Basacote lr 12m

SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC Basacote LR 12M (15+8+13S+2+TE)

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product information

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Chemical nature
NPK - fertilizer containing: Ammonium Nitrate, ammonium salts, phosphates, salts of calcium,
potassium and possibly magnesium and trace elements.
Hazardous components
For the full text of the R phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Risk advice to man and the environment
No particular dangers occur if the regulation/notes for storage and handling are observed.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
: Keep patient calm, remove to fresh air, seek medical attention. If danger of loss of consciousness, place patient in recovery position and transport accordingly. Apply artificial respiration if necessary. Immediately inhale corticosteroid dose aerosol (e.g. dexamethasone). SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC Basacote LR 12M (15+8+13S+2+TE)
: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes : Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek
Notes to physician
: On inhalation of decomposition products: Risk of pulmonary oedema. Symptoms can appear later. Danger of methaemoglobin formation. : Treat according to symptoms (decontamination, vital functions), treat with toluonium chloride to reverse methaemoglobinanaemia.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
: At temperatures above 130 °C, dangerous decomposi tion gases can be emitted: Nitrogen monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, dinitrogen oxide, ammonia, chloride, hydrogen chloride. : Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. : Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
: Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Retain and dispose of contaminated wash water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
: The product is incombustible. It can lower the ignition SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC Basacote LR 12M (15+8+13S+2+TE)
Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Keep away from combustible material. Avoid influence of heat. Risk of explosion if heated under confinement. The product is capable of self-sustaining progressive thermal decomposition. : When stored loose do not mix with other fertilizers. Protect against heat. Protect against contamination. Protect against humidity (product is hygroscopic and tends to cake or disintegrate)
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Personal protective equipment
: If breathable dust is formed: Dust mask. : At the end of the shift the skin should be cleaned and skin-care
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance

Safety data
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC Basacote LR 12M (15+8+13S+2+TE)

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
: Sulphur, chlorites, chloride, chlorates, Hypochlorites, acid or alkaline reacting substances, flammable oxidizable substances, nitrites, metallic salts, metallic powder, herbicide, chlorinated hydrocarbons, organic compounds. : Nitrogen monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, dinitrogen oxide, The product is capable of self-sustaining progressive thermal decomposition. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. : Evolution of ammonia under influence of alkalies.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Result: non-irritant Method: OECD Test Guideline 404 Result: non-irritant Method: OECD Test Guideline 405 : The product was not tested. The statement was derived from products of similar structure and composition.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity effects
Species: Cyprinus sp. Dose: 422 mg/l Exposure time: 48 h Species: Daphnia Dose: 555 mg/l Exposure time: 48 h : other No observed effect concentration SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC Basacote LR 12M (15+8+13S+2+TE)
Species: green algae Dose: 83 mg/l Exposure time: 168 h Species: activated sludge Dose: approx. 850 mg/l Exposure time: 0,5 h Remarks: Inhibition of degradation activity in activated sludge is not to be anticipated during correct introduction of low concentrations. : There is a high probability that the product is acute not harmful to aquatic organisms. Additional ecological information The product has not been tested. The information is derived from the properties of the individual components. information on: Ammonium Nitrate
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
: Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible; then it can be passed on for recycling after being thoroughly cleaned. : 02 01 09: Wastes of chemicals for the agriculture excepted of
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
No dangerous product according to the rules for road transport No dangerous product according to the rules of rail transport Inland waterway transport
SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 2001/58/EC Basacote LR 12M (15+8+13S+2+TE)
Sea transport
Air transport

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Labelling according to EC Directives
The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with EC Directives.
National legislation
: German "Hazardous Substances" legislation ( Gefahrstoffverordnung) appendix III, No. 6 (Ammonium Nitrate group B)
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.

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