SDS - Plantacote Top K Controlled Release Fertiliser - 230405

Plantacote Top K Safety Data Sheet A safety data sheet is not required for this product under. This Product Safety Information Sheet has been created on a voluntary basis. Date of issue: 05/04/2023 Supersedes: 4/30/2018 Version: 1.2

05/04/2023 EN (English) SDS Ref.: Plantacote 1/6

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1. Product identifier Product form : Mixture Trade name : Plantacote Top K Type of product : Fertilizer Other means of identification : Plantacote 4M Top K 10-9-19 Plantacote 6M Top K 10-9-19 Plantacote 8M Top K 9-9-19 Plantacote 12M Top K 9-9-18 Plantacote 4M Top K 10-3.9-15.7 Plantacote 6M Top K 10-3.9-15.7 Plantacote 8M Top K 9-3.9-15.7

1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against 1.2.1. Relevant identified uses Main use category : Professional use

1.2.2. Uses advised against No additional information available

Not classified

Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects No additional information available

2.2. Label elements Labelling according to Australian GHS criteria No labelling applicable

2.3. Other hazards No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients 3.1. Substances Not applicable

3.2. Mixtures

05/04/2023 EN (English) SDS Ref.: Plantacote 2/6

Specific concentration limits:

Full text of H-statements: see section 16

SECTION 4: First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures First-aid measures general : Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. In all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention. First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Respiratory problems: consult a doctor/medical service. First-aid measures after skin contact : Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse immediately with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth out with water. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice.

4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms/effects : Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.

4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media : Flood fire area with water from a distance. Unsuitable extinguishing media : earth, sand, dry chemical powder or foam.

5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Fire hazard : Not expected to be a fire/explosion hazard under normal conditions of use. Hazardous decomposition products in case of fire : Nitrogen oxides. Ammonia. Phosphorus oxides. Sulphur oxides. Metal oxides.

5.3. Advice for firefighters Precautionary measures fire : Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Firefighting instructions : Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses. Protection during firefighting : Use self-contained breathing apparatus and chemically protective clothing. EN 469. Other information : Symptoms may be delayed.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures 6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel Protective equipment : See Heading 8. Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Do not touch or walk on the spilled product. Ventilate spillage area. Measures in case of dust release : Provide adequate ventilation.

6.1.2. For emergency responders Protective equipment : See Heading 8.

6.2. Environmental precautions Do not allow to enter drains or water courses. May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life. Notify authorities if product enters sewers or public waters.

6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up For containment : Take up mechanically (sweeping, shovelling) and collect in suitable container for disposal. Other information : Dispose of materials or solid residues at an authorized site.

6.4. Reference to other sections See Heading 8. For further information refer to section 13.

05/04/2023 EN (English) SDS Ref.: Plantacote 3/6

SECTION 7: Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. For further information refer to section 8: "Exposure controls/personal protection". Hygiene measures : Keep container tight closed. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Always wash hands after handling the product. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Technical measures : Comply with applicable regulations. Information on mixed storage : Do not store with: Organic materials. oxidizing materials. Acids. Alkali. Storage area : Store tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep only in the original container. Keep out of direct sunlight.

7.3. Specific end use(s) Read label before use.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1. Control parameters Calcium sulphate (7778-18-9) TWA 10 mg/m³

8.2. Exposure controls Appropriate engineering controls: Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Local exhaust and general ventilation must be adequate to meet exposure standards.

Hand protection: In case of repeated or prolonged contact wear gloves

Eye protection: In case of dust production: protective goggles. EN 166

Skin and body protection: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice

Respiratory protection: No respiratory protection needed under normal use conditions

Environmental exposure controls: Prevent entry to sewers and public waters.

Other information: After contact with skin, wash immediately and thoroughly with plenty of water. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state : Solid Colour : Beige. Odour : characteristic. Odour threshold : No data available pH : No data available Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available Melting point : No data available Freezing point : No data available Boiling point : Not determined Flash point : Not applicable Auto-ignition temperature : Not determined Decomposition temperature : No data available Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available

05/04/2023 EN (English) SDS Ref.: Plantacote 4/6

Vapour pressure : Not applicable Relative vapour density at 20 °C : No data available Relative density : No data available Density : 1 g/cm³ at 20 °C Solubility : Water: Very soluble Log Pow : No data available Viscosity, kinematic : Not applicable Viscosity, dynamic : No data available Explosive properties : No data available Oxidising properties : No data available Lower explosive limit (LEL) : Not applicable Upper explosive limit (UEL) : Not applicable

9.2. Other information Additional information : No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity 10.1. Reactivity Stable under normal conditions.

10.2. Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions of use.

10.3. Possibility of hazardous reactions No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.

10.4. Conditions to avoid Water, humidity. metals. Organic Substances. Dust.

10.5. Incompatible materials Acids. Combustible materials. Reducing agents. Organic materials. Alkali. Oxidizing agent.

10.6. Hazardous decomposition products No hazardous decomposition products known at room temperature. Thermal decomposition generates : Metal oxides. Sulphur oxides. Phosphorus oxides. Ammonia. Nitrogen oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information 11.1. Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity (oral) : Not classified Acute toxicity (dermal) : Not classified Acute toxicity (inhalation) : Not classified

Ammonium nitrate (AN) (6484-52-2) LD50 oral rat 2950 mg/kg bodyweight (OECD 401 method) LD50 dermal rat > 5000 mg/kg bodyweight (OECD 402 method) LC50 inhalation rat (mg/l) > 88.8 mg/l 4h

Calcium sulphate (7778-18-9) LD50 oral rat > 2000 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation : Not classified Serious eye damage/irritation : Not classified Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified Carcinogenicity : Not classified Reproductive toxicity : Not classified STOT-single exposure : Not classified STOT-repeated exposure : Not classified Aspiration hazard : Not classified

05/04/2023 EN (English) SDS Ref.: Plantacote 5/6

SECTION 12: Ecological information 12.1. Toxicity Acute aquatic toxicity : Not classified Chronic aquatic toxicity : Not classified

Ammonium nitrate (AN) (6484-52-2) LC50 fish 1 447 mg/l 48h EC50 Daphnia 1 490 mg/l IUCLID 5

Calcium sulphate (7778-18-9) LC50 fish 1 3278 mg/l IUCLID 5

12.2. Persistence and degradability Ammonium nitrate (AN) (6484-52-2) Persistence and degradability Not applicable.

Calcium sulphate (7778-18-9) Persistence and degradability Not relevant.

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential Plantacote Top K Bioaccumulative potential No data available.

Calcium sulphate (7778-18-9) Bioaccumulative potential No data available.

12.4. Mobility in soil No additional information available

12.5. Other adverse effects No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations 13.1. Waste treatment methods Waste treatment methods : This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Recycle the material as far as possible. Ecology - waste materials : Avoid release to the environment.

SECTION 14: Transport information In accordance with ADR / IMDG / ADN / RID

No supplementary information available

14.6. Special precautions for user

• Overland transport Not applicable
• Transport by sea Not applicable
• Inland waterway transport Not applicable
• Rail transport Not applicable

05/04/2023 EN (English) SDS Ref.: Plantacote 6/6

14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of Marpol and the IBC Code Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information 15.1. Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Calcium sulphate (7778-18-9) Listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS): Tier I Human Health Assessments

Ammonium nitrate (AN) (6484-52-2) Listed on the Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances (AICS): Tier II Human Health Assessments

15.2. Chemical safety assessment No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other information Indication of changes:

Full text of H- statements: Eye Irrit. 2 Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 2 Ox. Sol. 3 Oxidising Solids, Category 3 H272 May intensify fire; oxidiser. H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product