Balance Mn - MSDS.pdf - Agrichem

Material Safety Data Sheet1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATIONProduct Name:Balance MnSynonyms: -Product Type:Liquid fertiliserCompany Name:Agrichem2 Hovey Road (PO Box 4037)Yatala QLD 4207 AustraliaDate of Issue: 12 September 20132. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONWarning Statements (Risk and Safety Phrases):R20/21/22 = Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowedR36 = Irritating to eyes(S1/2) = Keep locked up and out of the reach of childrenS23 = Do not breathe vapor/sprayS24/25 = Avoid any inhalation, contact with skin and eyes. Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves3. INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTSThis is a proprietary fertiliser formulation and all ingredients as formulated are determined not to behazardous according to the criteria of WorkSafe Australia.Component CAS No Level ConcentrationManganese sulfate 7785-87-7 major < 50%4. FIRST AID MEASURESIf in Eyes: Rinse with plenty of water for 15 min. See a Doctor.If on Skin: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for 15 to 20 min. Seekmedical advice if irritation persists.If Inhaled: Nil.If Swallowed: Seek medical advice. Induce vomiting unless not told to do so by the doctor. Drink plenty ofwater/milk if possible.Africa Asia Australia Europe Latin America Middle East North America1

Material Safety Data Sheet5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESThis is not a flammable material.Flash Point:Auto-ignition Temperature:Flammability Limits:Not availableNot availableNot availableSpecial Fire Fighting Procedures: Fire-fighters should wear approved self-contained breathing apparatus andfull fire-fighting turn out gear. Dike area to prevent runoff and contamination of water sources. Suitable formost extinguishing media.Hazardous Decomposition Materials (Under Fire Conditions): This is not a flammable product. Some gasessuch as manganese oxide may be released. In smoke or fumes wear self contained breathing apparatus.Advise fire brigade of any hazards.6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESPersonal Precautions: Wear appropriate protective gear for the situation. See Personal Protection informationin Section 8.Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering public sewer systems or any waterways. Do notflush to drain. Large spills to soil or similar surfaces may necessitate removal of topsoil. The affected areashould be removed and placed in an appropriate container for disposal.Methods for Containment: Dike spill using absorbent or impervious materials such as earth, sand or clay.Collect and contain contaminated absorbent and dike material for disposal.Methods for Cleanup and Disposal: Pump any free liquid into an appropriate closed container. Collectwashings for disposal. Decontaminate tools and equipment following cleanup. See Section 13.Other Information: Large spills may be reportable to the state and/or local regulatory agencies.7. HANDLING AND STORAGEHandling: Avoid breathing vapor or spray mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin or clothing. Users should washhands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet. Remove clothing immediatelyif product gets inside. Then wash thoroughly and put on clean clothing. Remove Personal ProtectiveAfrica Asia Australia Europe Latin America Middle East North America2

Material Safety Data SheetEquipment (PPE) immediately after handling this product. Wash the outside of gloves before removing. Assoon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing.Storage: This product should be stored in its original container in a cool, dry place out of reach of childrenand out of direct sunlight. Store away from combustible materials, herbicides and fungicides. Do not use orstore near open flame. Do not contaminate water, food or feed by storage or disposal.8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTIONPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE):Eye/Face Protection: To avoid contact with eyes, ear chemical goggles or shielded safety glasses. Anemergency eyewash or water supply should be readily accessible to the work area.Skin Protection: To avoid contact with skin, wear long pants, long-sleeved shirt, socks, shoes and chemicalresistantgloves. An emergency shower or water supply should be readily accessible to the work area.Respiratory Protection: Not applicable.9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESAppearance:Pink liquidBoiling Point: > 100°CSolubility in Water:SolubleSpecific Gravity: 1.40 – 1.42pH: 1.0 – 2.0Evaporation Rate:Not availableVapor Density:Not availableVapor Pressure:Not availableNote: Physical data are typical values but may vary from sample to sample. A typical value should not beconstrued as a guaranteed analysis or as a specification.10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITYChemical Stability: This material is stable under normal handling and storage conditions.Avoid contact with:1. Strong bases2. Strong oxidising agents – may decompose3. Metals – is corrosive to mostAfrica Asia Australia Europe Latin America Middle East North America3

Material Safety Data Sheet11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONToxicological Data: Data from laboratory studies on this product are summarized below:Oral:Dermal:Inhalation:Eye Irritation:Skin Irritation:Skin Sensitization:Not availableNot availableNot availableIrritationMay cause skin irritationNot available12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONEcotoxicity: Not availableSoil Absorption / Mobility: Not available13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSWaste Disposal Method: For any spillage wash with plenty of water or absorb with earth or other inert materialand dispose as per local regulations.14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATIONThis product is not considered as a dangerous good and is not subject to the provisions of ADR (road), RID(railway), IMDG (sea) and IATA (airplane).15. REGULATORY INFORMATIONOn the data available this is not a dangerous product. The usual precautions should be observed when usingfertiliser products.16. OTHER INFORMATIONThe information contained in this MSDS is by way of general comment only. Because conditions of use,suitability of product and application conditions are beyond the control of Agrichem, this MSDS does not offerany advice in respect to any product. The authors and Agrichem Manufacturing Industries Pty Ltd herebydisclaim any liability to any person, property, or thing in respect of any consequence of anything done oromitted to be done by any person in reliance, whether wholly or in part, upon whole or part of the contentsof this MSDS.Africa Asia Australia Europe Latin America Middle East North America4