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SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 1907/2006/EC 1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING No particular dangers occur if the regulation/notes for storage and handling are observed. 2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 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. : 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 1907/2006/EC : Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes : Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek : 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. : At temperatures above 130 °C, dangerous decomposition gases can be emitted: Nitrogen monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, dinitrogenoxide, ammonia : Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. : Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. : Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Retain and dispose of contaminated wash water. SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 1907/2006/EC : After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. : The product is incombustible. It can lower the ignition temperature of combustible substances. 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 : If breathable dust is formed: Dust mask. : At the end of the shift the skin should be cleaned and skin-care SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 1907/2006/EC : 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, dinitrogenoxide, The product is capable of self-sustaining progressive thermal decomposition. To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. : Evolution of ammonia under influence of alkalies. 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. Species: Cyprinus sp. Dose: 422 mg/l Exposure time: 48 h SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 1907/2006/EC : other No observed effect concentration Species: green algae Dose: 83 mg/l Exposure time: 168 h Method: no data available Species: activated sludge Dose: approx. 850 mg/l Exposure time: 0,5 h Method: no data available 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. At higher pH values, which can be found in natural surface waters, an increase of toxic effects on aquatic organsims may be expected. : 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 SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 1907/2006/EC No dangerous product according to the rules for road transport No dangerous product according to the rules of rail transport The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with EC Directives. Other regulations SAFETY DATA SHEET according to EC directive 1907/2006/EC 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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