MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS)

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1 E. Marker A/S Okslundvej 8, Bov DK-6330 Padborg Tlf.: MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET (MSDS) 1. Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking Product name TourTurf TAG Turf Amenity Granules (11089) 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Identified uses Fertilizer for use on lawns and turf 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Supplier E. Marker A/S, Okslundvej 8, Bov, DK-6330 Padborg 1.4. Emergency telephone number Emergency telephone Office Hours 8:00-16:00 weekdays only 2. Hazards Identification 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture according to regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Classification Physical hazards None Health hazards Eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) (Category 3), H335 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned, see section 16 Environmental hazards None

2 2.2. Label elements Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 Pictogram Signal word Warning Hazard statements Precautionary statements H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life P261 Avoid breathing dust P280 Wear protective gloves/ clothing/ eye protection/ face protection P305+ P351+ P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Other hazards This substance is not classified as PBT or vpvb according to current EU criteria 3. Composition/information on ingredients 3.2. Mixtures Organic based made from oil seed meal. Substance CAS No. EC No. % Classification Saponin >1 % Eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure), (Category 3), 335 All other ingredients do not require classification according to regulation (EC) No. 1278/ 2008

3 4. First aid measures 4.1. Description of first aid measures Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Ingestion Skin contact Do NOT induce vomiting. Get medical attention and show if possible the container or the label. Wash with soap and water. Eye contact In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation occurs Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed The most important symptoms and effects are described under 2.2 and in section Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed No known 5. Firefighting measures 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Select media after the conditions. Unsuitable extinguishing media 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Protective actions during Firefighting Special protective equipment for firefighters Carbon oxides No specific firefighting precautions known Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary

4 Advice for firefighters Prevent run-off from fire control or dilution from entering streams and sewers. 6. Accidental release measures 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures Personal precautions Use personal protective equipment, googles and gloves Environmental precautions Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Reduce spill to water bodies 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up 6.4. Reference to other sections Use appropriate tools, such as a shovel, to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. For personal protection, see Section 8. For waste disposal, see Section Handling and storage 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Usage precautions Advice on general occupational hygiene 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Wash hands after handling or use of the product. Remove contaminated clothes and wash before reuse. Use the product under well ventilated conditions. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Wash at the end of each work shift and before eating, smoking and using the toilet. Store in a tightly closed container. Store these products in a cool, dry location, away from sources of intense heat. Keep away from foodstuffs, beverages and feed. Keep dry Specific end use(s) Use as a fertiliser on lawns and turf.

5 8. Exposure Controls/ personal protection 8.1. Control parameters Not available 8.2. Exposure Controls/ personal protection Protective equipment Appropriate engineering controls Eye/face protection All handling should only take place in well-ventilated areas Wear eye protection Hand protection Wear protective gloves Other skin and body protection Hygiene measures Respiratory protection Wear appropriate clothing to prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Respiratory protection must be used if the airborne contamination exceeds the recommended exposure limit. If ventilation is inadequate, suitable respiratory protection must be worn. Wear a respirator fitted with the following cartridge: Particulate filter, type P2. Particulate filters should comply with European Standard EN143. Disposable filtering half-mask respirators should comply with European Standard EN149 or EN Physical and Chemical Properties 9.1. Information on basic physical and chemical properties Physical state Solid Odour Characteristic odour Colour Brown

6 ph 5,5 6,5 Solubility in water: Partly soluble in water Flammability (solid, gas) Not available Boiling point Not available Melting point Not available Vapor pressure Explosive properties Not relevant 9.2. Other Information Other Information The product is produced of organic material. No chemicals are added. 10. Stability and reactivity Reactivity Stable under normal conditions Chemical stability Stable under normal conditions Possibility of hazardous reactions No potentially hazardous reactions known Conditions to avoid There are no known conditions that are likely to result in a hazardous situation. Avoid storage under humid conditions Incompatible materials Strong oxidising agents Hazardous decomposition products None known

7 11. Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Routes of entry Acute toxicity - oral Notes (oral LD₅₀) Acute toxicity - dermal Notes (dermal LD₅₀) Acute toxicity - inhalation Notes (inhalation LC₅₀) Serious eye damage/irritation Eye contact Skin contact >5000 mg/kg >5000 mg/kg mg/l (male); 2.04 mg/l (female) Eye irritation (Category 2), H319 Respiratory sensitisation Based on available data the classification criteria are not met Skin sensitisation Based on available data the classification criteria are not met Germ cell mutagenicity Genotoxicity - in vitro Carcinogenicity This substance has no evidence of mutagenic properties Not carcinogenic Reproductive toxicity - fertility Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure STOT - single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure STOT - repeated exposure Aspiration hazard Ingestion Does not contain any substances known to be toxic to reproduction Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure) (Category 3), H335 Not classified as a specific target organ toxicant after repeated exposure May cause discomfort and diarrhoea if swallowed Inhalation Prolonged Inhalation of high concentrations may damage respiratory system

8 12. Ecological Information Toxicity Ecotoxicity The granules are toxic to water living organisms. Do not apply within 3 meters of watercourses and avoid any run-off into waterbodies Persistence and degradability Bioaccumulative potential The substances are not expected to be persistent. The substances are not expected to be bioaccumulating Mobility in soil The substances are not expected to be mobile in soils Results of PBT and vpvb assessment The substances are not expected to be PBT or vpvb Other adverse effects No data available 13. Disposal considerations Waste treatment methods Product Packaging Product is a natural plant residue. Dispose of in accordance with national and local, regulations. Empty containers shall be disposed in accordance with current regulation. 14. Transport information General The product is not covered by international regulations on the transport of dangerous goods (IMDG, IATA, ADR/RID) UN number UN proper shipping name

9 14.3. Transport hazard class(es) No transport warning sign required Packing group Environmental hazards Environmentally hazardous substance/marine pollutant 14.6 Environmental hazardous mark Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL73/78 and the IBC Code Not relevant 15. Regulatory Information Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture EU legislation Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 December 2008 on classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (as amended). Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006 concerning the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) (as amended) Chemical safety assessment No Chemical Safety Assessment has been carried out for this substance by the supplier.

10 16. Other Information Hazard statements in full H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation H413 May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life Note This 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. Such information is, to the best of the company's knowledge and belief, accurate and reliable as of the date indicated. However, no warranty, guarantee or representation is made to its accuracy, reliability or completeness. It is the user's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the suitability of such information for his own use. Date: