F577G MSDS.pdf

F 577 G Granular Fertilizer Micronutrient
Chemical Name: Proprietary mixture of oxides and sulfates
Guaranteed Analysis: 50% Fe, 3% S
CAS Registry Number: Proprietary
Product Use: Fertilizer Micronutrient Additive
Manufacturer/Supplier: Frit Industries Inc, PO Box 1589, Ozark, AL 36361-1589

Composition
Ingredients: Iron Oxide (50%), Iron Sulfate (20%), Zinc Oxide (5%), Zinc Sulfate (5%), Calcium Oxide (10%), Silica Dioxide (10%)

Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: Dark Brown Granule, non-flammable, but may decompose in extreme heat to produce toxic sulfur oxide gas and metal fume.
Caution: May cause eye, skin, and respiratory irritation.

First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, seek medical attention immediately.
Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15 minutes, seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Flush with water, if irritation develops, call physician.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention immediately.

Fire Fighting Measures
Conditions of Flammability: Non-flammable
Extinguishing Media: Water fog or spray, dry chemical, foam or carbon dioxide extinguishing agents.

Accidental Release Measures
Spill/Leak: Safely stop source of spill, restrict non-essential personnel from area, wear personal protective equipment.
Cleanup: Sweep up spilled solid material, return sweepings to stock or place into a chemical waste container for disposal.

Handling and Storage
Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances, protect from physical damage, avoid generating dust.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Applicable Exposure Limits: OSHA, ACGIH, NIOSH
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Gloves, long sleeved work clothes, eye protection, respirators.

Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State/Appearance/Odor: Dark Brown granules/slight metallic odor
pH: 4 – 6.5
Solubility in water: Partially soluble in water
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): 1.6

Emergency Phone Numbers
FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY: 800-457-4280
FOR MEDICAL/HANDLING EMERGENCIES: 800-457-4280