Tea Seed Pellets Date of Issue: 19 th Sept 2017 Version 2

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1 Page 1 of 5 1. Identification of the Substance/Mixture and Supplier. Product name: Other names: Recommended use: Company details: Telephone: Facsimile: Emergency telephone: National Poisons Centre: N/A An organic fertiliser for improving soil organic matter PGG Wrightson Turf 57 Waterloo Rd Hornby Christchurch NEW ZEALAND CHEMCALL ( ) 24hrs 0800 Poison ( ) 2. Hazards Identification. Classification: Hazard and Precautionary Statements: This preparation is not classified as dangerous Read product label and safety data sheets before use. PERSONAL PROTECTION: Avoid skin and eye contact. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using. STORGAE: Store in cool, dry conditions away from all sources of moisture. When stored according to instructions this product has a minimum shelf life of 10 months from date of manufacture. DISPOSAL: Product Disposal: If practicable apply excess fertiliser at recommended rates to appropriate land. Alternatively dispose of at an approved landfill. Packaging Disposal: Dispose of used packaging by crushing and burying at an approved landfill. Page 1 of 5

2 Page 2 of 5 3. Composition/Information on Ingredients. Chemical Identity of Ingredients with health or environmental hazards: N/A 4. First Aid Measures. Description of necessary first aid measures: Ingestion: Eye Contact: Skin Contact: Inhalation: Hygiene Practices: In case of poisoning, or if you feel unwell or are exposed or concerned, contact the NATIONAL POISONS CENTRE, Phone , (0800 POISON). Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists, consult eye specialist. Not harmful to skin. Wash with plenty of water and soap. Consult a doctor in the event of any complaints. Rinse mouth. Consult a doctor or the national Poisons Centre in the event of any complaints Avoid skin and eye contact. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using. 5. Fire-Fighting Measures. Extinguishing media: Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Fire Fighters Fight fire with water spray, foam, dry powder or carbon dioxide depending on the products stored close by. In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Remove product from areas of fire. Prevent run-off water contaminating drains, sewers or watercourses (bund if necessary); inform appropriate authorities immediately if product or runoff enters waterways. 6. Accidental Release Measures. Personal Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and skin. Page 2 of 5

3 Page 3 of 5 Environmental Precautions: Procedure for Clean-up: Prevent entry into drains, watercourses or soil. Inform appropriate authorities immediately if spill enters waterways or sewers. Wash contaminated area with water and detergent, absorb and add to waste for disposal. Dispose of the waste safely in an approved landfill. 7. Handling and Storage. Handling Practices: Storage: Keep out of reach of children. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using. Use only outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Avoid accidental dispersion and spatter. Store in the original packaging in a cool well ventilated place, out of direct sunlight and away from stockfeed or human foodstuff. 8. Exposure Control/Personal Protection. Technical Measures: Hand protection: Eye protection: Skin Protection General hygiene: Work in the open air. Wear PVC, rubber, neoprene or nitrile gloves. Check regularly for condition when using. Wear goggles with side pieces or a face shield. Wear overalls (disposable or clean reusable) and rubber or PVC boots. Do not eat, drink or smoke while using. Wash hands and exposed skin thoroughly with soap and water before meals and after work. Wash protective clothing daily after work. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties. Appearance: Odour: ph: Vapour Pressure: Vapour Density: Boiling Point: Lower and upper flammability limits: Brown powder Slight aromatic Page 3 of 5

4 Page 4 of 5 Flashpoint: Auto ignition temperature: Melting point: Solubility in water: Specific gravity: 10. Stability and Reactivity. Stability of the Substance: Conditions to avoid: Stable under normal conditions of storage and use. Avoid heat, flames, hot surfaces and other sources of ignition. 11. Toxicological Information. Ingestion: Inhalation: Eye contact: Skin contact: Can have irritating effect to eyes 12. Ecological Information. Aquatic toxicity: Mobility: Persistence/degradability: May cause harm to aquatic organisms if drift or runoff occurs. Ensure that appropriate buffer zones are in place during application. Soluble in water. Rapidly degraded in surface levels of soils and waters. Considered to be readily biodegradable. 13. Disposal Considerations. Product Disposal: Container Disposal: If practicable apply excess fertiliser at recommended rates to appropriate land. Alternatively dispose of at an approved landfill. Dispose of used packaging by crushing and burying at an approved landfill. Page 4 of 5

5 Page 5 of Transportation Information. Not classified as dangerous goods for transport in New Zealand. 15. Regulatory Information. Safety Advice: Keep out of the reach of children. 16. Other Information. For use on professional sports turf only. Application rate should be based on results of soil nutrient analysis. Date of preparation: Date of review: Version: 14 th April th September The data given here is based on current knowledge and experience. The purpose of this Safety Data Sheet is to describe products in terms of their safety requirements. The above details do not imply any guarantee concerning composition, properties or performance of the product. Page 5 of 5