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# SDS - Osmocote Citrus and Fruit Controlled Release Fertiliser - 221211

> Safety Data Sheet

Product Name: Osmocote Trace Elements Control
Release Fertiliser - Citrus and Trees
Page: 1 of 5
This version issued: December, 2022
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issued by: Evergreen Garden Care Australia Pty Ltd Phone:
Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)

# Section 1 - Identification
Evergreen Garden Care Australia Pty Ltd Phone:
Level 2, 32 Lexington Drive Fax:
Bella Vista NSW 2153 AUSTRALIA Emergency (24hr):
Chemical nature: Fertiliser product.
Trade Name: Scotts Osmocote Citrus and Fruit Controlled Release Fertiliser
Product Use: Fertiliser product.
Creation Date: June, 2022
This version issued: December, 2022 and is valid for 5 years from this date.
Poisons Information Centre: Phone 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia

# Section 2 - Hazards Identification
Statement of Hazardous Nature
SUSMP Classification: None allocated.
ADG Classification: None allocated. Not a Dangerous Good according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG)
Code, IATA or IMDG/IMSBC criteria.
UN Number: None allocated
GHS Signal word: NONE. Not hazardous.
Skin Corrosion /Irritation Category 3
HAZARD STATEMENT:
H316: Causes mild skin irritation.
PREVENTION
P261: Avoid breathing dusts.
P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
RESPONSE
P335: Brush off loose particles from skin.
P301+P330+P331: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P370+P378: In case of fire: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, water fog, to extinguish.
STORAGE
P410: Protect from sunlight.
P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
DISPOSAL
P501: If they can not be recycled, dispose of contents to an approved waste disposal plant and containers to
landfill (see Section 13 of this SDS).

## Emergency Overview
Physical Description & Colour: Granular product, blend of various colours.
Odour: Mild odour.
Major Health Hazards: causes mild skin irritation.

# Section 3 – Composition and Information on Ingredients
| Ingredients | CAS No | Conc, % | TWA (mg/m³) | STEL (mg/m³) |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Sulfur | 7704-34-9 | <10 | not set | not set |
| Other non hazardous ingredients | secret | to 100 | not set | not set |

This is a commercial product whose exact ratio of components may vary slightly. Minor quantities of other non
hazardous ingredients are also possible.
The SWA TWA exposure value is the average airborne concentration of a particular substance when calculated over a normal 8 hour working day
for a 5 day working week. The STEL (Short Term Exposure Limit) is an exposure value that may be equalled (but should not be exceeded) for no
longer than 15 minutes and should not be repeated more than 4 times per day. There should be at least 60 minutes between successive exposures
at the STEL. The term "peak "is used when the TWA limit, because of the rapid action of the substance, should never be exceeded, even briefly.

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Product Name: Osmocote Trace Elements Control
Release Fertiliser - Citrus and Trees
Page: 2 of 5
This version issued: December, 2022
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issued by: Evergreen Garden Care Australia Pty Ltd Phone:
Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)

# Section 4 - First Aid Measures
General Information:
You should call The Poisons Information Centre if you feel that you may have been poisoned, burned or irritated by
this product. The number is 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia (0800 764 766 in New Zealand) and is available at all
times. Have this SDS with you when you call.
Inhalation: First aid is not generally required. If in doubt, contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.
Skin Contact: Quickly and gently brush away excess particles. Wash gently and thoroughly with water (use non abrasive soap if necessary) for 10 minutes or until chemical is removed. If irritation persists, repeat flushing and
obtain medical advice.
Eye Contact: Quickly and gently brush particles from eyes. No effects expected. If irritation does occur, flush
contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until the product is removed. Obtain medical
advice if irritation becomes painful or lasts more than a few minutes. Take special care if exposed person is wearing
contact lenses.
Ingestion: If product is swallowed or gets in mouth, do NOT induce vomiting. Wash mouth with water and give some
water to drink. If symptoms develop, or if in doubt contact a Poisons Information Centre or a doctor.

# Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
Fire and Explosion Hazards: The major hazard in fires is usually inhalation of heated and toxic or oxygen
deficient (or both), fire gases. There is no risk of an explosion from this product under normal circumstances if it is
involved in a fire.
Fire decomposition products from this product may be toxic if inhaled. Take appropriate protective measures.
Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam or water fog.
Fire Fighting: When fighting fires involving significant quantities of this product, no special equipment is believed to
be necessary.

# Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
Accidental release: Minor spills do not normally need any special cleanup measures. In the event of a major spill,
prevent spillage from entering drains or water courses. Wear full protective clothing including eye/face protection. All
skin areas should be covered. See below under Personal Protection regarding Australian Standards relating to
personal protective equipment. Suitable materials for protective clothing include rubber, PVC and Nitrile. Eye/face
protective equipment should comprise, as a minimum, protective glasses and, preferably, goggles. If there is a
significant chance that dusts are likely to build up in cleanup area, we recommend that you use a suitable dust mask.
Otherwise, not normally necessary.
Stop leak if safe to do so, and contain spill. Sweep up and shovel or collect recoverable product into labelled
containers for recycling or salvage, and dispose of promptly. Consider vacuuming if appropriate. Recycle containers
wherever possible after careful cleaning. After spills, wash area preventing runoff from entering drains. If a significant
quantity of material enters drains, advise emergency services. This material may be suitable for approved landfill.
Ensure legality of disposal by consulting regulations prior to disposal. Thoroughly launder protective clothing before
storage or re-use. Advise laundry of nature of contamination when sending contaminated clothing to laundry.

# Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Keep exposure to this product to a minimum, and minimise the quantities kept in work areas. Check
Section 8 of this SDS for details of personal protective measures, and make sure that those measures are followed.
The measures detailed below under "Storage" should be followed during handling in order to minimise risks to
persons using the product in the workplace. Also, avoid contact or contamination of product with incompatible
materials listed in Section 10.
Storage: Make sure that the product does not come into contact with substances listed under "Incompatibilities" in
Section 10. Check packaging - there may be further storage instructions on the label.

# Section 8 - Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
The following Australian Standards will provide general advice regarding safety clothing and equipment:
Respiratory equipment: AS/NZS 1715, Protective Gloves: AS 2161, Occupational Protective Clothing: AS/NZS 4501
set 2008, Industrial Eye Protection: AS1336 and AS/NZS 1337, Occupational Protective Footwear: AS/NZS2210.
SWA Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m³) STEL (mg/m³)
Exposure limits have not been established by SWA for any of the significant ingredients in this product.

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Product Name: Osmocote Trace Elements Control
Release Fertiliser - Citrus and Trees
Page: 3 of 5
This version issued: December, 2022
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issued by: Evergreen Garden Care Australia Pty Ltd Phone:
Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)

No special equipment is usually needed when occasionally handling small quantities. The following instructions are
for bulk handling or where regular exposure in an occupational setting occurs without proper containment systems.
Ventilation: This product should only be used where there is ventilation that is adequate to keep exposure below
the TWA levels. If necessary, use a fan.
Eye Protection: Eye protection such as protective glasses or goggles is recommended when this product is being
used.
Skin Protection: You should avoid contact even with mild skin irritants. Therefore you should wear suitable
impervious elbow-length gloves and facial protection when handling this product for lengthy periods. See below for
suitable material types.
Protective Material Types: We suggest that protective clothing be made from the following materials: rubber,
PVC, nitrile.
Respirator: If there is a significant chance that dusts are likely to build up in the area where this product is being
used, we recommend that you use a suitable dust mask.

# Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties:
Physical Description & colour: Granular product, blend of various colours.
Odour: Mild odour.
Freezing/Melting Point: No specific data. Solid at normal temperatures.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Flash point: No data
Upper Flammability Limit: No data.
Lower Flammability Limit: No data.
Flammability Class: No data.
Volatiles: No data.
Vapour Pressure: No data.
Vapour Density: Not applicable.
Specific Gravity: No data.
Water Solubility: No data.
pH: No data.
Volatility: No data.
Odour Threshold: No data.
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable.
Coeff Oil/water Distribution: No data
Particle Characteristics: Granules.
Viscosity: Not applicable.
Autoignition temp: No data.

# Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity: This product is unlikely to react or decompose under normal storage conditions. However, if you have
any doubts, contact the supplier for advice on shelf life properties.
Conditions to Avoid: None known.
Incompatibilities: strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidising agents.
Fire Decomposition: Combustion forms carbon dioxide, and if incomplete, carbon monoxide and possibly smoke.
Water is also formed. May form nitrogen and its compounds, and under some circumstances, oxides of nitrogen.
Occasionally hydrogen cyanide gas in reducing atmospheres. May form oxides of sulfur (sulfur dioxide is a respiratory
hazard) and other sulfur compounds. Most will have a foul odour. Carbon monoxide poisoning produces headache,
weakness, nausea, dizziness, confusion, dimness of vision, disturbance of judgment, and unconsciousness followed
by coma and death.
Polymerisation: This product will not undergo polymerisation reactions.

# Section 11 - Toxicological Information
Local Effects:
Target Organs: This product may affect skin.

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Product Name: Osmocote Trace Elements Control
Release Fertiliser - Citrus and Trees
Page: 4 of 5
This version issued: December, 2022
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issued by: Evergreen Garden Care Australia Pty Ltd Phone:
Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)

# Classification of Hazardous Ingredients
| Ingredient | Health Hazard Statement Codes |
| :--- | :--- |
| Sulfur | H315 |

* Skin irritation – category 2

# Potential Health Effects
Inhalation:
Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. In addition product is unlikely to
cause any discomfort or irritation.
Long Term Exposure: Long term inhalation of high amounts of any nuisance dust may overload lung clearance
mechanism. No data for health effects associated with long term inhalation.
Skin Contact:
Short Term Exposure: Available data indicates that this product is not harmful. It should present no hazards in
normal use. In addition product is unlikely to cause any discomfort in normal use.
Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term skin exposure.
Eye Contact:
Short Term Exposure: This product may be irritating to eyes, but is unlikely to cause anything more than mild
transient discomfort.
Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term eye exposure.
Ingestion:
Short Term Exposure: Significant oral exposure is considered to be unlikely. Available data shows that this
product is not harmful. However, this product may be irritating to mucous membranes but is unlikely to cause anything
more than transient discomfort.
Long Term Exposure: No data for health effects associated with long term ingestion.
Carcinogen Status:
SWA: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by SWA.
NTP: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by NTP.
IARC: No significant ingredient is classified as carcinogenic by IARC.

# Section 12 - Ecological Information
Insufficient data to be sure of status. Expected to not be an environmental hazard.

# Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Disposal: This product may be recycled if unused, or if it has not been contaminated so as to make it unsuitable for
its intended use. If it has been contaminated, it may be possible to reclaim the product by filtration, distillation or some
other means. If neither of these options is suitable in-house, consider controlled incineration, or contact a specialist
waste disposal company.

# Section 14 - Transport Information
UN Number: This product is not classified as a Dangerous Good by ADG, IATA or IMDG/IMSBC criteria. No special
transport conditions are necessary unless required by other regulations.

# Section 15 - Regulatory Information
AICS/AIIC: All of the significant ingredients in this formulation are compliant with AICIS regulations.

# Section 16 - Other Information
This SDS contains only safety-related information. For other data see product literature.
Acronyms:
ADG Code Australian Code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (7th edition)
AICS/AIIC/AIIC Australian Inventory of Industrial Chemicals
SWA Safe Work Australia, formerly ASCC and NOHSC

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Product Name: Osmocote Trace Elements Control
Release Fertiliser - Citrus and Trees
Page: 5 of 5
This version issued: December, 2022
SAFETY DATA SHEET
Issued by: Evergreen Garden Care Australia Pty Ltd Phone:
Poisons Information Centre: 13 1126 from anywhere in Australia, (0800 764 766 in New Zealand)

CAS number: Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number
Hazchem Code: Emergency action code of numbers and letters that provide information to emergency
services especially firefighters
IARC: International Agency for Research on Cancer
NOS: Not otherwise specified
NTP: National Toxicology Program (USA)
SUSMP: Standard for the Uniform Scheduling of Medicines & Poisons
UN Number: United Nations Number

THIS SDS SUMMARISES OUR BEST KNOWLEDGE OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY HAZARD INFORMATION OF THE PRODUCT AND HOW
TO SAFELY HANDLE AND USE THE PRODUCT IN THE WORKPLACE. EACH USER MUST REVIEW THIS SDS IN THE CONTEXT OF HOW
THE PRODUCT WILL BE HANDLED AND USED IN THE WORKPLACE.
IF CLARIFICATION OR FURTHER INFORMATION IS NEEDED TO ENSURE THAT AN APPROPRIATE RISK ASSESSMENT CAN BE MADE,
THE USER SHOULD CONTACT THIS COMPANY SO WE CAN ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FROM OUR SUPPLIERS
OUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCTS SOLD IS SUBJECT TO OUR STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS, A COPY OF WHICH IS SENT
TO OUR CUSTOMERS AND IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.
Please read all labels carefully before using product.
This SDS is prepared in accord with the SWA document “Preparation of Safety Data Sheets for Hazardous
Chemicals - Code of Practice” (July 2020) and GHS Revision 7
Copyright © Kilford & Kilford Pty Ltd, December, 2022.