---
title: SDS - Plantacote Pluss Controlled Release Fertiliser - 230606
canonical: https://fernland.com.au/documents/232/
dateModified: 2026-08-03 01:12:59
summary: Safety Data Sheet
type: sds
---

# SDS - Plantacote Pluss Controlled Release Fertiliser - 230606

> Safety Data Sheet

Plantacote Pluss
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: 06/06/2023 Supersedes: 05/06/2018 Version: 1.2

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1. Product identifier
Product form : Mixture
Trade name : Plantacote Pluss
Type of product : Fertilizer
Other means of identification : Plantacote 2M Pluss 14-9-15+2+ME
Plantacote 4M Pluss 14-9-15+2+ME
Plantacote 6M Pluss 14-9-15+2+ME
Plantacote 8M Pluss 14-8-15+2+ME
Plantacote 12M Pluss 14-8-14+2+ME
Plantacote 16M Pluss 14-8-14+2+ME
Plantacote Pluss 4M 14-3.9-12.5+TE
Plantacote Pluss 6M 14-3.9-12.5+TE
Plantacote Pluss 8M 14-3.4-12.5+TE
Plantacote Pluss 12M 14-3.4-11.6+TE
Plantacote Pluss 16M 14-3.4-11.6+TE

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

| Name | Product identifier | % | Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP] and GHS |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Ammonium nitrate (AN) | (CAS-No.) 6484-52-2 (EC-No.) 229-347-8 (REACH-no) 01-211-9490981-27-XXXX | 10 - 30 | Ox. Sol. 3, H272 Eye Irrit. 2, H319 |
| disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate substance listed as REACH Candidate (Disodium tetraborate, anhydrous) | (CAS-No.) 12179-04-3 (EC-No.) 215-540-4 (EC Index-No.) 005-011-02-9 | = 6.5) Repr. 1B, H360FD |

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.

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
No additional information available

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
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 |

| disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate (12179-04-3) | |
| :--- | :--- |
| LD50 oral rat | > 2500 mg/kg bodyweight (OECD 401: Acute Oral Toxicity, Rat, Male, Experimental value) |
| LD50 dermal rabbit | > 2000 mg/kg (Other, 24 h, Rabbit, Male/female, Experimental value) |
| LC50 inhalation rat (mg/l) | > 2.04 mg/l air (OECD 403: Acute Inhalation Toxicity, 4 h, Rat, Male/female, Experimental value) |

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

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 |

| disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate (12179-04-3) | |
| :--- | :--- |
| LC50 fish 1 | 100 - 1000 mg/l (96 h, Pisces, Literature study) |
| EC50 Daphnia 1 | 340 mg/l (24 h, Daphnia magna, Literature study) |
| EC50 96h algae (1) | 158 mg/l (Scenedesmus subspicatus, Literature study) |

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

disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate (12179-04-3)
Persistence and degradability : Biodegradability in soil: not applicable. Biodegradability: not applicable.
Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) : Not applicable
Chemical oxygen demand (COD) : Not applicable
ThOD : Not applicable
BOD (% of ThOD) : Not applicable

12.3. Bioaccumulative potential
Plantacote Pluss
Bioaccumulative potential : No data available.

disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate (12179-04-3)
Bioaccumulative potential : Not bioaccumulative.

12.4. Mobility in soil
disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate (12179-04-3)
Ecology - soil : Adsorbs into the soil. May be harmful to plant growth, blooming and fruit formation.

12.5. Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
Component
disodium tetraborate pentahydrate, borax pentahydrate (12179-04-3) : This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII. This substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII
Ammonium nitrate (AN) (6484-52-2) : This substance/mixture does not meet the PBT criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII. This substance/mixture does not meet the vPvB criteria of REACH regulation, annex XIII

12.6. 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

| | ADR | IMDG | ADN | RID |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| 14.1. UN number | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 14.2. UN proper shipping name | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 14.3. Transport hazard class(es) | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 14.4. Packing group | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 14.5. Environmental hazards | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |

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

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
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:

| Section | Changed item | Change | Comments |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| | Supersedes | Added | |
| | Revision date | Added | |
| 1.1 | Other means of identification | Modified | |

Full text of H- statements:
Eye Irrit. 2 : Serious eye damage/eye irritation, Category 2
Ox. Sol. 3 : Oxidising Solids, Category 3
Repr. 1B : Reproductive toxicity, Category 1B
H272 : May intensify fire; oxidiser.
H319 : Causes serious eye irritation.
H360FD : May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.

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