Version: 2.2 Revision Date: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

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1 1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking 1.1 Product identifier Trade name : 1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Use of the Substance/Mixture : Fertilizer 1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company : COMPO EXPERT GmbH Gildenstraße 38 D Münster Telephone : / Telefax : +49 (0)251/ address : info@compo.de 1.4 Emergency telephone number Central Safety & Environment Telephone: Hazards identification 2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008) Reproductive toxicity, Category 1B Classification(67/548/EEC,1999/45/EC) Toxic to Reproduction Category Label elements Labelling(REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008) Hazard pictograms : H360FD: May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child. R60: May impair fertility. R61: May cause harm to the unborn child. Signal word : Danger Hazard statements : H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child. Precautionary statements : Prevention: P201 P280 Obtain special instructions before use. Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. 1/11 Print Date:

2 Response: P308 + P313 Storage: P405 Disposal: P501 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Reserved for industrial and professional use. 2.3 Other hazards 3. Composition/information on ingredients 3.2 Mixtures Chemical nature Hazardous components : Mixture of inorganic salts. This product contains an ingredient according to the candidate list of Annex XIV of the REACH Regulation1907/2006/EC. Chemical Name CAS-No. EC-No. Registration number potassium nitrate XXXX Classification (67/548/EEC) Classification (REGULATION (EC) No 1272/2008) Concentration [%] O; R 8 Ox. Sol. 3; H272 >= 60 - <= 65 boric acid XXXX Repr.Cat.2; R60- R61 Repr. 1B; H360FD >= 10 - <= 15 For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16. For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section First aid measures 4.1 Description of first aid measures General advice : Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. If inhaled In case of skin contact : Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, call a physician. If unconscious place in recovery position and seek medical advice. : Wash off with soap and water. 2/11 Print Date:

3 In case of eye contact If swallowed : Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. : Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. 4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Symptoms : No information available. 4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Treatment : Treat symptomatically. 5. Firefighting measures 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Unsuitable extinguishing media : Water Water spray Dry chemical : Carbon dioxide (CO2) Foam Sand 5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Specific hazards during firefighting : Can decompose at above 130 C. Thermal decomposition products: Nitrogen monoxide, nitrogen dioxide, dinitrogen oxide, ammonia, chloride, hydrogen chloride. 5.3 Advice for firefighters Special protective equipment for firefighters Further information : In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. : Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. 6. Accidental release measures 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Personal precautions : Remove all sources of ignition. 6.2 Environmental precautions Environmental precautions : Do not empty into drains. Retain and dispose of contaminated wash water. 6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up Methods for cleaning up : Use mechanical handling equipment. 6.4 Reference to other sections For personal protection see section 8. 3/11 Print Date:

4 7. Handling and storage 7.1 Precautions for safe handling Advice on safe handling : not required under normal use Advice on protection against fire and explosion : The product is not flammable. 7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Requirements for storage areas and containers : To maintain product quality, do not store in heat or direct sunlight. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Keep away from combustible material. Protect from contamination. Protect from moisture. German storage class : 6.1D Non-combustible, acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or hazardous materials causing chronic effects 7.3 Specific end uses : Always read the label and product information before use. 8. Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1 Control parameters DNEL potassium nitrate : End Use: Workers Exposure routes: Inhalation Potential health effects: Systemic effects Value: 36,7 mg/m3 End Use: Workers Exposure routes: Skin contact Potential health effects: Systemic effects Exposure time: 1 d Value: 20,8 mg/kg End Use: Consumers Exposure routes: Ingestion Potential health effects: Systemic effects Exposure time: 1 d Value: 12,5 mg/kg End Use: Consumers Exposure routes: Skin contact Potential health effects: Systemic effects Exposure time: 1 d Value: 12,5 mg/kg PNEC 4/11 Print Date:

5 potassium nitrate : Fresh water Value: 0,45 mg/l Marine water Value: 0,045 mg/l Ceiling Limit Value Value: 4,5 mg/l 8.2 Exposure controls Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection Hand protection : Breathing apparatus only if aerosol or dust is formed. Suitable mask with particle filter P3 (European Norm 143) : Nitrile rubber Break through time: > 480 min Glove thickness: > 0,11 mm Eye protection Skin and body protection Hygiene measures : In case of dust formation: Tightly fitting safety goggles : Wearing of closed work clothing is recommended. : Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. Environmental exposure controls General advice : Do not empty into drains. Retain and dispose of contaminated wash water. 9. Physical and chemical properties 9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties Appearance : crystalline Colour : various Odour : odourless ph : ca. 5, Concentration: 100,00 g/l, 20 C Melting point/range : no data available Boiling point/boiling range Flash point Evaporation rate Flammability (solid, gas) : The product is not flammable. Lower explosion limit Upper explosion limit Vapour pressure Relative vapour density Relative density 5/11 Print Date:

6 Water solubility Partition coefficient: n- octanol/water Autoignition temperature Thermal decomposition Viscosity, dynamic Viscosity, kinematic Explosive properties Oxidizing properties 9.2 Other information Bulk density : soluble : not auto-flammable : ca. 130 C, To avoid thermal decomposition, do not overheat. : Not explosive : Oxidising, Manual of tests and criteria. Test O.1 (United Nations Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods)., no data available : ca kg/m³ 10. Stability and reactivity 10.1 Reactivity No decomposition if stored and applied as directed Chemical stability No decomposition if stored and applied as directed Possibility of hazardous reactions Hazardous reactions : Further information: No decomposition if stored and applied as directed Conditions to avoid Conditions to avoid 10.5 Incompatible materials Materials to avoid : Temperature 130 degrees Celsius Heat, flames and sparks. : Acids Bases Organic materials Powdered metals 10.6 Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products : nitrogen oxides (NOx) ammonia 11. Toxicological information 11.1 Information on toxicological effects Product Acute oral toxicity : LD50: > mg/kg, rat Skin corrosion/irritation : rabbit, Result: non-irritant, OECD Test Guideline 404 Serious eye damage/eye : rabbit, Result: non-irritant, OECD Test Guideline 405 6/11 Print Date:

7 irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity Genotoxicity in vitro Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity Teratogenicity STOT - single exposure STOT - repeated exposure Further information : Result: non-sensitizing : Contains no hazardous ingredients according to GHS : Contains no ingredient listed as a carcinogen : No human information is available. : No human information is available. : Assessment: The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, single exposure. : Assessment: The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, repeated exposure. : The toxicological data has been taken from products of similar composition. Acute oral toxicity Acute inhalation toxicity Acute dermal toxicity Skin corrosion/irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation Respiratory or skin sensitization Germ cell mutagenicity Genotoxicity in vitro Carcinogenicity Reproductive toxicity Teratogenicity STOT - single exposure STOT - repeated exposure : LD50: > mg/kg, rat : LC50: > 0,527 mg/l, rat : LD50: > mg/kg, rat : rabbit, Result: No skin irritation : rabbit, Result: No eye irritation : Result: non-sensitizing : no data available : Did not show carcinogenic effects in animal experiments. : No toxicity to reproduction : Did not show teratogenic effects in animal experiments. : Assessment: The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, single exposure. : rat, 1 d, NOAEL: >= mg/kg : Assessment: The substance or mixture is not classified as specific target organ toxicant, repeated exposure. boric acid : Acute oral toxicity Acute inhalation toxicity Acute dermal toxicity Germ cell mutagenicity : LD50: mg/kg, mouse : LD50: mg/kg, rat : LC50: > 2 mg/l, rat : LD50 Dermal: > mg/kg, rabbit 7/11 Print Date:

8 Genotoxicity in vitro : Mammalian cell gene mutation assay, Concentration: 1,0-10,0 mg/ml, Result: Mutagenicity tests revealed no genotoxic potential., In vitro tests did not show mutagenic effects Assessment : Tests on bacterial or mammalian cell cultures did not show mutagenic effects. Carcinogenicity : rat, Dose: 446; 1150 mg, Oral, OECD Test Guideline 451, Animal testing did not show any carcinogenic effects. Teratogenicity : rat, Dose: 0; 19; 36; 55; 76; 143 mg/kg, Oral, Animal ingestion studies in several species, at high doses, indicate that borates cause reproductive and developmental effects. Assessment: 12. Ecological information 12.1 Toxicity Product: Ecotoxicology Assessment Toxicity Data on Soil : Not expected to adsorb on soil. Toxicity to fish Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates. Toxicity to algae : LC50: > 100 mg/l, 96 h, Fish : EC50: 490 mg/l, 48 h, Daphnia magna (Water flea) : LC50: >= mg/l, 10 d 12.2 Persistence and degradability Biodegradability : boric acid : Biodegradability : 12.3 Bioaccumulative potential Product: Bioaccumulation : Bioaccumulation : 12.4 Mobility in soil The methods for determining the biological degradability are not applicable to inorganic substances. Not applicable Does not accumulate in organisms. Does not bioaccumulate. 8/11 Print Date:

9 Product: Distribution among : Slightly mobile in soils environmental compartments Mobility : no data available boric acid : Mobility : no data available 12.5 Results of PBT and vpvb assessment Product: Assessment : no data available Assessment boric acid : Assessment : This substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT)., This substance is not considered to be very persistent nor very bioaccumulating (vpvb). : This substance is not considered to be persistent, bioaccumulating nor toxic (PBT)., Not applicable 12.6 Other adverse effects Product: Additional ecological information : Additional ecological information, The following ecotoxicological data refer to:, potassium nitrate 13. Disposal considerations 13.1 Waste treatment methods Product Contaminated packaging : Check if agriculture use is possible. Contact manufacturer. : Contaminated packaging should be emptied as far as possible; then it can be passed on for recycling after being thoroughly cleaned. 14. Transport information 14.1 UN number Non-dangerous goods 14.2 Proper shipping name ADR / GGVS RID ADNR IMDG IATA-DGR 9/11 Print Date:

10 14.3 Transport hazard class ADR / GGVS RID ADNR IMDG IATA-DGR 14.4 Packing group Environmental hazards IMDG : Not a Marine Pollutant 14.6 Special precautions for user Not relevant 14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code Remarks 15. Regulatory information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture Water contaminating class (Germany) : WGK 1 slightly water endangering Other regulations : For professional users only Chemical Safety Assessment Chemical Safety Assessments have been carried out for these substances. 16. Other information Full text of R-phrases referred to under sections 2 and 3 R 8 R60 R61 Contact with combustible material may cause fire. May impair fertility. May cause harm to the unborn child. Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3. H272 H360FD May intensify fire; oxidiser. May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child. 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. 10/11 Print Date:

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