Liquid Composter & Dethatcher MSDS Brochure

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CONFORMS WITH OSHA FORM OMB NO. 1218-0072 ROEBIC LIQUID COMPOSTER & DETHATCHER IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List_______________ Date Prepared – 01/01/01 – Reviewed 6/26/08 Roebic Liquid Composter & Dethatcher, LCD Person Preparing Document – David Lawler Section 1_______________________________________ Manufacturer's name Emergency Telephone Number Roebic Laboratories, Inc. CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300 Address (Number, Street, City, State, and ZIP Code) Telephone Number for Information 25 Connair Road, PO Box 927 1-203-795-1283 Orange, CT 06477 Section 2 – Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity; Common Name(s)): This product contains a suspension of non-pathogenic laboratory controlled bacteria culture, and a few fermentation by-products. Organisms used are non-pathogenic, but can cause infection when in contact with open wounds. These organisms are susceptible to many commonly used antibiotics. Section 3 – Physical / Chemical Characteristics_______ Boiling Point - 212° F Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.) - Same as water. Vapor Density (AIR = 1) - Same as water. Solubility in Water - 99% Specific Gravity (H20 = 1) – 1 Melting Point - N/A Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) - Same as water. Appearance & Odor - Slightly hazy, slightly earthy odor. Section 4 – Fire & Explosion Hazard Data____________ Flash Point Method Used - N/A Extinguishing Media - N/A Special Fire Fighting Procedures - N/A Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards - N/A Flammable Limits - N/A LEL UEL Section 5 – Reactivity Data________________________ Stability – Stable Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong acids or alkali may inactivate bacteria cultures. Hazardous Polymerization – Will not occur. Conditions to Avoid - N/A Hazardous Decomposition of By-products – None Conditions to Avoid – N/A MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET CONFORMS WITH OSHA FORM OMB NO. 1218-0072 ROEBIC LIQUID COMPOSTER & DETHATCHER Section 6 – Health Hazard Data_____________________ Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation? N/A Skin? Yes Ingestion? Yes Health Hazards (Acute & Chronic): Chronic - N/A Acute - Skin Contact: Possible Dermal Sensitivity Eye Contact: Possible Infection Ingestion: Possible GI Tract Irritation Carcinogenicity: NTP? N/A IARC Monographs? N/A OSHA Regulated? No Signs & Systems of Exposure: Dermal: Redness, other signs of topical infection Eyes: Redness, itching, other signs of infection Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure - N/A Emergency & First Aid Procedures: Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Eye Contact: Flush with plenty of water, contact physician. Section 7 – Precautions for Safe Handling & Use______ Steps to be taken in case material is released or spilled: Wash down drain with water or use chemical absorbent and sweep up. Disposal must be in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Waster Disposal Method: Drain, Sewer Line, or Open Ground Precautions to be taken in handling and storing: Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after use. Avoid contact with eyes. Other Precautions: Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures above 115° F to maintain product activity. Section 8 – Control Measures______________________ Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): Normal Room Ventilation Eye Protection: Use protective glasses to avoid contact. Work / Hygienic Practices: None except as noted above. Protective Gloves: None required. Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: None required. Ventilation: Local Exhaust? N/A Mechanical (General)? N/A Special? N/A Other? N/A ROEBIC LIQUID COMPOSTER & DETHATCHER IDENTITY (As Used on Label and List_______________ Date Prepared – 01/01/01 – Reviewed 6/26/08 Section 1_______________________________________ Section 2 – Hazardous Ingredients / Identity Information Section 3 – Physical / Chemical Characteristics_______ Section 4 – Fire & Explosion Hazard Data____________ Section 5 – Reactivity Data________________________ ROEBIC LIQUID COMPOSTER & DETHATCHER Section 6 – Health Hazard Data_____________________ Section 7 – Precautions for Safe Handling & Use______ Section 8 – Control Measures______________________