Material Safety Data Sheet
10-8-97
Trade Name as used on label
AgricycleÔ Microbial Formulation (AMF)
Manufacturer: The Moorhead Group
108 Don Lorenzo Court
Aptos, 95003
tel: 415-391-0937
fax: 415-391-9538
Section 1- Material Identification and Information
MSDS Number ______N/A______
CAS Number ______N/A______
Date Prepared 10-8-97
Ingredients:
A Complex of Hydrolyzed Proteins: The specific Identities of the ingredients are considered by The Moorhead Group to be Trade Secrets and are withheld in accordance with the provisions of 1910.1200 of Title 29 of the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations). Ingredients are 100% Organic in nature. Non hazardous Ingredients total 100%
Section 2 - Physical /Chemical Characteristics
Boiling Point________N/A________________ Specific Gravity _______ 1.2____
Vapor Pressure___ as Water________________ Melting Point _______ N/A ____
Vapor Density ___as Water________________ Evaporation Rate ___ as Water ___
Solubility In Water 100% Water Reactive N/A
Appearance and Odor In dry form:
Granular, Tan Color, Slight fish meal odor
In Liquid form:
Greenish color with a fish protein odor
Section 3 - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point and Auto-Ignition
Method Used: None Established Temperature: N/A
Flammability limits in Extinguisher No Special
Air % by Volume N/A Media : requirement
LEL N/A UEL N/A
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS NONE KNOWN
Section 4 - Reactivity / Hazard Data
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid Moisture prior to use as the product will decompose organically
Stability: Incompatibility: Hazardous Decomposition
(Materials to Avoid) Products: Ammonia
Stable N/A
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur Conditions to Avoid: N/A
Section 5 - Health Hazard Data
Primary Routes of Entry: 1. Inhalation 2. Ingestion 3. Skin absorption
Signs and Symptoms of
Exposure: Allergic reactions typically seen as Mucous build-up in the eyes, nose, and throat
Carcinogen Listed: Not listed in OSHA, NPT, IARO Monographs
Possible Health Hazards: Acute: N/A, May cause allergic reaction in all of above incidents
Chronic: N/A, May Cause Allergic Type Sensitivity
Medical Conditions
Generally Aggravated by
Exposure: Allergic reaction
Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Seek medical assistance for further treatment, observation and support if necessary
Eye contact: WASH OR RINSE THOROUGHLY WITH WATER IF NEEDED
Skin Contact: WASH OR RINSE THOROUGHLY WITH WATER AND SOAP IF NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ODOR
Inhalation: IF ALLERGIC REACTION OR COUGHING DUE TO DUST FINES OCCUR, REMOVE FROM THE IMMEDIATE AREA FOR A FEW MINUTES AND THEN USE AND OSHA APPROVED DUST MASK
Ingestion: MAY CAUSE TEMPORARY SOFTENING OF STOOLS
Section 6 - Control and Protective Measures
Respiratory Protection
(Specific Type) OSHA Approved Dust Mask
Protective Gloves Optional
Eye Protection Optional:
Ventilation to be used Local exhaust recommended (mechanical)
Other Protective Clothing
and Equipment N/A
Hygienic work Practices Always wash hand and face after use to avoid possible allergic reactions
Section 7 - Precautions for safe handling and Use/Leak Procedures
Steps to be taken if material is spilled: Attempt Dry Sweep and dispose in normal (if local laws allow) Washing down with water is acceptable as an alternative if sweeping is not possible. Liquid form should be washed down with water.
Waste disposal Methods: Normal methods can be used if local ordinances permit. (material will readily bio-degrade)
Precautions to be taken Dust Goggles and Gloves are Optional, at users
in Handling and Storage preference;
OSHA APPROVED DUST MASK RECOMMENDED WHILE MIXING DRY FORM
Other precautions to be taken Store in a COOL, DRY place out of
in Handling and Storage: sunlight for maximum shelf life for dry form. Liquid form should be stored in a cool room out of Sunlight.
Section 8 - Ecological Information
AQUATIC TOXICITY: None known
WATERFOWL TOXICITY: None known
BIOCHEMICAL OXYGEN DEMAND: None
FOOD CHAIN CONCENTRATION POTENTIAL: None expected.
Section 8 - Control Measures
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: NONE REQUIRED, but dust-masks are recommended when handling, screening or mixing the dry product
PERSONAL HYGIENE: Avoid prolonged skin contact with cuts and scrapes.
Product is easily removed from skin with soap and water.
PROTECTIVE GLOVES: GLOVES: RUBBER RECOMMENDED
EYE PROTECTION: GOGGLES OPTIONAL
OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHES: RUBBER BOOTS OPTIONAL
WORK/HYGIENIC PRACTICES: WASH WORK CLOTHES
Section 9 - Regulatory Information
U.S. FEDERAL REGULATIONS:
Under the TSCA rules for mixtures and naturally occurring substances the USEPA considers this product to be a statutory mix, therefore only its components shown in Section 2 of the MSDS are in the inventory. The human and the environmental hazards for the product, however, are not the same as its components, because the components do not separate from the product.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 (SARA), Title III requires emergency planning based on Threshold Planning Quantities (TPQís) and release reporting based on Reportable Quantities (RQís) in 40 CFR 355 (used for SARA 302, 304, 311, 312). Components present in this product at a level which could require reporting under the statute are: NONE.
INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS:
CANADA: This product is not classified as a controlled product under regulations pursuant to the Federal Hazardous Products Act (=WHMIS).
EEC: he components of this product are listed in the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS, No. 2152838). No component of this product is listed as a Dangerous Substance under a directive, or pursuant to another measure of the European Community.
STATE REGULATIONS:
Proposition 65 - This product contains no levels of any listed substances which the state of California has found to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, which may require a warning under the statute.
Section 9 - Other Comments
NOTICE TO SAFETY PERSONNEL: THIS IS AN ORGANIC BASED PRODUCT MADE FROM FOOD GRADE SUBSTANCES WHICH WHEN DILUTED AND APPLIED BY TRAINED PERSONNEL SHOULD PRESENT NO UNDUE HAZARD TO THEMSELVES OR THE ENVIRONMENT. AS ALL OF THE MATERIALS ARE READILY AND NATURALLY DEGRADED, IT MAY THEREFORE BE CONSIDERED NON-TOXIC.
IMPORTANT: The information herein, while not guaranteed, was prepared by competent personnel and is true and accurate to the best of our knowledge. NO WARRANTY, OR GUARANTEE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED IS MADE REGARDING PERFORMANCE, STABILITY, OR OTHERWISE. This information is not intended to be all-inclusive as to the manner and conditions of use, handling and storage. Other factors may involve other additional safety or performance considerations. While our technical personnel will be happy to respond to questions regarding safe handling and use procedures, safe handling and use remains the responsibility of the customer. No suggestions for use intended as, and nothing herein shall be construed as a recommendation to infringe any existing patents or violate any Federal, State or local laws.