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Material Safety Data Sheet (M.S.D.S)
- OSHA 174 |
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Product Identity:
Nutrients Bundle |
Updated Date - 07/17/03 |
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Section I
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Manufacturers Name:
Oppenheimer Biotechnology, Inc.
P.O.Box 5919, Austin, Texas 78763
During regular business hours (512) 474-1016 or (512)
472-2909 (Fax)
Emergency after-hours (512) 266-2121
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Section II - HAZARDOUS
INGREDIENTS and IDENTITY INFORMATION
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Nutrients Bundle
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Monoammonium phosphate 11.5% Ammonium Nitrate 11.5%
Potassium Sulfate 75.0% Various Micronutrients 2.0%
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Section III -
PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS |
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Boiling Point - not applicable
Melting Point - not applicable
Vapor Pressure - not applicable
Solubility in Water - completely soluble
Specific Gravity
- not applicable
Appearance and Odor - white and gray |
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Section IV - FIRE
and EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA |
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Flash Point -
nonflammable
Flammable Limit-Level - non applicable
Extinguishing Media
- water
Special Fire Fighting Procedures - Firefighter's must wear self-contained
breathing apparatus. Heat can cause emission of highly toxic fumes. Heat can cause the
nitrate present to act as an oxidizing agent which can support combustion or cause
detonation of other products. Persons should be evacuated from down wind areas.
Unusual Fire & Explosion -
nitrates may decompose violently
when mixed with ammonium salts. |
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Section V - REACTIVITY
DATA
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Stability - yes
Conditions to avoid if unstable - Fire conditions and nitrates
Hazardous Polymerization -
will not occur
Conditions to avoid uncontrolled polymerization - not applicable
Incompatibility with other materials - corrosive to metals
Hazardous Decomposition of products - highly toxic fumes of POX and
oxides of nitrogen
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| Section VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA |
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Threshold
Limit Values -
Not applicable - non-toxic material
Effects of
Over Exposure -
Not under normal usage and conditions
Skin -
If irritation occurs, wash skin with
water and mild detergent. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before re-use.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Eyes -
If eye irritation occurs, flush with
flowing water for at least 30 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation
persists.
Inhalation - If
breathing difficulty occurs due to dust inhalation, remove to fresh air.
If discomfort continues, seek medical attention.
Ingestion -
If person is conscious, give large
amounts of water and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. Oral
ingestion of large amounts may cause nitrate poisoning resulting in
dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, blooding diarrhea, weakness,
convulsions, and collapse.
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Section VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
and USE
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Steps to
be taken to handle spill or releases - pickup or sweep material and store in plastic bags
away from combustibles.
Waste Disposal Procedures -
dispose of in an approved landfill
in accordance with state, federal and local regulations.
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Section VIII - CONTROL MEASURES
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Respiratory Protection - in areas of concentration - mask & eye
protection is recommended.
Ventilation - local exhaust - standard precaution
Protective Gloves - not applicable
Eye Protection - in areas of concentration or
enclosed areas
Work/Hygienic Practices - none
Other Protective Clothing/Equipment - none
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Section IX - Special Precautions |
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Route of Entry - inhalation |