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
FLASH POINT: Not flammable FLAMMABLE LIMITS: NA
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use media suitable for surrounding fire
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES:
Wear full protective clothing and positive-pressure self-contained breathing
apparatus
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS:
Decomposition products may be toxic
SECTION V: REACTIVITY DATA
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CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Excessive heat (greater than 125 F)
INCOMPATIBILITY: Oxidizers, alkalis, hypochlorites, aldehydes, acids, copper
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: NOx, COx, NH3, cyanuric acid
Product is stable and hazardous polymerization will not occur.
SECTION VI: PERSONAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH approved mist respirator recommended, as needed
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses with side shields, goggles, or faceshield
recommended
SKIN PROTECTION: Long sleeves, chemical-resistant (rubber) gloves recommended
VENTILATION: Local exhaust ventilation recommended
SECTION VII: HEALTH HAZARD DATA
HEALTH HAZARDS: May cause temporary and reversible eye irritation. May also cause irritation of the
skin, respiratory tract, mucous membranes, and gastrointestinal tract. Ingestion may result in
vomiting, diarrhea, drowsiness, slowed reflexes, slurred speech, and other symptoms consistent
with mild CNS depression.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE: Pre-existing respiratory, skin, or eye conditions
FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
IF SWALLOWED: If victim is alert and not convulsing, give one glass of water to dilute material, but
DO NOT induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.
IF INHALED: Move victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
IF IN THE EYES: Immediately flush with water for at least 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if
irritation persists.
IF ON SKIN: Shower / wash affected areas with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation
persists. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use.
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L137 LIQUID FERTILIZER 12-0-12
CARCINOGENICITY: None of the ingredients are known / listed carcinogens.
SECTION VIII: PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
SPILL / RELEASE PROCEDURES: Collect spilled product and store to re-use. Contaminated product
and/or environmental media should be recovered and disposed of properly.
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Read product label before disposing of product and container. Dispose of
in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulations. Reuse recovered product where
possible.
HANDLING / STORING PRECAUTIONS: Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Avoid contact with
eyes and skin.
PREPARED BY: SS
The information and data contained herein is based upon facts considered to be correct as of the date hereof. Information is supplied
upon the condition that the persons receiving same will make their own determination as to its suitability for their purposes prior to use.
In no event will The Andersons be responsible for damages of any nature whatsoever resulting from the use or reliance upon this
information. No representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose or of any
other nature are made hereunder with respect to information or the product to which this information refers.
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