Material Safety Data Sheet

Infosafe No. LPW4Q Issue Date : February 2007 ISSUED by SCOTTSAU
Product Name : PETERS PROFESSIONAL UNI-MIX PLUS III 10+2.2+8.3+TE


1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MATERIAL AND SUPPLIE Product Name PETERS PROFESSIONAL UNI-MIX PLUS III 10+2.2+8.3+TE
Product Code 91195
Company Name SCOTTS AUSTRALIA PTY LT Address 11 Columbia Way Baulkham Hills
NSW 2153 Australia
Emergency Tel. 1800 033 111
Telephone/Fax Tel:
(02) 8853 7300
Number
Fax:
(02) 8853 7310
Recommended Use Water soluble fertiliser.

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Hazard Classification Australia:
Not classified as Hazardous according to criteria of National Occupational
Health & Safety Commission (NOHSC), Australia.
Not classified as Dangerous Goods according to the Australian Code for the
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
New Zealand:
Not classified as Hazardous according to the New Zealand Hazardous Substances
(Minimum Degrees of Hazard) Regulations 2001.
Not classified as Dangerous Goods for transport, according to the New Zealand
Standard NZS 5433:1999 Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land.
Safety Phrase(s) S17 Keep away from combustible material.

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredients Name CAS Proportion
Calcium nitrate 13477-34-4 10-30 %
Potassium Nitrate 7757-79-1 10-30 %
Ureaform 9011-05-6 10-30 %
Calcium sulphate 7778-18-9 10-30 %
anhydrous
Potassium magnesium 17855-14-0 10-30 %
sulphate
Tricalcium phosphate 7758-87-4 7-13 %
Magnesium Sulphate 7487-88-9 0-10 %
Iron (II) sulphate 7782-63-0 0-10 %
Manganese (II) sulphate 7785-87-7 0.1-1 %
monohydrate
Copper sulphate 7758-98-7 0.1-1 %
Boric acid 10043-35-3 0.1-1 %
zinc sulfate 7733-02-0 0.1-1 %
Ammonium Molybdate 12054-85-2 0-<0.1 %

4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation If inhaled, remove from contaminated area. Apply artificial respiration if not
breathing. If symptoms develop seek medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Wash out mouth with water. If symptoms develop seek
medical attention.
Skin Wash affected area extremely thoroughly with soap and water. Remove
contaminated clothing and wash before reuse or discard. If symptoms develop
seek medical attention.
Eye If contact with the eye(s) occurs, wash with copious amounts of water holding
eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the
non-affected eye. If symptoms persist seek medical attention.
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Infosafe No. LPW4Q Issue Date : February 2007 ISSUED by SCOTTSAU
Product Name : PETERS PROFESSIONAL UNI-MIX PLUS III 10+2.2+8.3+TE


First Aid Facilities Eye wash and normal washroom facilities.
Advice to Doctor Treat symptomatically.

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Water spray, dry chemical, foam and carbon dioxide (CO2).
Extinguishing Media
Hazards from Under fire conditions this product may emit toxic and/or irritating fumes
including ammonia and toxic metal oxides.
Combustion Products
Special Protective Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Equipment for fire
fighters
Specific Methods Collect water used to fight fire.
Specific Hazards Contact with combustible material may cause fire.
Hazchem Code None Allocated

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Emergency Remove ignition sources. Evacuate all unnecessary personnel. Remove sources of
heat, impact and friction. Wear protective clothing and minimise inhalation,
Procedures
skin and eye contact. Shovel/sweep up avoiding any dust generation into an
antistatic bag or conductive container. If this material enters the waterways
contact the Environmental Protection Authority, or your local Waste Management
Authority.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for Safe Avoid generating dust. Use smallest possible amounts in designated areas with
adequate ventilation. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks,
Handling
etc.) readily available. Label containers. Keep containers closed when not in
use and handle containers with care. Do Not smoke. Avoid impact and friction.
Wear appropriate protective equipment to prevent inhalation, skin and eye
contact. Ensure a high level of personal hygiene is maintained when using this
product. That is; always wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or using
the toilet.
Conditions for Safe Store in a well ventilated area away from heat and sources of ignition. Store
away from food, drink, feedstuffs and incompatible materials. Store in
Storage
suitable, labelled containers. Keep containers closed when not in use. Avoid
any dust build-up by frequent cleaning and suitable construction of storage
area. Keep storage separated from work areas. Inspect periodically for
deficiencies such as damage or leaks. Avoid impact and friction.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
National Exposure No exposure standards have been established for this material by the
Australian National Occupational Health & Safety Commission (NOHSC) or the
Standards
Occupational Safety and Health Service (OSH) of the New Zealand Department of
Labour. However, the exposure standard for dust not otherwise specified is 10
mg/m3 (for inspirable dust) and 3 mg/m3 (for respirable dust). The limit
applies to both Australia and New Zealand.
Biological Limit No biological limit allocated.
Values
Engineering Controls Use with good general ventilation. If dusts are produced local exhaust
ventilation should be used.
Respiratory Where sufficient ventilation is not available, avoid breathing dust by wearing
an AS 1716 approved P1 or P2 particulate filter respirator. Final choice of
Protection
appropriate breathing protection is dependant upon actual airborne
concentrations and the type of breathing protection required will vary
according to individual circumstances. Expert advice may be required to make
this decision. Reference should be made to Australian Standards AS/NZS 1715,
Selection, Use and maintenance of Respiratory Protective Devices; and AS/NZS
1716, Respiratory Protective Devices.
Eye Protection Safety glasses with side shields, goggles or full-face shield as appropriate
recommended. Final choice of appropriate eye/face protection will vary
according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of handling or engineering
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Infosafe No. LPW4Q Issue Date : February 2007 ISSUED by SCOTTSAU
Product Name : PETERS PROFESSIONAL UNI-MIX PLUS III 10+2.2+8.3+TE

controls and according to risk assessments undertaken. Eye protection should
conform with Australian/New Zealand Standard AS/NZS 1337 - Eye Protectors for
Industrial Applications.
Hand Protection Wear gloves of impervious material such as PVC. Final choice of appropriate
gloves will vary according to individual circumstances i.e. methods of
handling or according to risk assessments undertaken. Reference should be made
to AS/NZS 2161.1: Occupational protective gloves - Selection, use and
maintenance.
Body Protection Suitable protective clothing should be worn e.g. cotton overalls buttoned at
neck and wrist.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance Solid, powder.
Odour Not available.
Melting Point Not available.
Boiling Point Not applicable.
Solubility in Water Highly soluble (80%)
Specific Gravity Not available.
pH Value Not applicable.
Vapour Pressure Not available
Vapour Density Not available
(Air=1)
Flash Point Not available.
Flammable Limits - Not available
Lower
Flammable Limits - Not available
Upper
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Avoid combustibles, shock, static charge, friction, fire or other sources of
ignition.
Incompatible Combustible materials such as fuel, organic materials, strong alkalies, strong
acids, oxidisers and reducing agents. Active metals such as aluminium,
Materials
magnesium, chlorine compounds.
Hazardous Decomposition can result in the release of toxic and/or irritating fumes such
as toxic metal oxides.
Decomposition
Products
Hazardous Will not occur.
Polymerization
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicology Acute toxicity data available for this product.
Information
Inhalation Inhalation of dusts may irritate the respiratory system.
Ingestion Ingestion of this product may irritate the gastric tract causing nausea and
vomiting.
Skin May cause redness, itching and irritation.
Eye May cause eye irritation, tearing, stinging, blurred vision, and redness.
Chronic Effects Not available.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity May be toxic to aquatic organisms.
Persistence / Degrades slowly.
Degradability
Mobility Water contaminating.
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Infosafe No. LPW4Q Issue Date : February 2007 ISSUED by SCOTTSAU
Product Name : PETERS PROFESSIONAL UNI-MIX PLUS III 10+2.2+8.3+TE


Information on Contains Molybdenum (Mo). The application of materials containing Molybdenum
(Mo) may result in
Ecological Effects
forage crops containing levels of Molybdenum (Mo) which are toxic to ruminant
animals. Do not
contaminate water sources when disposing of equipment washwaters.
Environ. Protection Do not allow product to enter drains, waterways or sewers.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal Dispose of waste according to federal, EPA and state regulations.
Considerations
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Transport Australia:
Not classified as Dangerous Goods, according to the Australian Code for the
Information
Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail.
New Zealand:
Not classified as Dangerous Goods for transport according to the NZS 5433:1999
Transport of Dangerous Goods on Land.
U.N. Number None Allocated
DG Class None Allocated
Hazchem Code None Allocated
Packing Group None Allocated

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Regulatory Australia:
Not classified as hazardous according to criteria of National Occupational
Information
Health & Safety Commission (NOHSC).
Poisons Schedule Not Scheduled
National and or New Zealand:
Not classified as Hazardous according to the Hazardous Substances
International
(Classification) Regulations 2001.
Regulatory
Information
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Date of preparation MSDS Created: February 2007
or last revision of
MSDS
Contact Person/Point New Zealand:
180c Great South Rd
Takanini, Auckland
Phone: (09) 299 6558
Fax: (09) 296 0186
Emergency Tel: 0800 734 607
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