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Environmental Impact Statement - Final Report Proposed Agricultural Fertilizer Holding Facility

New Annan (Parcel No. 779140) Prince County, PEI

JOOSE ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT NO. JE0122

Report prepared for:

Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. 100 Midland Drive

Dieppe, NB E1A 6X4

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Environmental Impact Statement Fertilizer Holding Facility - New Annan (Parcel No. 779140), Prince County, PE

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Executive Summary

Joose Environmental Consulting Inc. (Joose Environmental) and DE Jardine Consulting (DE

Jardine) were contracted by Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. to complete an Environmental Impact

Statement for the purposed Fertilizer Holding Facility to be located in New Annan (Parcel No.

779140), Prince County, PEI.

Cavendish Agri Services is proposing to construct a fertilizer storage facility that will extend

industry standards in New Annan, Prince County, PEI to replace the their current facility and

operations located approximately 0.5 km to the northeast off of Route No. 2 (36 Old

Summerside Raod).

The subject site is situated south of Route No. 2 and east of Route No. 110 (MacIntyre Road) in

New Annan, Prince County, PEI and is identified as Parcel No. 779140 (refer to Figure No. 1

and Drawing No. 1, Appendix A). The site is located in a mixed commercial, residential and

agricultural area and is currently vacant undeveloped farmland.

The EIA for the proposed project was completed as per Section 9 of the PEI Environmental

Protection Act. The EIA evaluated the potential environmental effects of the proposed project

taking into consideration all activities required for the construction, operation and maintenance

of the facility.

As part of the EIS the following mitigation and environmental monitoring elements will be

adhered to during the construction and operation of the proposed facility, including:

Mitigation

• During construction and operation all provincial and federal codes, standards and best

management practices will be followed;

• During construction and operation (including accidents, potential malfunctions and

unplanned events) the contractors Environmental Protection Plan and Cavendish Agri

Services Ltd. Emergency Response Plan (ERP) will be adhered to;

• During operation mitigation for hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste will be conducted as outlined in Tables 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5 in Sections 3.2.8 and 3.2.9 of this report; and

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• An earthen berm will be constructed around the perimeter along the eastern and

southern boundary to reduce noise levels and improve the aesthetics experienced on

adjacent properties.

Environmental Monitoring

• During the construction period personnel the Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. project

manager or other designated personnel will conduct regular environmental monitoring

site inspections to ensure all construction components (i.e., silt fencing, erosion control,

etc.) adhere to the provincial/federal regulations and codes as well as the

procedures/controls outlined in the contractors Environmental Protection Plan (EPP);

and

• Regular environmental monitoring for any agriculture fertilizer product spills outside the

storage structures with clean-up procedures followed as per Cavendish Agri Services

Ltd.’s on-site management.

Based on the information obtained during the completion of the EIA, it can be concluded that the

potential environmental effects of the proposed project on all valued environmental components

(VECs - listed in Section 6 of this report) would not be significant during the construction,

operation and maintenance of the proposed facility with the planned mitigation and monitoring

elements in place. Consequently, it is recommended that the proposed project should proceed

as described and outlined in this report.

The statements made in this Executive Summary text are subject to the limitations included in

Section 8.0, and are to be read in conjunction with the remainder of this report.


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Table of Contents

1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 PROJECT NAME, PROPONENT INFORMATION AND AUTHORS OF EIS ....................... 1

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION ................................................................................................. 1 1.2.1 Project Overview .................................................................................................. 1 1.2.2 Current Site Description, Historical and Adjacent Land Use ................................. 1

1.3 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK ........................................................................................... 2

1.4 REGULATIONS AND STATUTES FOR ASSESSING THE PROJECT ............................... 3

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................. 4

2.1 PROJECT BACKGROUND ................................................................................................. 4

2.2 ALTERNATIVES TO PROJECT (OPTIONS CONSIDERED) .............................................. 5

2.3 PROJECT SCHEDULE ....................................................................................................... 5

3.0 PROJECT ACTIVITIES ...................................................................................................... 6

3.1 PLANNING COMPONENT .................................................................................................. 6 3.1.1 Property Acquisition ............................................................................................. 6 3.1.2 Project Survey ...................................................................................................... 7

3.2 CONSTRUCTION COMPONENT ....................................................................................... 7 3.2.1 Site Preparation and Access ................................................................................ 7 3.2.2 Site Structures and Operating Stations ................................................................. 7 3.2.3 Site Services (Water, Sewer and Power) .............................................................. 8 3.2.4 Storm Water Management ................................................................................... 8 3.2.5 Fuel Storage ......................................................................................................... 9 3.2.6 Hazardous Materials Storage ............................................................................... 9 3.2.7 Non-Hazardous Materials Storage ......................................................................10

3.3 OPERATION COMPONENT ..............................................................................................10 3.3.1 Use of Facility ......................................................................................................11 3.3.2 Operating Hours ..................................................................................................11 3.3.3 Agricultural Fertilizer Storage Operation ..............................................................11 3.3.4 Wastewater Management ....................................................................................12 3.3.5 Air Quality and Noise ...........................................................................................12 3.3.6 Site Security ........................................................................................................13 3.3.7 Emergency Response and Training.....................................................................13 3.3.8 Litter ....................................................................................................................14

3.4 DECOMMISSIONING ........................................................................................................14

4.0 SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT .................................................14

4.1 METHODOLOGY OF ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ................................................14

4.2 CONSULTATION ...............................................................................................................15

5.0 SUMMARY OF EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING .................................................16

5.1 PHYSICAL SETTING .........................................................................................................16


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5.1.1 Surficial Geology .................................................................................................16 5.1.2 Bedrock Geology .................................................................................................16 5.1.3 Topography and Regional Drainage ....................................................................17 5.1.4 Surface Water Drainage ......................................................................................17

5.2 SURFACE AND GROUNDWATER RESOURCES .............................................................17

5.3 ATMOSPHERIC ENVIRONMENT ......................................................................................17

5.4 TERRESTRIAL ENVIRONMENT .......................................................................................18

5.5 HUMAN ENVIRONMENT ...................................................................................................19

6.0 PROJECT INTERACTIONS WITH THE ENVIRONMENT (VECS TABLE) ........................19

7.0 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................................................22

8.0 CLOSURE .........................................................................................................................23

9.0 REFERENCES ..................................................................................................................25

List of Tables Table 1-1 Project Information …………………………………………………………………….1

Table 1-2 Adjoining Properties - Current Land Use ….……………………………………….. 2

Table 1-3 Approval Required - Proposed Agricultural Fertilizer Holding Facility…………… 4

Table 3-4 Hazardous Materials Storage...……………………………………………………… 9

Table 3-5 Non-Hazardous Materials Storage…..………………………………………………10

Table 5-1 Climate Norma Data 1981-2010 for Summerside Airport (Env. Canada)...……..18

Table 6-1 Proposed Project - VECs Interaction and Mitigation ……………………………...19

List of Appendices Appendix A Figure and Drawings

Appendix B Environmental Records Review

Appendix C Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. Emergency Response Plan (ERP)

Appendix D Questions/Comments and Associated Answers/Responses from Public and Technical Review Committee


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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Joose Environmental Consulting Inc. (Joose Environmental) and DE Jardine Consulting (DE

Jardine) were contracted by Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. (Cavendish Agri) to complete an

Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for a proposed agricultural fertilizer holding facility to be

constructed at a vacant agricultural property located in New Annan, Prince County, PEI.

1.1 Project Name, Proponent Information and Authors of EIS

Information regarding the project name, proponent and authors of the EIS is provided in Table

1-1.

Table 1-1. Project Information

Project Name Proposed Agricultural Fertilizer Holding Facility

Proponent Information Cavendish Agri Services Ltd.

Contact: Mr. Bruce Andrews - Manager Cavendish Agri Services Ltd.

Authors of EIS DE Jardine Consulting: Mr. Don Jardine, B.Sc.

Joose Environmental: Mr. Peter Joostema, P.Eng., CESA, FEC

1.2 Project Information

1.2.1 Project Overview

Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. (Cavendish Agri) is proposing to construct a new agricultural

fertilizer holding facility to be situated south of Route No. 2 and east of Route No. 110

(MacIntyre Road) in New Annan, Prince County, PEI to replace the existing facility. The existing

facility is located to the northeast of the subject site and north of Route No. 2 in New Annan,

Prince County, PEI (36 Old Summerside Road - Parcel No. 80879).

1.2.2 Current Site Description, Historical and Adjacent Land Use

The subject site is located south of Route No. 2 and east of McIntyre Road (Route No. 110) in

the district of New Annan, Prince County, PEI and is identified as Parcel No. 779140 (refer to

Figure No. 1 and Drawing No. 1, Appendix A). The site is located in a mixed commercial,

residential and agricultural area and is currently vacant, undeveloped farmland.

The subject property has been actively farmed by Indian River Farms with the production of

potatoes on a regular crop rotation. The majority of the property has been used for agricultural

purposes since the 1935 with sections having woodland (center and southern portions) with the




entire property being cleared and utilized for agricultural purposes by the mid-1980s. Based on

aerial photographs dating back to 1935 no structures have been developed on the subject site.

The District of New Annan is an unincorporated area with development in the being regulated by

the PEIDCLE that work with the Inspection Services branch within the Department regarding

new/proposed developments.

Adjacent and surrounding land use to the proposed project site is summarized in Table 1-2.

Table 1-2. Adjoining Properties - Current Land Use

Direction Current Land Use Current Occupant

North (across Route No. 2) Residential and

Agricultural Residential Dwellings and Farmland

East Residential and

Agricultural Residential Dwelling and Farmland

South Residential and

Agricultural Residential Dwellings and Farmland

West (across MacIntyre Road) Commercial, Residential

and Agricultural

Commercial (Antique Shop), Residential

Dwellings and Farmland

Approximately seventeen (17) residential properties and nineteen (19) potable wells (includes

commercial properties) are located within a 500 m radius from the center of the proposed AN

Storage to be constructed during Phase 1 of the development (refer to Drawing No. 1,

Appendix A). An environmental records review was obtained for the subject site and the

adjacent/surrounding properties and is included in Appendix B. Information provided in the

Environmental Records Review indicate that the PEIDCLE has no records of any hydrocarbon

spills, designation to the contaminated site registry or records on file for any permits, order or

approval under Section 9 of the Environmental Protection Act for the subject site or any

adjacent/surrounding properties included in the review request.

1.3 Regulatory Framework

The EIS for the proposed project has been conducted based on the regulatory framework

outlined in Section 9 of the PEI Environmental Protection Act (EPA).

Section 9 of the PEI EPA sets out the requirements of the environmental assessment process

that the proponent of an undertaking must complete before a project can proceed. The term

“undertaking” as outlined in the PEI EPA includes any construction, industry, operation or other

project which will or may:

i. cause the emission or discharge of any contaminant into the environment;




ii. have an effect on any unique, rare or endangered feature or the environment,

iii. have a significant effect on the environment or necessitate further development

which is likely to have a significant effect on the environment; or

iv. cause public concern because of its real or perceived effect or potential effect

on the environment.

As stated in the subsections of Section 9 in the PEI EPA, the process must adhere to the

following:

(1) No person shall initiate any undertaking unless that person first files a written

proposal with the Department and obtains from the Minister written approval to

proceed with the proposed undertaking.

(2) The minister, in considering a proposal submitted pursuant to subsection (1),

may

- require the person submitting it to supply such additional information as

the Minister may require;

- require that person to carry out an environmental impact assessment

and submit an environmental impact statement;

- notify the public of the proposal and provide opportunity for comment.

(3) An environmental assessment and environmental impact statement shall/have

such content as the Minister may direct.

(4) The approval required by this section is in addition to any other requirements

imposed by the province or a municipality.

As part of the process, the environmental impact assessment (EIA) and corresponding EIS must

be completed and submitted to the Technical Review Committee (comprised of provincial

regulatory agencies and potentially federal regulatory agencies) for review of the proposed

project. At the end of the EIA process, a determination on the proposed project approval would

be made (i.e., not approved, approved or approved with conditions). Should the EIS be

approved, the Minister of the PEI Department of Communities, Land and Environment

(PEIDCLE) issues a written approval pursuant to Section 28 of the PEI EPA.

1.4 Regulations and Statutes for Assessing the Project

An outline of the environmental legislation, approvals and guidelines that may be applicable to

the proposed project is provided in Table 1-3.




Table 1-3. Approvals Required - Proposed Agricultural Fertilizer Holding Facility

Required Approval Legislative Authority Authority Status

Environmental Impact Assessment

Section 9 of the PEI EPA PEIDCLE Application submitted on April 30, 2015

Development Permit PEIDCLE Inspection Services Branch within the Department

PEIDCLE Inspection Services Branch within the Department

Application to be submitted by Cavendish Agri Services Ltd.

Entrance Way Permits PEI Roads Act, Highway Access Regulations

PEI Department of Transportation, infrastructure and Energy (PEIDTIE)

Application to be submitted by Cavendish Agri Services Ltd.

Permission for Storage of Ammonium Nitrate (AN) via Order of the Commission (Canadian Transport Commission)

Government of Canada, Ammonium Nitrate Storage Facilities Regulations

Government of Canada, Department of Justice

Application to be submitted by Cavendish Agri Services Inc.

2.0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The proposed project is the construction of a new agricultural fertilizer holding facility that would

replace the existing aging facility located approximately 0.5 km northeast of the subject site off

of Route No. 2 (36 Old Summerside Road) in New Annan, Prince County, PEI.

2.1 Project Background

Based on the age of the current agricultural fertilizer holding facilities it was determined that new

facility was required for the following reasons:

• meet the current industry standards;

• provide increased volume;

• improved efficiency/quality; and

• future amalgamation of storage operations for some products at other aging facilities.

As a result the proposed project involves the construction and operation of a new fertilizer

holding facility that would include varies bulk storage buildings for various agricultural fertilizer

products (i.e., Ammonia Nitrate (AN), Potash, Urea, etc.), office and electrical/mechanical repair

structure.

The proposed layout of the new facility is shown on Drawing No. 2, Appendix A.




2.2 Alternatives to Project (Options Considered)

Alternatives to the project were considered including: 1) remaining at the current locations and

2) review of potential locations for the proposed new facility. Remaining at the current location

was deemed not a suitable alternative based on the age of the existing infrastructure and

location (with respect to development in the surrounding area).

A review of alternative locations for the proposed facility determined that different sites were not

acceptable due to various factors including, but not limited to the following:

- surrounding land use and development (outside city limits);

- topography and surface drainage; and

- accessibility (i.e., requirement to be adjacent Route No. 2 (all weather road)

and in close proximity to the Summerside Marine Terminal).

2.3 Project Schedule

The proposed new facility will be completed in a number of phases over a fifteen (15) year

period. The various phases of the proposed project are outlined below:

• Phase 1 (FY 2015) - construction period from September to December: access to the

subject site and establishment of a single structure for bulk storage of select agricultural

fertilizer products (i.e., AN and/or Potash and Filler). The structure will be situated on

the southeast corner of the subject site with gravel access from the southwest corner of

the property via MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110);

• Phase 2 (FY 2016-2020) - construction period for year built May to October:

establishment of a second structure for bulk storage of agricultural fertilizer products.

The storage structure to be constructed during Phase 2 will be situated along the

southwest section of the subject site and will include offices. As part of Phase 2 site

services will be established including a potable well for water supply and on-site septic

system for sanitary wastewater. A second and main access to the facility will be

established along the west of the property via MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110).

Agricultural fertilizer products to be stored include:

- Ammonium Sulphate (AS);

- Potash (MOP);

- Calcium Ammonium Nitrate (CAN);

- Urea_Granular Yara (Urea);

- Diammonium Phosphate (DAP);




- Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP);

- Triple Super Phosphate (Triple);

- Monoammonium Phosphate with Sulfur and Zinc (MEZ);

- Potassium Sulfate Granular (SOP);

- Potassium Magnesium Sulfate (Kmag);

- High Calcium Limestone (Filler);

- Gypsum;

- Boron;

- Zinc; and

- Manganese Sulfate (MN).


establishment of additional storage structures for equipment storage and

electrical/mechanical repair shop; and


establishment of additional storage structure for bulk storage of agricultural fertilizer

products including liquid aboveground fertilizer tanks.

An overview of the proposed development is provided on Drawing No. 2, Appendix A.

3.0 PROJECT ACTIVITIES

A description of the project activities for the new facility has been broken down into four main

components including:

• Planning;

• Construction;

• Operation; and

• Decommissioning.

3.1 Planning Component

3.1.1 Property Acquisition

The subject property for the proposed project was transferred from Indian River Farms to

Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. in 2015.




3.1.2 Project Survey

A topographical survey of the subject site was completed in May 2015 (prior to initiation of

Phase I construction) to assist with the layout and design of the proposed facility.

3.2 Construction Component

During the construction component it is expected that the equipment to be used will include, but

is not limited to excavators, bull dozers/earth movers, backhoes, boom trucks, tandem dump

trucks and a high capacity crane. During the construction period Cavendish Agri’s project

manager will conduct regular environmental monitoring site inspections to ensure all

construction components (i.e., silt fencing, erosion control, etc.) adhere to all provincial and

federal regulations and codes as well as the procedures/controls outlined in contractor’s

Environmental Protection Plan (EPP).

3.2.1 Site Preparation and Access

The site preparation will involve grubbing areas of the site which are proposed to be developed

with appropriate fill materials at various phases. The top soil grubbed from the areas to be

developed will be maintained on the subject site and will be utilized on-site for earthen berms

and landscaped areas. Select borrow and other aggregate fill materials will be required to build

up portions of the subject site for the various phases with an estimated total 12,500 m3 required

for the entire project.

Site Access

There will be two site accesses to the proposed facility including the initial one for Phase I of the

development at the southwest corner of the property via MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110). The

second and main access to the development will be established during Phase 2 along the west

boundary of the property via MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110). No significant issues associated

with the site access are expected.

3.2.2 Site Structures and Operating Stations

The new facility will replace the existing facility located approximately 0.5 km northeast of the

subject site off of Route No. 2 (36 Old Summerside Road) in New Annan, Prince County, PEI.

The proposed facility will include a number of storage structures mainly utilized for storage of

agricultural fertilizer products as well as offices and an equipment storage area with an electrical

and mechanical repair shop. The structure being constructed during Phase 1 for the bulk

storage of agricultural fertilizer products (mainly AN) will be a precast and prestressed concrete

structure with a concrete slab-on-grade foundation and floor which will meet all current




provincial/federal regulations and codes including the provincial fire code (see figure below for

example of the proposed AN storage structure).

Figure No. 1 - Proposed Phase I AN Storage Structure

3.2.3 Site Services (Water, Sewer and Power)

Potable well will be established during Phase 1 of the development to provide water for

emergencies in case of an accidental fire (i.e., sprinkler/fire suppressant system). The well

would be drilled on the south boundary of the property. Sewer services at the subject site will

be established during Phase 2 of the development with the installation of an on-site septic

system. The proposed location of the site well and septic system are shown on Drawing No. 2,

Appendix A.

There is a power transmission line along MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110) off the western

boundary of the property. Power to the facility would be routed from this transmission line by

Maritime Electric Company, Limited. Three phase power will be required for site operations.

3.2.4 Storm Water Management

The storm water will drain as per the contours of the land by overland flow and infiltration.

Stormwater water collected from the operational areas including the storage structures will be

directed to drainage ditches establish along the access roads and directed to the ditch running

along MacIntyre Road.

During the construction phases control measures including silt fencing will be utilized to

minimize run-off from the disturbed areas of the subject site and to mitigate any potential

environmental concerns.




3.2.5 Fuel Storage

Limited fuel storage will be established for the development during Phase 1 with a 1,900 L (500

US gallon) steel walled diesel aboveground storage tank (AST) having secondary concrete

containment with 110% capacity. This AST is required to operate a generator for pumping

water in case of emergency (i.e., sprinkler system). A second AST would be installed as part of

Phase 3 or 4 in the area of the electrical and mechanical building or fuelling equipment at the

proposed facility. The AST would be a 7,570 L (2,000 US gallon) double walled steel diesel

tank. The AST will be installed as per the PEI Environmental Protection Act and Petroleum

Storage Tanks Regulations current to when the installations take place. The condition of the

ASTs would be monitored on a regular basis by Cavendish Agri personnel to ensure no

environmental impacts.

3.2.6 Hazardous Materials Storage

As indicated in Section 2.3 a number of agricultural fertilizer products will be stored at the

subject property within weather proof storage buildings constructed according to industry

standards. An inventory of the types of hazardous materials to be stored at the proposed facility

is provided in Table 3-4.

Table 3-4. Hazardous Materials Storage

Activity Potential Contaminants Human Health Issues/Mitigation

Storage of Ammonia Nitrate (AN) for Phase 1 Est. Maximum Volume 11,000 MT.

Potential groundwater contaminants. Air contaminants (in case of fire), toxic smoke

AN product is being stored within a storage structure constructed to industry standards with concrete floor slab thus leaching to groundwater is eliminated. AN will be stored in accordance with The Government of Canada, Ammonium Nitrate Storage Regulations to reduce health issues and to mitigate against environmental contamination. Fire and spill response procedures as per Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. Emergency Response Plan (Appendix C)

Storage of additional Agricultural Fertilizer Products including: Est. Maximum Volume for Phase 1 - Filler (480 MT). Est. Maximum Volume for Phase 2 - AS (480 MT),

Potential groundwater contaminants. Air contaminants (in case of

Fertilizer products are being stored within storage structures constructed to industry standards with concrete floor slabs thus leaching to groundwater is eliminated. Fire and spill response procedures as




Activity Potential Contaminants Human Health Issues/Mitigation

Potash/MOP (5,500 MT), CAN (480 MT), Urea (480 MT), DAP (480 MT), MAP (480 MT), Triple (480 MT), MEZ (480 MT), SOP (480 MT), Kmag (480 MT), , Gypsum (480 MT), Boron (50 MT), Zinc (50 MT) and MN (50 MT)

fire), toxic smoke per Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. Emergency Response Plan (ERP) - refer to Appendix C.

Petroleum storage Diesel fuel, furnace fuel and additives,

Spill response procedure as per Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. ERP – refer to Appendix C.

Notes:

MT = Metric Tonnes

Agricultural fertilizer products with material safety data sheet (MSDS) will be kept up-to-date in a

central location that is easily accessible by all personnel at the storage facility. An emergency

spill response kit will be provided on site with staff trained in the proper method of responding to

spills, leaks or chemical exposure (refer to Emergency Response Plan - including MSDSs,

Appendix B).

3.2.7 Non-Hazardous Materials Storage

There are quantities of non-hazardous material which will be stored at the site. A list of these

with suggested mitigation procedures is provided Table 3-5.

Table 3-5. Non-Hazardous Materials Storage

Material Potential Issue Mitigation

Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)

Litter, leaching of contaminants MSW to be sorted as per waste watch requirements and placed in secure storage containers. Waste, compost and recyclables to be transported to appropriate management facilities as required, eliminating odours and preventing overflow of storage containers.

3.3 Operation Component

The first phase of site operations is expected to begin in September 2015. This will be related to

the development of the access road and construction of the initial structure for bulk storage of

agricultural fertilizer product. The initial Phase of the development will be a precast and

prestressed concrete structure with a concrete slab-on-grade foundation/floor and




concrete/steel roof to be used for the storage of AN product. The AN structure will be

constructed according Industry Standards (including federal regulations). The remaining site

components will be brought on line in three phases over a fifteen (15) year period.

3.3.1 Use of Facility

The site will not be accessible to the general public for security and safety reasons. Bulk

transport vehicles will access the site during stockpiling periods and also during the delivery of

products to the end users.

3.3.2 Operating Hours

An outline of the operating hours for the proposed facility is provided for each phase of the

development:

Phase 1

During in season (i.e., May, June and July) the facility will operate daily (6 days per week)

between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. Off season (i.e., approximately one week in October) the facility

will operate between 7:00 am and 11:00 pm. The off-season operating hours will be dependent

on weather conditions and demand for products.

Phase 2

During in season (i.e., May, June and July) the facility will operate daily (6 days per week)

between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm. Off-season (i.e., approximately one week in October,

November and December) the facility will between 7:00 am and 11:00 pm. The off-season

operating hours will be dependent on weather conditions and demand for products.

Phase 3 and 4

The office area constructed as part of Phase 3 will operate daily from 8:00 to 5:00 pm (5 days

per week) with the other operations at the facility maintaining the same schedule as outlined in

Phase 2.

3.3.3 Agricultural Fertilizer Storage Operation

The proposed agricultural fertilizer holding facility will store increased volumes of products as

the site is fully developed over the various phases of the project as outlined below:

Phase 1: Initial structure to be constructed for the development will be for dedicated storage of

AN. With this storage structure it will allow for increased capacity and reduced risks to the




environment and the public. The new structure will be operated to industry standards which are

deemed to be best in class for reducing our risk the environment and public safety.

Phase 2: Additional agricultural fertilizer storage structures to increase capacity, quality and the

ability for blending of products at the facility in order to keep pace with the agricultural industry’s

demand.

Phase 3: Additional structures for agricultural fertilizer storage, equipment storage and

electrical/mechanical repairs. Phase 3 will allow for more strategic planning for preventive

maintenance and central equipment storage.

Phase 4: Additional structures for the amalgamation of agricultural fertilizer product storage

including the installation of aboveground liquid fertilizer tanks. Phase 4 will allow Cavendish

Agri Services to consolidate all agricultural fertilizer storage operations to the proposed site

which will allow for the decommissioning of the existing location in New Annan and reduced

production at the Summerside facility.

As part of the operation for all phases of the agricultural fertilizer holding facility equipment to be

used at the site would include front end loader, electric mobile conveyers and single/double

tandem dump trucks. The volume of truck traffic upon completion of the final phase of the

proposed development would be as follows:

• January to March - minimal traffic (0 to 5 trucks); • April - approximately 100 trucks; • May - approximately 600 trucks (peak period - planting season); • June - approximately 100 trucks; • July to November - approximately 50 to 75 trucks; and • December - approximately 500 trucks (peak period - product storage).

3.3.4 Wastewater Management

An on-site sewage disposal system will be installed on the proposed site during Phase 2 of the

project (refer to Drawing No. 2, Appendix A). This system will be designed and installed

according to applicable provincial regulations.

3.3.5 Air Quality and Noise

The main potential air quality issues associated with the new facility would include:

• emissions from vehicles;




• fugitive fine particulate matter (dust) from activities on bare soil or unpaved site access

roads; and

• potential air contaminants in case of fire (refer Section 3.2.6 - mitigated as per ERP

Appendix C).

There are several potential generators of noise from site operations including:

• heavy equipment and trucks operating on the site;

• loading and unloading materials;

• vehicle exhaust;

• tail gate clanging;

• back up alarms on vehicles; and

• grass cutting and related activities.

An earthen berm will be constructed along the southern boundary of the site to reduce noise for

adjacent residents. In addition, the majority of activity at the subject site (i.e., loading and

unloading agricultural fertilizer products) would take place within the individual structures.

3.3.6 Site Security

Security will be completed as per federal and provincial legislation for the materials being stored

on the site. Cavendish Agri will conduct regular inspections and will have the following security

measures in place including:

• Motion sensors with lighting;

• Video surveillance system;

• Gated entrance (Locked outside of operation hours); and

• Phone line

3.3.7 Emergency Response and Training

Fire extinguishers will be provided inside all buildings and emergency call numbers for the local

fire department, EMS, RCMP and environmental emergency response will be posted in

prominent locations. The site is located in the Kensington Fire District and a fire hall is located

within 5 km of the proposed site.

All site staff will be trained in emergency response basics and will be aware of all protocols for

notification in the event of emergency situations. Staff will also be trained as per the ERP

developed by the Cavendish Agri, safety coordinator (refer to Appendix C). NFPA Code 490 is

in effect on PEI via the PEI Fire Prevention Act Codes and Standards Order Section 1.




3.3.8 Litter

Site staff will monitor for the presence of litter on a regular basis and will make arrangements for

the picking of litter when deemed necessary by the site manager.

3.4 Decommissioning

It is expected the life capacity of the proposed facility will be a minimum of several decades. At

some point it is understood the proposed facility and all associated infrastructure will be

decommissioned at the end of its service life. At that time it is expected that all existing

structures and infrastructure would be demolished/removed (including the concrete foundations)

and disposed of off-site in accordance with the applicable standards, guidelines and regulations

for that period.

4.0 SCOPE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT

The details of the environmental impact assessment including methodology and consultation

process are outlined in the following sections.

4.1 Methodology of Environmental Assessment

An EIA is an important process for reviewing potential environmental effects associated with the

development of proposed projects. In order to enable the review of potential issues, an

understanding and description of the environment where the proposed development will occur,

or have a possible impact on, was developed from the review of existing information available

for the area. The potential positive and negative interactions between the proposed project

activities and the environment were identified. In the event negative interactions were

anticipated and the potential effects were deemed a concern, mitigation methods were put forth

for consideration.

As identified in the PEIDCLE Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines (Revised January

2010) a complete process is completed in stages as outlined below:

• Stage 1: Describing the proposed project and establishing environmental baseline

conditions for the subject site.

• Stage 2: Determining the potential environmental issues and limits of the EIA in relation

to the proposed project.

• Stage 3: Accessing the potential environmental effects of the project.




• Stage 4: Identifying mitigation measures to remove/minimize potential adverse effects to

the environment.

• Stage 5: Establish environmental monitoring and follow-up programs (if required).

The EIA focuses on the evaluation of Valued Environmental Components (VECs) that are those

aspects of the ecosystem of associated socio-economic systems that are important to the public

and other stakeholders. The VECs for the proposed project were selected based on the

interactions between the proposed project activities and the environmental and known or

perceived public concerns related to social, cultural, economic or aesthetic values. All Phases

of the proposed project are assessed including:

• Construction;

• Operation and Maintenance;

• Accidents or malfunctions; and

• Unplanned events due to weather or other factors.

4.2 Consultation

As part of the consultation process meetings were held with representatives of the PEIDCLE to

discuss the proposed project in order to determine the required scope of the environmental

assessment and the overall level required for the biophysical component of the study. Meetings

were held with representatives of Cavendish Agri to discuss the proposed design/layout of the

facility at the subject site. Cavendish Agri representatives also met with the following municipal,

provincial and federal organizations:

• PEI Department of Agriculture and Forestry;

• PEI Office of Public Safety and Provincial Fire Marshall’s Office;

• Kensington Fire Department;

• PEI Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal;

• Government of Canada Transport Commission (for AN Storage)

The proposed site was visited by the consultant (Joose Environmental and DE Jardine) in order

to review current site conditions and operations on the adjacent properties.

The PEIDCLE completed a risk assessment regarding the proposed project and determined that

consultation with the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI was not required for this particular proposal.

Stakeholders and the general public will be invited to participate in the environmental

assessment process of the proposed project. It has been determined, in consultation with

PEIDCLE that a Level I Public Consultation will be required for the proposed project. The




purpose of the public consultation is to inform the residents in the local area and general public

about the proposed project and any potential environmental issues. Upon submission of the

EIS document, Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. will post a notice in the local newspapers to advise

the public of the proposed project and provide contact information for the PEIDCLE assessment

coordinator to provide comments and request additional information. The EIS will be posted on

the Government of PEI website (www.gov.pe.ca) along with other related information regarding

the proposed project.

Comments/questions regarding the proposed project can be submitted to the PEIDCLE

assessment coordinator for a period of ten (10) days following the posting of the notice within

the local newspapers. Comments/questions regarding the proposed development obtained

from the public and the technical review committee is outlined in Table D-1 (Appendix D) along

with corresponding answers/responses.

5.0 SUMMARY OF EXISTING ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING

The following sections provide an overview of the existing environmental setting at the subject

site.

5.1 Physical Setting

5.1.1 Surficial Geology

Based on an available surficial geology map, the native surficial soils of the subject site consist

of glacial till deposits, principally comprised of a combination of gravel, sand, silt and clay. The

characteristic permeability of these soils is moderate. Information obtained for agricultural soils

for the area (PEI Department of Agriculture and Forestry - 1:5800 mapping and Soils of Prince

Edward Island, Prince County - 1:75000 mapping) indicates that the surficial soil type at the

subject site consists predominately of a Charlottetown (Ch) map unit with approximately ten

percent of the Malpeque (Ma) map unit. The Ch soils are well suited for a variety of crops

although erosion hazard is a limiting factor. These soils have good drainage and permeability

characteristics with the slope class for the area being undulating to gently rolling.

5.1.2 Bedrock Geology

Based on an available geology maps, bedrock in the area of the subject site consists of Upper

Paleozoic (Pictou Group) Lower Permian Megacyclic Sequence III - that is made up of redbeds;

conglormerate, sandstone and siltstone (H.W. van de Poll, 1977). The bedrock bedding strike is

approximately east-west along the axis of PEI and the flat-lying bedrock dip is north to northeast

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at one to three degrees (van de Poll, 1983). The depth below ground surface to the bedrock is

variable but an overburden thickness of approximately 5 m would be typical in this area.

5.1.3 Topography and Regional Drainage

Based on available topographic mapping and the observed site topography, regional drainage

(anticipated groundwater flow direction) is relatively flat with a slight downward grade to the

southwest (i.e., towards Barbara Weit River) at an average gradient of approximately 1 percent.

5.1.4 Surface Water Drainage

Surfaces at the site currently consist primarily of farmland with wooded hedgerows along the

east and south boundaries of the subject property with surface water anticipated to drain by

infiltration and overland flow into the drainage ditches located along Route No. 2 and MacIntyre

Road. The majority of the surface drainage is expected to flow towards the Barbara Weit River

located to the south of the subject site.

5.2 Surface and Groundwater Resources

The subject site is located within the Barbara Weit watershed with no watercourses or wetlands

on the proposed site. The Barbara Weit River is located approximately 250 m from the nearest

point on the proposed property development (refer to Drawing No. 1, Appendix A). The major

user of groundwater in this watershed is the Cavendish Farms Potato processing facility located

to the west of the subject site. The proposed development and installation of a single well at the

subject site for potable and emergency (fire) supply is not deemed to have a significant

influence on the surface and groundwater resources in the area. The daily average usage when

the facility is fully operational is expected to be similar to a domestic use for a single family

home with the exception of emergency situations.

Two groundwater monitor wells (MWs) will be installed on the southern boundary of the property

(down-gradient) with the final locations and monitoring requirements determined in accordance

with PEIDCLE’s requirements (refer to Drawing No. 2, Appendix A).

5.3 Atmospheric Environment

Air quality in the area surrounding the subject site is affected by activities associated with local

traffic, commercial/industrial operations. In general the air quality in the area surrounding the

proposed project site meets the air quality standards as set out by the PEI EPA Air Quality

Regulations.




The nearest climate station is located at the Summerside Airport which is located within 15 km

of the proposed site. Climate records are available for this station from 1942 to the present.

Climate normal data is available from Environment Canada for the 1981 to 2010 time period

with Table 5-1 showing the normal values for each month during this time interval.

Table 5.1 Climate Normal Data 1981-2010 for Summerside Airport (Environment Canada)

Parameter Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Year

Daily Avg Temp (C)

-7.7 -6.9 -2.9 3.0 9.5 14.7 19.2 18.6 14.1 8.4 2.6 -3.8 5.7

Rainfall (mm)

25.2 24.9 34.6 61.3 94.9 91.3 74.1 92.7 96.8 87.0 77.2 49.2 809.1

Snowfall (cm)

78.5 53.4 47.4 22.2 3.2 --- --- --- --- 0.7 19.1 53.5 277.9

Total Prec. (mm)

96.2 74.9 79.4 84.2 97.7 91.3 74.1 92.7 96.8 87.7 97.7 100.3 1072.9

Weather extremes for the Summerside Airport station recorded during the period of record

(1943 to 2010) as listed below:

• Extreme Maximum Temperature: 33.3 C on August 13, 1944;

• Extreme Minimum Temperature: -29.9 C on Jan. 18, 1982;

• Extreme daily rainfall: 111.8 mm on Aug. 13, 1948;

• Extreme daily snowfall: 53.6 cm on Jan. 1, 1961;

• Extreme snow depth: 114 cm on Feb. 14, 1978;

• Maximum hourly wind speed: 121 km/h on Jan. 20, 1961;

• Extreme wind gust: 145 km/h on Feb. 2, 1976;

• Extreme humidex value: 41.7 on July 7, 1989;

• Average date of last spring frost: May 24th;

• Average date of first fall frost: Oct. 8th; and

• Average length of frost free period: 141 days

5.4 Terrestrial Environment

No rare or native plant species are suspected to be presence on the subject site as the property

has been used for agricultural purposes since 1935. All development will be located within the

farmland area with no impact to the hedgerows that border the subject site. No wetlands were

identified or reported to be on the subject site. During the completion of the current EIS report

information from the following sources was reviewed:

• Government of Canada - Species at Risk;

• Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC); and

• eBird.com.




5.5 Human Environment

The land was transferred from Indian River Farms to Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. in May 2015.

The site has been used for agricultural purposes since 1935 with the land being farmed

primarily for potato crops on a four (4) year rotation.

The PEIDCLE completed a risk assessment regarding the proposed project and determined that

consultation with the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI was not required for this particular proposal.

During construction, operations will be halted in any areas where items of potential cultural

significance are discovered until they are assessed by archaeological authorities.

6.0 PROJECT INTERACTIONS WITH THE ENVIRONMENT (VECS TABLE)

A qualitative review of the potential interaction that the construction and operation of the

proposed Agricultural Fertilizer Holding Facility would have on the specific VECs that are of

particular value or interest to regulatory agencies, the public and other stakeholders are outlined

in Table 6.1.

The residual impacts rating for each of the VECs assessed is based on the following

significance:

0 = No residual impacts expected as the environmental effects are not considered

significant.

1= Insignificant - interaction occurs however based on the mitigation in place the

environmental effects are not consider significant.

2= Significant - interaction could result in an environmental effect even with

mitigation in place.

Table 6-1. Proposed Project - VECs Interactions and Mitigation

VECs Description of Effects Required Mitigation

Residual

Impact

Rating

Land Use Project footprint is consistent

with existing land use in the

surrounding area. Current land

use is vacant undeveloped

(farmland). Adjacent and

surrounding land use consists of

None 0





Residual

Impact

Rating

a mix of commercial, residential

and agricultural. The subject

site has historically been utilized

as farmland dating back to 1935.

Groundwater

Resources

Single groundwater well to be

drilled during Phase 1 of the

project to provide water for the

sprinkler system and potable

water to the facility for future

phases.

Potential degradation of

groundwater quality in the area

due to the bulk storage of

agricultural fertilizer products.

All agricultural products will be

stored within the on-site

structures that will be constructed

with concrete floor slabs. The

majority of loading and unloading

agricultural fertilizer products will

take place within the storage

structures with minimum moving

of products directly outside the

structures on concrete pads.

Any loss of fertilizer product on

the exterior concrete pads will be

cleaned and recovered

immediately.

Two groundwater monitor wells

(MWs) will be installed on the

southern boundary of the

property (down-gradient) with the

final locations and monitoring

requirements determined in

accordance with PEIDCLE’s

requirements.

1

Terrestrial

Environment

Disturbance of the terrestrial

environment will be minimal and

limited to the previously

disturbed areas (i.e., farmland).

None 0

Air Quality Excess noise and dust caused

for the short term and locally

during the construction phase of

the development.

Excess noise caused for short

durations during operation of the

facility. This includes transfer to

and from site of agricultural

fertilizer products during peak

Appropriate noise suppression

and dust control as required

under the contractor’s EPP that

adheres to the applicable

PEIDCLE and PEI Occupational

Health and Safety Regulations

(e.g., using a water truck to

suppress dust as required during

the construction phases). In

addition, the majority of activity at

1





Residual

Impact

Rating

seasons and short period during

off-season.

Air Quality may be impacted by

a fire in the fertilizer storage

building.

the subject site (i.e., loading and

unloading agricultural fertilizer

products) would take place within

the individual structures.

Air quality can be mitigated by

proper storage for storage of AN

by Government of Canada

storage requirements and as per

NPFA Code 490. Advising all fire

departments in the area who

could respond to a fire at the site

should be advised of the

chemicals stored on site.

First

Nation/Aboriginal

Communities

The PEIDCLE completed a risk

assessment regarding the

proposed project and

determined that consultation

with the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of

PEI was not required for this

particular proposal.

None 0

Health and Safety Project activities during

construction and operation

(including accidents, potential

malfunctions and unplanned

events) could result in risk to the

public or workers if not carried

out in a safe and proper manner.

The construction and operation

of the facility is subject to the

PEI Occupational Health and

Safety regulations. Proper

safety procedures must be

followed during the duration of

the project as per applicable

provincial and federal

regulations.

Proper safety procedures must

be followed during the duration of

the project as per applicable

municipal, provincial and federal

regulations. In addition, the

facility will be constructed and

operated following all applicable

provincial and federal codes

(including Cavendish Agri

Services Ltd. Emergency

Response Plan).

1

Road

Transportation

During construction, materials

and supplies will be transported

to the site with construction

workers traveling to the site by

During construction and

operation, the project site will be

accessed by existing roadways

with all facility related vehicles

1





Residual

Impact

Rating

passenger vehicle.

During operation, fleet vehicles

including transport trucks will be

accessing the facility on a

regular basis as outlined in

Section.

obeying provincial traffic laws

and corresponding Transport

Canada Regulations.

Archaeology,

Palaeontology

and/or Heritage

Resources

Project will have minimal ground

disturbance. Construction of the

facility will require removal of fill

materials and placement of

structural fill. The areas of the

site to be developed have been

used as farmland or were

previously developed and it is

unlikely to interact with

archaeology, palaeontology and

heritage resources.

None 0

Environmental

Effects

Environmental effects refer to

forces of nature (i.e., severe

weather, earth quakes, etc.) that

could affect the project

physically or hamper

construction or operation of the

facility.

Compliance with provincial and

federal codes, standards and

best management practices that

inherently account for the

potential environmental effects

on the project.

1

Significance of residual impacts rates as follows: 0 = None; 1= Insignificant; 2 = Significant.

7.0 CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The EIA for the proposed project was completed as per Section 9 of the PEI EPA. The EIA

evaluated the potential environmental effects of the proposed project taking into consideration

all activities required for the construction, operation and maintenance of the facility. As part of

the EIS the following mitigation and environmental monitoring elements will be adhered to

during the construction and operation of the proposed facility, including:

Mitigation

• During construction and operation all provincial and federal codes, standards and best

management practices will be followed;




• During construction and operation (including accidents, potential malfunctions and

unplanned events) the contractors Environmental Protection Plan and Cavendish Agri

Services Ltd. ERP will be adhered to;

• During operation mitigation for hazardous waste and non-hazardous waste will be conducted as outlined in Tables 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5 in Sections 3.2.8 and 3.2.9 of this report; and

• An earthen berm will be constructed around the perimeter along the eastern and

southern boundary to reduce noise levels and improve the aesthetics experienced on

adjacent properties.

Environmental Monitoring

• During the construction period personnel the Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. project

manager or designated personnel will conduct regular environmental monitoring site

inspections to ensure all construction components (i.e., silt fencing, erosion control, etc.)

adhere to the provincial/federal regulations and codes as well as the procedures/controls

outlined in the contractors EPP; and

• Regular environmental monitoring for any agriculture fertilizer product spills outside the

storage structures with clean-up procedures followed as per Cavendish Agri’s on-site

management.

Based on the information obtained during the completion of the EIA, it can be concluded that the

potential environmental effects of the proposed project on all valued environmental components

(VECs - listed in Section 6 of this report) would not be significant during the construction,

operation and maintenance of the proposed facility with the planned mitigation and monitoring

elements in place. Consequently, it is recommended that the proposed project should proceed

as described and outlined in this report.

8.0 CLOSURE

This report has been prepared for the sole benefit of Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. The report

may not be used by any other person or entity without the express written consent of Joose

Environmental Consulting Inc., DE Jardine Consulting and Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. Any

uses which a third party makes of this report, or any reliance on decisions made based on it, are

the responsibility of such third parties. Joose Environmental accepts no responsibility for

damages, if any, suffered by any third party as a result of decisions made or actions taken

based on this report.




Some of the information presented in this report was provided through existing documents and

interviews. Although attempts were made, whenever possible, to obtain a minimum of two

confirmatory sources of information, we in certain instances have been required to assume that

the information provided is accurate.

The information and conclusions contained in this report are based upon work undertaken by

trained professional and technical staff in accordance with generally accepted engineering and

scientific practices current at the time the work was performed. The conclusions and

recommendations presented represent the best judgement of Joose Environmental based on

the data obtained during the assessment. Due to the nature of the assessment and the limited

data available, Joose Environmental cannot warrant against undiscovered environmental

liabilities. Conclusions and recommendations presented in this report should not be construed

as legal advice.

This report was prepared by Mr. Don Jardine, B.Sc. and Mr. Peter H. Joostema, FEC, P.Eng.,

CESA. We trust this report contains all of the information required at this time, and we are

available at your convenience should you have any questions.

Sincerely,

JOOSE ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING INC. and DE JARDINE CONSULTING

________________________________ _________________________

Peter H. Joostema, FEC, P.Eng., CESA Don Jardine, B.Sc.

Principal Environmental Engineer Senior Environmental Scientist

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]




9.0 REFERENCES

Canada’s Historic Places - http://www.historicplaces.ca/en/pages/register-repertoire.aspx Committee on the Status of Endanger Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC) - October 2014 Environment Canada - Atmospheric Environmental Services. Summerside Airport Climate Normal for period 1981 - 2010. Government of Canada - Species at Risk: www.sararegistry.gc.ca

Historical Places of Prince Edward Island - http://www.gov.pe.ca/hpo/ Prest, V. K. (1973) Surficial Deposits of Prince Edward Island - Geology Survey of Canada Map 1366A. Soil of Prince Edward Island - Research Branch Agriculture Canada (1988). Van de Pol, H.W. (1983) Geology of Prince Edward Island - Department of Energy and Forestry, Energy and Minerals Branch. Information from Other Sources PEI Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Renewal:

- Mr. Alan Aitken, P.Eng., Traffic Operations Engineer PEI Department of Environment, Labour and Justice:

- Mr. Dale Thompson, Environmental Officer - Mr. Greg Wilson, Manager Environmental Land Management - Mr. Jay Carr, Chief Development Officer - Land Inspection Branch

Provincial Fire Marshall: Mr. Dave Rossiter PEI Office of Public Safety: Mr. Rick Singer

http://www.historicplaces.ca/en/pages/register-repertoire.aspx

http://www.sararegistry.gc.ca/


©Joose Environmental Consulting Inc. 2015

APPENDIX A Figure and Drawings



APPENDIX B Environmental Records Review



APPENDIX C

Cavendish Agri Services Inc - Emergency Response Plan (ERP)

Cavendish Agri Services Emergency Response Plan Page 1

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN

May 19th, 2015

Cavendish Agri Services Limited New Annan Bulk Storage Facility

Branch Office Phone: 902-436-4884 (Travellers Rest Office)

Supervisor Kent Wood Cell Phone: 902-888-8796


TABLE OF CONTENTS EVENTS THAT INITIATE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN ................................................................. 3

IMMEDIATE RESPONSE CHECKLIST ..................................................................................................... 4

CONTINUING RESPONSE........................................................................................................................... 4

COMMAND POST ......................................................................................................................................... 4

EMERGENCY CONTACT TREE – CAVENDISH AGRI SERVICES....................................................... 4

EMERGENCY CONTACTS.......................................................................................................................... 5

SITE PLAN ..................................................................................................................................................... 7

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN DISTRIBUTION .................................................................................. 8

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN UPDATES ............................................................................................ 8

SURROUNDING AREA CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................... 9

SITE EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT LISTING ........................................................................................... 10

RISK ASSESSMENT ................................................................................................................................... 12

GENERAL ASSESSMENT...............................................................................................................................................12

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION ..........................................................................................................................................12

CONFINED SPACE: AT HEIGHTS RESCUE........................................................................................... 13

CONTAINMENT PLAN .............................................................................................................................. 13

RESPONSE TRAINING & TESTS ............................................................................................................. 14

SUPPORTING DATA .................................................................................................................................. 16

EMPLOYEE & TENANT LISTING .................................................................................................................................17

PREPARING THE INVESTIGATION REPORT .............................................................................................................17

TRANSPORTATION ........................................................................................................................................................17

DETAILED INVENTORY LISTING ...............................................................................................................................18

LETTERS OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT .........................................................................................................................18

Appendices Attached MSDS for each product


EVENTS THAT INITIATE EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN If there is any doubt to severity, urgency, threat or impact of any event – consult with Cavendish Agri Services Senior Management immediately. Always consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet The following events shall initiate this Emergency Response Plan:

Major Injury Natural Disasters Theft of Ammonium Nitrate Fertilizer Spill Fuel spill Flooding Building Damage or Vandalism

In each instance, the Site Emergency Coordinator shall assess the situation for

Severity – nature, size and extent of the situation Urgency – potential to escalate quickly Threat – effects or risk of damage may become significant Impact – effects to people, the environment, property, or Cavendish

Spills of the following materials are considered reportable by law:

SUBSTANCE QUANTITY Fuel / Oil Any quantity Bulk Fertilizer 50 Kg or more

Any spill that can be immediately stopped and cleaned-up with absolutely no adverse effects to

the environment, community or employees should be consulted with Senior Management prior to reporting


IMMEDIATE RESPONSE CHECKLIST

1. Upon discovering Fire or spill of any kind immediately alert all people on site. If necessary, manually set off alarm.

2. Fire - Fight the fire only if can be done safely

3. Spill – If spill can be safely contained, put on proper clean-up clothing and limit spill

4. Contact Site Emergency Coordinator or alternate to call local Fire Department (911)

Site Emergency Coordinator: Kent Wood

5. Assess the situation (better to overreact where not sure): Severity – nature, size and extent of the situation Urgency – potential to escalate quickly Threat – effects or risk of damage may become significant Impact – effects to people, the environment, property, or Cavendish

6. At discretion of Site Emergency Coordinator or if unsure, evacuate property to designated

gathering area (Kensington Agri Services office) and perform head count. 7. Follow Cavendish Agri Emergency Response Tree

8. Upon notification or if necessary proceed to begin notifying Emergency Contact List

CONTINUING RESPONSE

Evacuate premises to an up-wind location Follow instruction from Site Emergency Coordinator Employees with First Aid training to treat injured persons Await arrival and direction from emergency responders before turning off utilities if no

emergency shut-off installed Prepare command post and begin notifying necessary people Do not re-enter until Site Emergency Coordinator has given “All-Clear”

COMMAND POST

In the event of an emergency, the command post shall be located at: Name: Travelers Rest Agri office Location: 801 Read Drive, Summerside, PE

EMERGENCY CONTACT TREE – CAVENDISH AGRI SERVICES

General Manager Bruce Andrews Cell 902-439-9057


Industrial Security – (506) 648-3060 Communications- Ken Reid (506) 866-3042 cell

Mary Keith (506) 650-8209 cell Branch Specific Information: Address: Parcel No. 779140 at the corner of Route No. 2 and MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110) in the District of New Annan, Prince County, PEI. Site Emergency Coordinator: Kent Wood Cell 902-888-8796 Alternate: Weldon Caseley Cell 902-439-0802

EMERGENCY CONTACTS Fire Department: 911 or 902-629-4083 Local Police: 911 or 902-629-4172 Ambulance: 911 Hospital: 911 or 902-894-2111 Poison Control: 911 or 1-800-565-8161 RCMP: 911 or 902-566-7112

Safety & Environment James Vaughan, VP Cell 506-439-0416

Human Resources Rebecca Miggiani Cell 506-874-5327

Safety Brian Good Cell 902-439-6235

Environment Alan McCormick, Director Health, Safety & Environment Cell 902-439-8697

Operations Vacant

Site Emergency Coordinator Kent Wood Cell 902-888-8796

Alternate Emergency Coordinator Weldon Caseley Cell 902-439-0802


ENVIRONMENTAL EMERGENCIES

ENVIRONMENTAL SPILLS – LAND / IN BUILDING CANUTEC Canada (Highways) 1-613-996-6666 Dept of Environment PEI 1-800-565-1633

ENVIRONMENTAL SPILLS - WATER Coast Guard 1-800-565-1633 Dept of Fisheries & Oceans 1-613-993-0999

EMERGENCY MEASURES – FIRES/ MAJOR SPILLS/ TERRORISM Emergency Measures PEI 1-902-892-9365

AMMONIUM NITRATE SECURITY EMERGENCIES Irving Industrial Security 1-506-648-3060 Chief Inspector – Explosives Canada Only 1-613-948-5200 Duties of the Emergency Coordinators:

Take charge and coordinate all activities until the emergency response team arrive Confirm the emergency, determine immediate response, and contact responders Ensure the proper Company contacts and Industrial/Corporate Security are advised of the

emergency as soon as practical. Industrial Security is to be focal point of information. Greet responders and identify hazards and present Emergency Response Plan Inform responders of all dangerous and hazardous materials, where they are, and how much

there is. Responsible for designating someone to inform surrounding homes/businesses Responsible for ensuring no visitors, deliveries, public or media enter the site Responsible for giving the “All Clear” to employees Responsible for completing the Internal and External Incident reports complete with pictures

and timelines. No employee is to discuss any business or emergency with the media. All media inquiries are to be directed to Communications- Ken Reid (506) 866-3042 cell Mary Keith (506) 650-8209 cell


SITE PLAN


EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN DISTRIBUTION Copies of this plan have been distributed to the following:

2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 General Office Area x Site Emergency Coordinator (Office) x Site Emergency Coordinator (Home) x Alternate Emergency Coordinator x Cavendish Head Office x Safety Manager x Cavendish Operations Manager x VP of Safety & Environment X Director of EHS X Scale House X

Local Fire Department X Local Police Dept/Detachment X Local Emergency Measures X

EMERGENCY RESPONSE PLAN UPDATES This Emergency Response Plan was last updated: Date:May 19th Name (Print): Brian Good Signature: The next planned update is scheduled for: May 2016


SURROUNDING AREA CONTACT INFORMATION Record names, phone numbers, and contacts for all neighbouring homes or businesses: Locations on the MacIntyre Road (Route No. 110). West side of the road East side of the road

Location: PID # 814350

Contact: Harcor Holdings Inc. Address: Civic # 308 Phone #: Mobile #: Location: PID # 697789 Contact: Barry & Georgie Bertram Address: Civic # 316 Phone #: (902)-836-4138 Mobile #: Location: PID: 720706 Contact: George Kilbride Address: Civic# 324 Phone #: (902)- 836-3193 Mobile #: Location: PID: 697797 Contact: Donnie Moase Address: Civic # 414 Phone #: (902)-836-3138 Mobile #: Location: PID: 883959 Contact: Jack Moase Address: Civic# 426 Phone #: (902)-836-3989 Mobile #:

Location: PID: 863878

Contact: Carrie Campbell Address: Civic # 403 Phone #: (902)-836-3408 Mobile #: Location: PID: 763870 Contact: David Moase Address: Civic # 427 Phone #: Mobile #: Location: PID: 735894 Contact: Errol Waugh Address: Civic # 445 Phone #: (902)-836-3257 Mobile #: Location: PID: 81984 Contact: Macmurdo Address: Civic # 461 Phone #: Mobile #: Location: Contact: Address: Phone #: Mobile #:

Location: PID: 672295 Contact: Brian and Jamie Cole Address: Civic# 434 Phone #: (902)-836-4283 Mobile #: Location: PID: 926345

Contact: Chris Keough Address: Civic# 460 Phone #: (902)-836-4605 Mobile #:


SITE EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT LISTING

Equipment On-Site Location Details Spill Kits TBD Fire Extinguishers TBD Security System TBD Heat Detection TBD Eye Wash Station TBD Emergency Showers TBD Respirators TBD Safety Glasses TBD Rubber Gloves TBD Absorb TBD Emergency lighting TBD Flashlights TBD

Equipment Off-Site Location Details Earth moving equipment Contractor supplied Portable Water Pumps Kensington Fire

Department

Street Barriers Contractor supplied Lifting Cranes Contractor supplied Absorbent materials Stored on site Dump Trucks Contractor Supplied Hazmat Suits Kensington Fire

Department


LOCATION OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Not determined at this time


RISK ASSESSMENT

GENERAL ASSESSMENT Cavendish Agri Services general risk assessment concludes that we are at risk of experiencing a number of unwanted events. These include:

Fire Major Injury Chemical Spills

Theft Natural Disasters Vandalism

To limit the risks in these areas Cavendish Agri Services has developed a comprehensive Operations Manual containing Safety, Security and Environmental procedures. Please refer to the attached Material Safety Data Sheets for safe handling and emergency information.

HAZARD IDENTIFICATION These items are listed at their planned peak quantity and may not exist at this site at all times or at these levels. The exact location can be found in the Site Plan. A complete Chemical inventory listing is attached.

TDG / Hazmat / DOT / NFC Codes

Liquid Quantity (L’s)

Solid Quantity (tonnes)

UN Class #

9 (III) 50 3077 5.1(III) 11000 2067

4.1 (II/III) 50 1325

Item Quantity Risk Petroleum No storage at this time


Raw Material (Bulk Fertilizer) Quantity tonnes Risk Ammonium Nitrate 11000 Class 5.1 Oxidizer

Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) 480 Non regulated Ammonium Sulphate 480 Non regulated

Urea 480 Non regulated Filler 480 Non regulated Boron 50 Class 4.1Fammmable

Solid Zinc 50 Class 9 Miscellaneous

Calcium Ammonium Nitrate 480 Non regulated Potash 5500 Non regulated

Monoammonium Phosphate 480 Non regulated Triple Super Phosphate 480 Non regulated

Potassium Magnesium Sulphate 480 Non regulated Gypsum 480 Non regulated

Potassium Sulphate 480 Non regulated Manganese Sulfate 50 Non regulated

MEZ 480 Non regulated

CONFINED SPACE: AT HEIGHTS RESCUE In the event of an injury while an employee is working at heights, the following steps shall be taken by the Site Emergency Coordinator or Alternate:

Ensure the employee is at no further risk of injury or fall Call the local Fire Station and inform them of a required rescue at heights and the

estimated height. Also indicate the type of injury Call the local Paramedics or Ambulance Service to be on site for treatment Inform Senior Management of Cavendish Agri Services and Industrial Security

CONTAINMENT PLAN Prior to attempting any clean-up, ensure:

Safely stop the leak or spill from continuing, use sandbags or dike if required Review the MSDS sheet Under no circumstances is a spill to be washed off pavement, road or property

with water into a drain, knowingly or unknowingly. Steps to be followed:


1. Notify the Emergency Site Coordinator or Alternate 2. Ensure everyone involved in clean-up has reviewed MSDS, wear proper PPE 3. If it cannot be contained by employees, immediately engage Emergency Response 4. Rope off the affected area and do not let anyone inside without reviewing MSDS.

This includes Fire and Police departments, Contractors, etc. 5. Any exposure should be treated immediately. Paramedics must be made aware of

that they are dealing with. 6. If spill enters water, ditch, drain, or manhole, immediately notify local

Environmental Agency. If Liquid Spill: Contaminated grounds should be dug at minimum of 3-4” in depth. Contaminated floors should be surrounded with absorbent. Work the absorbent

toward the center using a stiff broom and shovel. All contaminated tools, clothing, and other non-damaged chemicals are to be

exposed of in a proper container. Follow all local disposal laws.

If Solid Spill: Do not spray with water even to control dust and air-born material If wind is a factor cover with a tarp

Decontamination: Use manufacturers suggested methods of decontaminating the area once clean-up

complete. This may include Clorox or soda ash. Be prepared to repeat contamination procedures 2-3 times.

COMPLETE AN INTERNAL INCIDENT REPORT COMPLETE WITH TIMELINE AND PICTURES.

Chemical Room Containment Volume: Length Width Height (curb) Total Cubic Meters Litres of Containment Not stored on site

RESPONSE TRAINING & TESTS


All Employees of Cavendish Agri Services are to review the Company Safety Manual and are required to use this document as a reference as required. The Cavendish Agri Services Safety Manual in located on the company intranet site.

All Employees of Cavendish Agri Services are to be trained annually in Emergency Response Plan.

Records of this training are to be kept in the Employee Training files. Employees are also to be trained on the location of MSDS, PPE, Spill Kits and

Decontamination equipment. Cavendish Agri Services also has related Standard Operating Procedures that

assist in reducing risk and assisting our employees in being prepared for an unplanned event. Ensure employees are trained in:

o Electrical Safety o Contractor Safety o Security o Visitor Logs o Working at Heights

o Pesticide Handling o Housekeeping o Off-Site Safety o Powered Mobile

Equipment

Electrical systems are to be inspected monthly by our employees and as required by third-parties.

Heat detection, alarm systems, and sprinkler systems are all to be tested as required.

Facility Security is to be audited multiple times per year both internally and by third party.

Drills and mock events are to be held at this facility periodically. Details are to be attached or available upon request.

System Date Last Tested Tested By:

Heat/Fire Detection Security/Motion Electrical System

Mock Situation Date Last Completed Details: Fertilizer Spill – Parking Lot (Rain) Major Injury


SUPPORTING DATA


EMPLOYEE & TENANT LISTING Cavendish Agri Services Staff: Not known at this time

PREPARING THE INVESTIGATION REPORT Responsible Person: Branch Supervisor and Team Leader (both sign-off) To be completed within 1-3 days of occurrence.

1. Interview all parties involved in the incident a. Operators, area supervisors, contractors, etc. b. Ask who, what, when, where, why, how, etc. c. Take detailed notes of interviews

2. Include dates and times people were notified a. Who called DOE/ Coast Guard and when

i. Who was spoken to b. Who called JDI Contacts and when

i. Who was spoken to 3. Include in investigation

a. Abatement process i. Who cleaned the area and how

1. With what equipment ii. Where material was taken

b. Before and after pictures c. Root Cause analysis

i. What is the process to prevent this incident in the future ii. Include any other follow-up items

d. Changes to processes/practices to compensate for process change

TRANSPORTATION Due to the nature of our business, the wide-spread base of customers we serve, and the various receiving routes we use, detailed analysis of our transportation routes is not practical. However, all of our drivers have TDG/Hazmat training. For more details please see Emergency Contact Tree – Cavendish Agri Services.


DETAILED INVENTORY LISTING

Raw Material (Bulk Fertilizer) Quantity tonnes Risk Ammonium Nitrate 11000 Class 5.1 Oxidizer

Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) 480 Non regulated Ammonium Sulphate 480 Non regulated

Urea 480 Non regulated Filler 480 Non regulated Boron 50 Class 4.1Fammmable

Solid Zinc 50 Class 9 Miscellaneous

Calcium Ammonium Nitrate 480 Non regulated Potash 5500 Non regulated

Monoammonium Phosphate 480 Non regulated Triple Super Phosphate 480 Non regulated

Potassium Magnesium Sulphate 480 Non regulated Gypsum 480 Non regulated

Potassium Sulphate 480 Non regulated Manganese Sulfate 50 Non regulated

MEZ 480 Non regulated

LETTERS OF ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Attach letters of Acknowledgement of Receipt of our Emergency Response Plan. They shall be resent and updated annually. Letters that are to be attached include: Fire Department -Confined Space Rescue at Heights Assistance -Receipt of Emergency Response Plan -Entry and Right to Let Burn Police – Local and RCMP

-Receipt of our Emergency Response Plan, -Notification of presence of Ammonium Nitrate


May 21, 2015 L Sutherland Chief of Police Kensington Police Department Kensington, PE Dear Chief Sutherland As part of our annual review and update of our emergency response plan at our fertilizer storage facility, we would like to inform you of the presence of Ammonium Nitrate at the storage facility located at the corner of Route #2 and the Macintyre Road. We typically store ammonium nitrate in quantities 11000 tonnes. This inventory can fluctuate up and down throughout the year depending on the season. We have implemented security precautions to ensure the security of this product. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the phone number listed below. We ask that you sign a copy of this letter and return to acknowledge your receipt. Sincerely, Kent Wood I hereby acknowledge receipt: _______________________ Name _________________________ Kent Wood _______________________ Branch Supervisor Organization Cavendish Agri-Services _______________________ Date


May 21, 2015 Mr. Alan Sudsbury Fire Chief Kensington Fire Department Charlottetown, PE Dear Chief Sudsbury As part of our annual review and update of our emergency response plan at our fertilizer storage facility, we would like to inform you of the following: Of the presence of Ammonium Nitrate and other bulk fertilizers are stored at the storage facility located at the corner of Route #2 and the Macintyre Road.

We would like to encourage you to visit our site and discuss rescue and firefighting procedures with our staff.

Receipt of Emergency Response Plan Please sign and return this letter to the below address to confirm your receipt of our Emergency Response Plan.

Chemical and Bulk Fertilizer Storage– Let Burn Policy In the event of a fire at our Chemical Storage facility, we hereby grant the Fire Department authority to let our Chemical facility burn if the application of water would:

Result in extensive contaminated water run-off Result in incomplete combustion of chemicals, resulting in release of toxic compounds

into the air Our facility is located at the corner of Route #2 and the Macintyre Road and we can be reached at902-888-8796 during normal business hours. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the phone number listed below. We ask that you sign a copy of this letter to acknowledge your receipt. Sincerely, I hereby acknowledge receipt: _______________________ Name _________________________ Kent Wood _______________________ Branch Supervisor Organization _______________________ Date


May 20, 2015 East Prince RCMP 29 Schurman Point Road North Bedeque PE C1N 4J9 As part of our annual review and update of our emergency response plan at our fertilizer storage facility, we would like to inform you of the presence of Ammonium Nitrate at the storage facility located at the corner of Route #2 and the Macintyre Road. We would ask that this letter be signed as a confirmation of receipt of our Emergency Response Plan. We typically store ammonium nitrate in quantities 11000 tonnes. This inventory can fluctuate up and down throughout the year depending on the season. We have implemented security precautions to ensure the security of this product. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the phone number listed below. We ask that you sign a copy of this letter and return to acknowledge your receipt. Sincerely, Kent Wood I hereby acknowledge receipt: _______________________ Name _________________________ Kent Wood _______________________ Branch Supervisor Organization Cavendish Agri-Services 902-888-8796 _______________________ Date


Appendices See attached MSDS

Version 4

Issue date 7-5-2010

1 Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertakingCommercial product name

Common chemical name

Synonyms

Chemical formula

Use of the substance/preparation

EU category number

Company name

Company address

Company telephone

Company e-mail

Emergency telephone 24/24 hours 7/7 days

2 Hazards identificationPhysical/chemical hazards

Environmental hazards

Effect(s) of (over)exposureSymptom(s) of (over)exposure

Inhalation

Ingestion

Skin contact

Eye contact

3 Composition/information on ingredients

Chemical name CAS no. EC no. % (w/w) Symbol R phrases

Ammonium sulphate 7783-20-2 231-984-1 100 - -

EC no. means EINECS or ELINCS number.

4 First aid measuresGeneral

Inhalation

Ingestion

Skin contact

Eye contact

Note to physician

May be harmful if swallowed. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea.

May be mildly irritating.

May cause eye irritation. (redness).

Harmful to aquatic organisms.

Dust may cause mechanical irritation.May be harmful if swallowed. Coughing. Sore throat . shortness of breath/breathing difficultyMay be mildly irritating. Coughing. Sore throat . shortness of breath/breathing difficulty

(31) 46 7020203

[email protected] (31) 46 476 55 55

Based on the available data of this product no hazardous properties are known.

P.O. Box 601

6160 AP Geleen

The Netherlands

Move exposed person to fresh air.

P.O. Box 601, 6160 AP Geleen (The Netherlands)

Safety Data Sheet

Phone: (31) 46 7020203, Fax: (31) 46 452 86 15, Internet: www.oci-agro.nl

Conforms to 1907/2006/EC

Granular2

Ammonium sulphate

Sulphate of ammonia; Sulphate of ammonia 21 (+24)

(NH4)2SO4

OCI Agro B.V.

EC FERTILISER

Granular2

If swallowed, rinse mouth with water (only if the person is conscious). Obtain medical attention if symptoms occur.

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Obtain medical attention if symptoms occur.

Rinse with plenty of running water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Obtain medical attention if symptoms occur.

Rinse with plenty of running water. Obtain medical attention if symptoms occur.

Always download the latest version from the website of OCI Agro B.V. (www.oci-agro.com)This material safety data sheet is subject to the legal notice of OCI Nitrogen (www.ocinitogen.com) Page 1 de 5

5 Fire-fighting measuresExtinguishing media

Small fire

Large fire

Extinguishing media not to be used

Special fire fighting procedures

P i f fi fi h6 Accidental release measuresPersonal precautions

Environmental precautions

Methods for cleaning up

Small spill and leak

Large spill and leak

Remarks

Note: see section 8 for personal protective equipment and section 13 for waste disposal.

7 Handling and storageHandling

Storage

Specific use(s)

Packaging materials

Note: See section 10 for stability and reactivity

8 Exposure controls / Personal protection

Exposure limit valuesEngineering measures

Hygienic measures

Personal protection

Respiratory system

Skin and body

Hands

Eyes

Environmental exposure controls

Advice on personal protection is applicable for high exposure levels.

Select proper personal protection based on a risk

9Appearance

Color

Odor

Odor threshold

Molecular weight

Hazardous thermal decomposition and combustion products

Unusual fire and explosion hazards

Physical and chemical properties

Working clothes.

Wear suitable gloves.4-8 hours (breakthrough time): Butyl rubber. PVC.

Safety glasses with side shields.

132.16

Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated labelled waste container. Clean up affected area with a large amount of water.

Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas. Dyke if necessary. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated labelled waste container. Recycle, if possible. Prevent formation of dust clouds. Avoid release to the environment. This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste

Production scale

Wear dust protection mask P2.

Odourless.

White

Solid. (Granular)

Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas. Dyke if necessary. In case of contamination of aquatic environment, inform local authorities.

Stainless steel. Synthetic materia

Use with adequate ventilation. Local exhaust ventilation should be provided. Avoid creating dusty conditions and prevent wind dispersal. Do not allow to enter drains or watercourses.

Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Keep container tightly closed. Segregate from oxidising materials. Store away from bases, metals.

In case of fire, may produce hazardous decomposition products such as nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2), ammonia (NH3), amines, sulphur oxides (SO2, SO3).

Non-combustible. Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials.

No specific hazard.

Non-combustible. Use extinguishing media suitable for surrounding materials.

Fire water contaminated with this material must be contained and prevented from being discharged to any waterway, sewer or drain.Wear suitable protective clothing. Self-contained breathing apparatus.

Avoid creating dusty conditions and prevent wind dispersal. Use suitable protective equipment (section 8).

None required. However, use of adequate ventilation is good industrial practice.

When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash hands after handling compounds and before eating, smoking, using lavatory, and at the end of day.


pHBoiling point

Melting point/ range

Flash point

FlammabilityAutoignition temperature

Decomposition temperature

Lower explosion limit

Upper explosion limit

Minimum ignition energy

Critical temperature

Relative density

Density Loose bulk density

Vapour pressure at 20°C

Vapour density

Partition coefficient n-octanol/water

ViscosityMean particle size

Solubility in water

Miscibility

Fat solubility

ConductivityGas group

Remarks

10 Stability and reactivityStability

Materials to avoid

Hazardous decomposition products

11 Toxicological informationAcute toxicity

Ingredient name Test Species Route Result

LD 50 Rat Oral 2840 mg/kg

LD 50 Rat Oral 4540 mg/kg

LD 50 Mouse Oral 640 mg/kg

LD 50 Rat Dermal >2000 mg/kg

LD Lo Domestic animals Oral 3500 mg/kgLC 50 Rat Inhalation >1000 mg/m3

(8hours)

Irritation

Sensitization

Chronic toxicity

Carcinogenicity

Mutagenicity

Reproductive toxicity

Remarks

Ammoniumsulfaat

Non-mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.

Exposure to sources of heat.

Oxidizing substances and bases.

In case of fire: see section 5.

May be mildly irritating.

The following applies to ammonium salts in general: After swallowing: nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea. Systemic effects: After intake of large quantities: drop in blood pressure, collapse, CNS disorders, respiratory paralysis, narcosis, haemolysis.

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

5 to 6 (Concentration 5%)

Decomposes. >235 °C

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

1040 kg/m3

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

1.78 g/cm3 (20°C)

76 g/100 ml (20°C) Easily soluble in cold water

Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions (see section 7).

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

Conditions to avoid

2,0 +/- 0,3 mm


12 Ecological information

Ingredient name Aquatic half-life Photolysis Biodegradability

- - readily

Ingredient name Period Result

96 hours96 hours96 hours96 hours96 hours

6.6 mg/l>20 mg/l>20 mg/l36.7 mg/l39.2 mg/l

Ingredient name LogPow Bio-concentration factor

Bioaccumulative potential

-5,1 - low

Mobility

Persistence and degradability


Ecotoxicity

13 Disposal considerations

Methods of disposal

14 Transport information

Regulatory information UN number Proper shipping

name Class Packing group Label

ADNR Class Not regulated. Sulphate of ammonia 21 (+24)

- -

IMDG Class Not regulated. Sulphate of ammonia 21 (+24)

- -

Ammonium sulphate Oncorhynchus mykiss (LC50)Daphnia magna (LC50)Pimephales promelas (LC50)Oncorhynchus mykiss (LC50)Oncorhynchus mykiss (LC50)

Ammonium sulphate

Ammonium sulphate

Test

Responsibility of the receiver to have knowledge of national and local regulations.

Methods for the determination of biodegradability are not applicable to inorganic substances.

For data on physical state and : solubility see section 9.

Waste must be disposed of in accordance with national and local environmental regulations. Controlled biodegradation in waste water treatment is possible.

-Not regulated. --

Not regulated.ADR/RID Class

Sulphate of ammonia 21 (+24)

- -Sulphate of ammonia 21 (+24)

IATA Class

Additional information

-

-

-


15 Regulatory information

EU regulations

Hazard symbol

R- and S phrases

National Fire protection Association (U.S.A)

16 Other informationRisk phrases

Safety phrases

Symbols

Storage classification

Date previous SDS

Modifications in this version

-

All information given by or on behalf of OCI as to properties, specifications, use, etc. of the products is based on research, including literature and is believed reliable. OCI can however, not assume any responsibility therefore nor for performance nor for results obtained through the use of the products or information involved, nor for any damages that may be caused by or to the products or information.

Responsibility of the receiver to have knowledge of national and local regulations.

-

In this respect the buyer is obliged to check the quality and all other properties of the products. The buyer assumes all responsibilities connected with the use of the products and information.

No liability is assumed for infringement of trademarks, patents or any other rights owned or controlled by third parties by reason of your manufacture, formulation, use or sale of the products and information.

18-9-2007

Adress change

According to EU Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC this product does not require labelling.

none

According to EU Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC this product does not require labelling.

-

-

EC FERTILISER


Version: 1.1

This Material Safety Data Sheet conforms to the requirements of ANSI Z400.1. - Canada

Safety Data Sheet

Calcium Ammonium Nitrate

1. Product and company identification Product name : Calcium Ammonium Nitrate Product type : Solid [granulates] Code : PA263G Uses Area of application : Professional applications Material uses : Fertilizers. Supplier Supplier's details Yara Canada Inc. Address Street : 1130 Sherbrooke Street West Number : Suite 1120 Postal code : H3A 2M8 City : Montreal Country : Canada Telephone number : +1 514 849 9222 Fax no. : +1 514 849 3362 e-mail address of person responsible for this SDS

: [email protected]

Emergency telephone number (with hours of operation)

: 24 Hour Emergency Service, (Canutec 613-996-6666)

National advisory body/Poison Center

Name : Poisons and Drug Information Service

Telephone number : +1 403 944 1414, (800) 332 1414 (Alberta only) Validation date : 02/04/2014 Print date : 03/06/2014

2. Hazards identification Emergency overview Physical state : Solid [granulates] Color : Beige. Odor : Odorless. Hazard statements : NOT EXPECTED TO PRODUCE SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE

HEALTH EFFECTS WHEN THE RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ARE FOLLOWED.


Date of issue : 02/04/2014 Page:2/10

GHS label elements Signal word : No signal word. Hazard statements : Not applicable. Potential acute health effects Inhalation : Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious

effects may be delayed following exposure. Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Skin : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Eyes : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Over-exposure signs/symptoms Inhalation : No specific data.

Ingestion : No specific data.

Skin : No specific data.

Eyes : No specific data.

Medical conditions aggravated by over-exposure

: None known.

See toxicological information (section 11)

3. Composition/information on ingredients

Name CAS number % Nitric acid ammonium salt (1:1) 6484-52-2 >=70 - <80 There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section.

4. First aid measures Eye contact : Rinse with plenty of running water. Check for and remove any contact

lenses. Get medical attention if irritation occurs. Skin contact : Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops. Inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.

Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Get medical attention if you feel unwell.

Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable



training. Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately

if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.

5. Fire-fighting measures

Flammability of the product : No specific fire or explosion hazard. Extinguishing media

Suitable : Use flooding quantities of water for extinction. Not suitable : Do NOT use chemical extinguisher or foam or attempt to smother the fire

with steam or sand. Special exposure hazards : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of

the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.

Hazardous thermal decomposition products

: Decomposition products may include the following materials: nitrogen oxides Avoid breathing dusts, vapors or fumes from burning materials. In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters

: Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Special remarks on fire hazards

: Non-flammable.

Special remarks on explosion hazards

: None.

6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable

training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).

Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).

Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Move containers from spill area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place

in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Large spill : Move containers from spill area. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal.

7. Handling and storage



Handling : Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene measures.

Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Keep away from: organic materials, oil and grease.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection Occupational exposure limits No exposure standard allocated.

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits. Engineering measures : No special ventilation requirements. Good general ventilation should be

sufficient to control worker exposure to airborne contaminants. If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure below any recommended or statutory limits.

Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. A washing facility or water for eye and skin cleaning purposes should be present.

Personal protection Respiratory : Use a properly fitted, particulate filter respirator complying with an

approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.

Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts.

Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.


: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

9. Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Solid [granulates]



Flash point : Not determined. Burning time : Not determined. Burning rate : Not determined. Auto-ignition temperature : Not determined. Flammable limits : Lower: Not determined.

Upper: Not determined. Explosive properties : None. Oxidizing properties : None. Color : Beige. Odor : Odorless. pH : 7 [Conc.: 10 g/l] @ 20 °C (68 °F)

Boiling/condensation point : Not determined. Sublimation temperature : Not determined. Melting/freezing point : Decomposes: > 170 °C (338 °F)

Relative density : Not determined. Vapor pressure : Not determined. Odor threshold : Not determined. Evaporation rate : Not determined. Viscosity : Dynamic: Not determined. : Kinematic: Not determined. Solubility : Not determined. Solubility in water : > 1,000 g/l @ 25 °C (77 °F)

10. Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Conditions to avoid : Avoid contamination by any source including metals, dust and organic

materials. Incompatible materials : alkalis

combustible materials reducing materials organic materials acids


: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

Possibility of hazardous reactions

: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous reactions will not occur.

11. Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects Acute toxicity Product / ingredient name

Result Species Dose Exposure References

Nitric acid ammonium salt (1:1) LD50 Oral Rat 2,950 mg/kg OECD 401 - IUCLID 5

LD50 Dermal Rat > 5,000 mg/kg OECD

402 - IUCLID 5

Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards.



Chronic toxicity Product / ingredient name

Result Species Dose Exposure References

Nitric acid ammonium salt (1:1)

Chronic NOAEL Oral

Rat 256 mg/kg OECD 422 28 days IUCLID 5

Sub-acute NOEC Dusts and mists Inhalation

Rat > 185 mg/kg OECD 412 2 weeks 5 hours per day

IUCLID 5

Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Irritation/Corrosion Product / ingredient name

Result Species Score Exposure Observation References

Eyes - Non-irritating. OECD 405

Rabbit < 1 1 - 48 h 14 d Fertilisers Europe


Eyes - Irritant OECD 405

Rabbit - IUCLID 5

Conclusion/Summary Skin : Non-irritating. Eyes : Non-irritating. Respiratory : Non-irritating.

Sensitization Conclusion/Summary Skin : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Respiratory : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Reproductive toxicity Product / ingredient name

Maternal toxicity

Fertility Development toxin

Species Dose Exposure References


- Negative Negative Rat Oral: > 1500 mg/kg bw/day

28 days IUCLID 5

Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. IDLH : No data available.

12.Ecological information Ecotoxicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity



Product / ingredient name

Result Species Exposure References

Nitric acid ammonium salt (1:1) Acute LC50 447 mg/l

Fresh water Fish - Labeo boga 48 h IUCLID 5

Acute EC50 490 mg/l Fresh water

Aquatic invertebrates. - Daphnia

48 h IUCLID 5

Acute EC50 1,700 mg/l Salt water

Aquatic plants - Heterosigma akashiwo

10 d IUCLID 5

Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Persistence/degradability Conclusion/Summary : Readily biodegradable in plants and soils. Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water

: Not available.

Mobility : This product may move with surface or groundwater flows because its water solubility is: high

Other adverse effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

13. Disposal considerations Product Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever

possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction. Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered when recycling is not feasible. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Empty the bag by shaking to remove as much as possible of its contents. Empty bags may be disposed of as non-hazardous material or returned for recycling.

Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees.

14.Transport information Regulation: UN Class

14.1 UN number Not regulated.

14.2 UN proper shipping name

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. Additional information : UN Class



Environmental hazards : No.

Regulation: IMDG




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No.

14.6 Additional information : IMDG Marine pollutant : No.

Regulation: IATA




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. 14.6 Additional information : IATA Marine pollutant : No.

Regulation: DOT Classification




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. 14.6 Additional information : DOT Classification Environmental hazards : No.

Regulation: TDG Class




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. 14.6 Additional information : TDG Class Environmental hazards : No.

Special precautions for user : Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers

that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.’

IMSBC Proper shipping name : AMMONIUM NITRATE BASED FERTILIZER (non-hazardous) Class : Not applicable. Group : C Transport in bulk according : Not applicable.



to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

15.Regulatory information Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).

Canadian lists

Canadian NPRI : The following components are listed: Nitric acid ammonium salt (1:1)

CEPA Toxic substances : None of the components are listed. This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. Remark : To our knowledge no other country or state specific regulations are

applicable. International lists Philippines inventory (PICCS): All components are listed or exempted. New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC): All components are listed or exempted. Korea inventory: All components are listed or exempted. Japan inventory: Not determined. China inventory (IECSC): All components are listed or exempted. Australia inventory (AICS): All components are listed or exempted. Canada inventory: At least one component is not listed in DSL but all such components are listed in NDSL. Malaysia Inventory (EHS Register): Not determined. Taiwan inventory (CSNN): Not determined. United States inventory (TSCA 8b): All components are listed or exempted. EC INVENTORY (EINECS/ELINCS): All components are listed or exempted.

16.Other information Key to abbreviations : ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate

BCF = Bioconcentration Factor bw = Body weight CEPA = Canadian Environmental Protection Act GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals IDLH = Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health IBC = Intermediate Bulk Container IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods LogPow = logarithm of the octanol/water partition coefficient MARPOL 73/78 = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships, 1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" = marine pollution) NPRI = National Pollutant Release Inventory UN = United Nations

References : EU REACH IUCLID5 CSR.

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, U.S. Dept. of Health, Education, and Welfare, Reports and Memoranda Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances. IHS, 4777 Levy Street, St Laurent, Quebec HAR 2P9, Canada.

Date of printing : 03/06/2014 Prepared by : Yara Product Classifications & Regulations. Date of issue : 02/04/2014 Date of previous issue : 11/15/2013 Version : 1.1



|| Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. Notice to reader

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

Version: 1.0

This Material Safety Data Sheet conforms to the requirements of ANSI Z400.1. - Canada

Safety Data Sheet

Granular urea

1. Product and company identification Product name : Granular urea Synonym : UREA Product type : Solid [granulates] Code : PA385G Uses Area of application : Professional applications Material uses : Fertilizers. Supplier Supplier's details Yara Canada Inc. Address Street : 1130 Sherbrooke Street West Number : Suite 1120 Postal code : H3A 2M8 City : Montreal Country : Canada Telephone number : +1 514 849 9222 Fax no. : +1 514 849 3362 e-mail address of person responsible for this SDS

: [email protected]


: 24 Hour Emergency Service, (Canutec 613-996-6666)

National advisory body/Poison Center

Name : Poisons and Drug Information Service

Telephone number : +1 403 944 1414, (800) 332 1414 (Alberta only) Validation date : 11/15/2013 Print date : 11/27/2013

2. Hazards identification Emergency overview Physical state : Solid [granulates] Color : White. Odor : Odorless.slight, ammoniacal Hazard statements : NOT EXPECTED TO PRODUCE SIGNIFICANT ADVERSE

HEALTH EFFECTS WHEN THE RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONS

Granular urea


FOR USE ARE FOLLOWED. GHS label elements Signal word : No signal word. Hazard statements : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Potential acute health effects Inhalation : Exposure to decomposition products may cause a health hazard. Serious

effects may be delayed following exposure. Ingestion : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Skin : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Eyes : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Potential chronic health effects Chronic effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Over-exposure signs/symptoms Inhalation : No specific data.

Ingestion : No specific data.

Skin : No specific data.

Eyes : No specific data.

Medical conditions aggravated by over-exposure

: None known.


3. Composition/information on ingredients

There are no ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section.

4. First aid measures Eye contact : Rinse with plenty of running water. Check for and remove any contact

lenses. Get medical attention if irritation occurs. Skin contact : Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if irritation develops. Inhalation : If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.

Ingestion : Wash out mouth with water. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Get medical attention if you feel unwell.

Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.

Granular urea


Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled. In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. The exposed person may need to be kept under medical surveillance for 48 hours.

5. Fire-fighting measures

Flammability of the product : No specific fire or explosion hazard. Extinguishing media

Suitable : Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Not suitable : None identified.

Special exposure hazards : Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident if there is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.


: Decomposition products may include the following materials: carbon dioxide carbon monoxide nitrogen oxides Avoid breathing dusts, vapors or fumes from burning materials. In case of inhalation of decomposition products in a fire, symptoms may be delayed. ammonia


: Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Special remarks on fire hazards

: Non-flammable.

Special remarks on explosion hazards

: Non-explosive.

6. Accidental release measures Personal precautions : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable

training. Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8).

Environmental precautions : Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).

Methods for cleaning up Small spill : Move containers from spill area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place

in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor.

Large spill : Move containers from spill area. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in a designated, labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see section 1 for emergency contact information and section 13 for waste disposal.

7. Handling and storage

Granular urea


Handling : Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this

material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene measures.

Storage : Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see section 10) and food and drink. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection Occupational exposure limits No exposure standard allocated.

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits. Engineering measures : No special ventilation requirements. Good general ventilation should be

sufficient to control worker exposure to airborne contaminants. If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure below any recommended or statutory limits.

Hygiene measures : Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. A washing facility or water for eye and skin cleaning purposes should be present.

Personal protection Respiratory : Use a properly fitted, particulate filter respirator complying with an

approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Hands : Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary.

Eyes : Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists or dusts.

Skin : Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.


: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In some cases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the process equipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

9. Physical and chemical properties Physical state : Solid [granulates]

Granular urea


Flash point : Not applicable

Burning time : Not determined. Burning rate : Not determined. Auto-ignition temperature : Not determined. Flammable limits : Lower: Not determined.

Upper: Not determined. Explosive properties : Non-explosive. Oxidizing properties : None. Color : White. Odor : Odorless.slight, ammoniacal Molecular formula : CH4N2O pH : 9.5 [Conc.: 100 g/l]

Boiling/condensation point : Not determined.

Sublimation temperature : Not determined. Melting/freezing point : 134 °C (273 °F)

Density : 1.33 g/cm3

Relative density : Not determined. Vapor pressure : 0.000016 hPa @ 20 °C (68 °F)

Odor threshold : Not determined.

Evaporation rate : Not determined. Viscosity : Dynamic: Not determined. : Kinematic: Not determined. Solubility : Easily soluble in the following materials:

cold water

Solubility in water : > 100 g/l

10. Stability and reactivity Chemical stability : The product is stable. Conditions to avoid : Avoid contamination by any source including metals, dust and organic

materials. Incompatible materials : Urea reacts with calcium hypochlorite or sodium hypochlorite to form

the explosive nitrogen trichloride. Remark : Reactive or incompatible with the following materials:

Oxidizing agents acids alkalis Nitrites and nitrates


: Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.



11. Toxicological information Information on toxicological effects

Granular urea


Acute toxicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Chronic toxicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Irritation/Corrosion Conclusion/Summary Skin : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Eyes : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Respiratory : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Sensitization Conclusion/Summary Skin : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Respiratory : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Carcinogenicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Mutagenicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Teratogenicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Reproductive toxicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. IDLH : No data available.

12.Ecological information Ecotoxicity : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Aquatic ecotoxicity Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Persistence/degradability Conclusion/Summary : No known significant effects or critical hazards. Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water

: Not available.

Mobility : This product may move with surface or groundwater flows because its water solubility is: high


13. Disposal considerations Product Methods of disposal : The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever

possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of

Granular urea


untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction. Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered when recycling is not feasible. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Disposal should be in accordance with applicable regional, national and local laws and regulations. Refer to Section 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE and Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION for additional handling information and protection of employees.

14.Transport information Regulation: UN Class




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. Additional information : UN Class Environmental hazards : No.

Regulation: IMDG




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No.

14.6 Additional information : IMDG Marine pollutant : No.

Regulation: IATA




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. 14.6 Additional information : IATA Marine pollutant : No.

Regulation: DOT Classification




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. 14.6 Additional information : DOT Classification

Granular urea


Environmental hazards : No.

Regulation: TDG Class




14.4 Packing group

14.5 Environmental hazards No. 14.6 Additional information : TDG Class Environmental hazards : No.

Special precautions for user : Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers

that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.’

IMSBC Proper shipping name : UREA Class : Not applicable. Group : C Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

: Not applicable.

15.Regulatory information Canada WHMIS (Canada) : Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).

Canadian lists

Canadian NPRI : None of the components are listed. CEPA Toxic substances : None of the components are listed. This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. Remark : To our knowledge no other country or state specific regulations are

applicable. International lists Philippines inventory (PICCS): All components are listed or exempted. New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC): All components are listed or exempted. Korea inventory: All components are listed or exempted. Japan inventory: All components are listed or exempted. China inventory (IECSC): All components are listed or exempted. Australia inventory (AICS): All components are listed or exempted. Canada inventory: All components are listed or exempted. Malaysia Inventory (EHS Register): Not determined. Taiwan inventory (CSNN): Not determined. United States inventory (TSCA 8b): All components are listed or exempted. EC INVENTORY (EINECS/ELINCS): All components are listed or exempted.

16.Other information

Granular urea


Key to abbreviations : ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimate

BCF = Bioconcentration Factor bw = Body weight CEPA = Canadian Environmental Protection Act GHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals IDLH = Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health IBC = Intermediate Bulk Container IMDG = International Maritime Dangerous Goods LogPow = logarithm of the octanol/water partition coefficient MARPOL 73/78 = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships, 1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" = marine pollution) NPRI = National Pollutant Release Inventory UN = United Nations

References : EU REACH IUCLID5 CSR.

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, U.S. Dept. of Health, Education, and Welfare, Reports and Memoranda Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances. IHS, 4777 Levy Street, St Laurent, Quebec HAR 2P9, Canada.

Date of printing : 11/27/2013 Prepared by : Yara Product Classifications & Regulations. Date of issue : 11/15/2013 Date of previous issue : 00/00/0000 Version : 1.0 || Indicates information that has changed from previously issued version. Notice to reader

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

TRIPLE SUPER PHOSPHATE, GRANULAR, 0-46-0

SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product name


Conforms to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH), Annex II

:

Superphosphates, concentratedOther means ofidentification

:

1.1 Product identifier

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Solid.Product type :

e-mail address of personresponsible for this SDS

: [email protected]

Product description : EC FERTILISER Triple Superphosphate 0-46-0

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Fertiliser. Manufacture of speciality fertilisers.

Identified uses

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of thecompany/undertaking

REACH Registration number

Registration number Substance

Product code : 3216-27992; 3216-27993; 3216-27994

None. Chemical Safety Report

Uses advised against Reason

1.4 Emergency telephone number

National advisory body/Poison Centre

:Telephone number

01-2119493057-33 Agrium Europe SAAvenue Louise 326/361050 BruxellesBelgiumTel : +32 (0)2 646 70 00Fax : +32 (0)2 646 68 [email protected]

Agrium Europe SAAvenue Louise 326/361050 BruxellesBelgiumTel : +32 (0)2 646 70 00Fax : +32 (0)2 646 68 [email protected]

AUSTRIA +43 1 40 400 2222BELGIUM +32 70 245 245BULGARIA +359 2 9154 409CZECH REPUBLIC +42 2 2491 9293 or +42 2 2491 5402DENMARK +45 82 12 12 12 FINLAND +358 9 471 977 FRANCE:

ANGERS 02 41 48 21 21BORDEAUX 05 56 96 40 80LILLE 0 825 812 822LYON 04 72 11 69 11MARSEILLE 04 91 75 25 25NANCY 03 83 32 36 36PARIS 01 40 05 48 48RENNES 02 99 59 22 22STRASBOURG03 88 37 37 37TOULOUSE 05 61 77 74 47

Date of issue/Date of revision : 1/2810/9/2012.



SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of thecompany/undertaking

Supplier

Telephone number :

Hours of operation :

Agrium EuropeEMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS:Transportation: 00-1-303-389-1654Medical: 00-1-303-389-1654

GERMANY:Berlin +49 30 19240 Bonn +49 228 287 3211Erfurt +49 361 730 730Freiburg +49 761 19240Gottingen +49 551 19240Homburg/Saar +49 6841 19240Mainz +49 6841 19240Munich +49 89 19240Nurenberg +49 911 3892665

GREECE +30 10 779 3777HUNGARY +36 80 20 11 99ICELAND +354 525 111, +354 543 2222IRELAND (REPUBLIC OF) +353 1 8379964ITALY:

Bologna +39 051 647 8955Catania +39 095 25 4409Cesena +39 054 735 2612Chieti +39 87 134 5362Firenze +39 055 794 6150Genoa +39 10 352 808Lecce +39 0832 68 5374Milan +39 02 6610 1029Naples +39 081 45 9802Pavia +39 03 822 4444Pordenone +39 0434 399335Reggio Calabria +39 96 581 1624Roma +39 06 305 4343Torino +39 011 663 7637Trieste +39 04 0378 5373

LATVIA +371 704 2468LITHUANIA +370 2 36 20 52, +370 2 36 20 92NETHERLANDS +31 30 274 88 88POLAND:

Gdansk +48 58 301 65 16 or +48 58 349 2831Krakow +48 12 411 99 99Lòdz +48 42 63 14 724Lublin +48 81 740 2675 or +48 81 740 2676 Poznan +48 61 84 769 46Rzeszów +48 17 86 64 000 or +48 17 86 64 404Sosnowiec +48 32 266 11 45Warszawa +48 22 619 66 54; +48 22 619 08 97Wroclaw +48 71 343 30 08 or +48 71 789 02 14

PORTUGAL +351 21 330 3284ROMANIA +40 21 230 8000SLOVAKIA +421 2 54 77 4 166SLOVENIA + 386 41 650 500SPAIN:

Barcelona +34 93 227 98 33 or +34 93 227 54 00 bleep 190Madrid +34 91 562 04 20Sevilla +34 95 437 12 33

SWEDEN +46 8 33 12 31 (International) 112 (National)SWITZERLAND +41 44 251 51 51 (145 from within Switzerland andLiechtenstein)TURKEY 0 800 314 7900 (Turkey) only, or +90 0312 433 70 01UNITED KINGDOM +44 (0)20 7188 0100

24 / 7 / 365




Classification Xi; R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes.Xn; R48/20- Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposurethrough inhalation.

:

:Other hazards which donot result in classification

Not available.

See Section 11 for more detailed information on health effects and symptoms.

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]

SECTION 2: Hazards identification2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Product definition : Multi-constituent substance

Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC [DSD]

See Section 16 for the full text of the R phrases or H statements declared above.

Classification according to Directive 1999/45/EC [DPD]

The product is classified as dangerous according to Directive 1999/45/EC and its amendments.

Europe

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms :

Prevention :

Precautionary statements

Response :

Storage :

Disposal :

Danger

H318 Causes serious eye damage.

P280 Wear protective gloves / protective 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.P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or physician.

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

Supplemental labelelements

: Not applicable.

Hazardous ingredients : Superphosphates, concentrated

2.3 Other hazards

Substance meets thecriteria for PBT accordingto Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006, Annex XIII

: Not applicable. Inorganic salt.

P: Not available. B: Not available. T: Not available.

Substance meets thecriteria for vPvB accordingto Regulation (EC) No.1907/2006, Annex XIII

: Not applicable. Inorganic salt.

vP: Not available. vB: Not available.

SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1 Expert judgment

Europe

General : Not applicable.




calciumbis(dihydrogenorthophosphate)

EC: 231-837-1CAS: 7758-23-8

59 Not classified. Not classified. [A]

Calcium sulfate,dihydrate

REACH #: 01-2119444918-26EC: 231-900-3CAS: 10101-41-4

15 Not classified. Not classified. [A]

Fluorapatite(Ca5F(PO4)3)

EC: 215-144-1CAS: 1306-05-4

5 Not classified. Not classified. [B]

Quartz EC: 238-878-4CAS: 14808-60-7

4 Xn; R48/20 Acute tox 4; H332STOT-RE 2 H 373

[B]

Orthophosphoric acid EC: 231-633-2CAS: 7664-38-2

3 Xn; R22 Acute Tox. 4, H302 [B]

calciumhydrogenorthophosphate

EC: 231-826-1CAS: 7757-93-9


calcium fluoride EC: 232-188-7CAS: 7789-75-5


magnesium sulphate EC: 231-298-2CAS: 7487-88-9


Substance/mixture Multi-constituent substance

Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.

:

Europe

Identifiers 67/548/EECProduct/ingredientname

See Section 16 forthe full text of the R-phrases declaredabove.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

% TypeRegulation (EC) No.1272/2008 [CLP]

Classification

See Section 16 for thefull text of the Hstatements declaredabove.

[*] Substance[A] Constituent[B] Impurity[C] Stabilising additive

Type

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier, are classified andcontribute to the classification of the substance and hence require reporting in this section.

Skin contact

Get medical attention immediately. Call a poison center or physician. Immediatelyflush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes.Chemical burns must be treated promptly by a physician.

Flush contaminated skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing andshoes. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, orwear gloves. Continue to rinse for at least 10 minutes. Get medical attention ifirritation develops. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly beforereuse.

4.1 Description of first aid measures

Get medical attention immediately. Call a poison center or physician. Removevictim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If it issuspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate maskor self-contained breathing apparatus. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or ifrespiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel.If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately.Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt orwaistband.

Inhalation

Eye contact

:

:

:

SECTION 4: First aid measures




SECTION 4: First aid measuresIf material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give smallquantities of water to drink. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Ifvomiting occurs, the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs.Call a poison center or physician. If unconscious, place in recovery position and getmedical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway.

Notes to physician Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if largequantities have been ingested or inhaled.

Ingestion :

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Specific treatments

Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or weargloves.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Potential acute health effects

Inhalation : Harmful if inhaled. May give off gas, vapor or dust that is very irritating or corrosiveto the respiratory system.

May be irritating to mouth, throat and stomach.:Ingestion

Skin contact : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Causes serious eye damage.:Eye contact

Over-exposure signs/symptoms

Skin contact

Ingestion

Inhalation No specific data.

Adverse symptoms may include the following:stomach pains

Adverse symptoms may include the following:pain or irritationredness

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4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No specific treatment.:

Promptly isolate the scene by removing all persons from the vicinity of the incident ifthere is a fire. No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitabletraining.

Hazardous thermaldecomposition products

Hazards from thesubstance or mixture

Decomposition products may include the following materials:sulfur oxidesphosphorus oxideshalogenated compoundsmetal oxide/oxides

No specific fire or explosion hazard.

Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.

5.1 Extinguishing media

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Suitable extinguishingmedia

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SECTION 5: Firefighting measures

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Special protective actionsfor fire-fighters

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SECTION 5: Firefighting measuresFire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-containedbreathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressuremode. Clothing for fire-fighters (including helmets, protective boots and gloves)conforming to European standard EN 469 will provide a basic level of protection forchemical incidents.

Special protectiveequipment for fire-fighters

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No specific fire or explosion hazard.Additional information :

6.2 Environmentalprecautions

Move containers from spill area. Approach the release from upwind. Prevent entryinto sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Vacuum or sweep upmaterial and place in a designated, labelled waste container. Dispose of via alicensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see section 1 for emergency contactinformation and section 13 for waste disposal.

Avoid dispersal of spilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drainsand sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmentalpollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air).

Large spill :

Move containers from spill area. Vacuum or sweep up material and place in adesignated, labelled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposalcontractor.

Small spill :

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

For non-emergencypersonnel

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6.4 Reference to othersections

See Section 1 for emergency contact information.See Section 8 for information on appropriate personal protective equipment.See Section 13 for additional waste treatment information.

No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training.Evacuate surrounding areas. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel fromentering. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilationis inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.

If specialised clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of anyinformation in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also theinformation in "For non-emergency personnel".

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SECTION 7: Handling and storageThe information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should beconsulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Protective measures :

Advice on generaloccupational hygiene

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7.2 Conditions for safestorage, including anyincompatibilities

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Recommendations :

:Industrial sector specificsolutions

Not available.

Not available.

Put on appropriate personal protective equipment (see Section 8). Do not get ineyes or on skin or clothing. If during normal use the material presents a respiratoryhazard, use only with adequate ventilation or wear appropriate respirator.

Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material ishandled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face beforeeating, drinking and smoking. Remove contaminated clothing and protectiveequipment before entering eating areas. See also Section 8 for additionalinformation on hygiene measures.

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Product/ingredient name Exposure limit values

Calcium sulfate, dihydrate ACGIH TLV (United States, 2/2010).TWA: 10 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalable fraction. See

Appendix C, paragraph A. Inhalable Particulate Mass TLVs(IPM–TLVs) for those materials that are hazardous when depositedanywhere in the respiratory tract.

Quartz ACGIH TLV (United States, 2/2010).TWA: 0.025 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction; see

Appendix COrthophosphoric acid EU OEL (Europe, 12/2009). Notes: list of indicative

occupational exposure limit valuesTWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride EU OEL (Europe, 12/2009). Notes: list of indicative

occupational exposure limit valuesTWA: 2.5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

Occupational exposure limits

Europe

Quartz Lijst Grenswaarden / Valeurs Limites (Belgium, 6/2009).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid Lijst Grenswaarden / Valeurs Limites (Belgium, 6/2009).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Lijst Grenswaarden / Valeurs Limites (Belgium, 6/2009).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

Belgium

Quartz GKV_MAK (Austria, 9/2007).AMV: 0.15 mg/m³ 1 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid GKV_MAK (Austria, 9/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

PEAK: 2 mg/m³, 4 times per shift, 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride GKV_MAK (Austria, 9/2007).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (measured as F) 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalablefraction. PEAK: 12.5 mg/m³, (measured as F), 2 times per shift,30 minute(s). Form: Inhalable fraction.

Austria

Czech Republic

Orthophosphoric acid РБ МТСП и МЗ Наредба №13/2003 (Bulgaria, 8/2007).Limit value 15 min: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

Limit value 8 hours: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).calcium fluoride РБ МТСП и МЗ Наредба №13/2003 (Bulgaria, 8/2007).

Limit value 8 hours: 2.5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

Bulgaria

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protectionThe information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should beconsulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).

8.1 Control parameters

Croatia

Orthophosphoric acid EU OEL (Europe, 12/2009). Notes: list of indicativeoccupational exposure limit values

TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

calcium fluoride EU OEL (Europe, 12/2009). Notes: list of indicativeoccupational exposure limit values





SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

Orthophosphoric acid TRGS900 AGW (Germany, 2/2010).TWA: 2 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalable fraction.

PEAK: 4 mg/m³ 15 minute(s). Form: Inhalable fraction.calcium fluoride TRGS900 AGW (Germany, 2/2010). Absorbed through skin.

TWA: 1 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 8 hour(s). Form: inhalablefraction PEAK: 4 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 15 minute(s). Form: inhalablefraction

Quartz Arbejdstilsynet (Denmark, 3/2008). Carcinogen.TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

TWA: 0.3 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Total dustOrthophosphoric acid Arbejdstilsynet (Denmark, 3/2008).

TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).calcium fluoride Arbejdstilsynet (Denmark, 3/2008).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 8 hour(s).

Quartz INRS (France, 12/2007). Notes: Regulatory binding exposurelimits

TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dustOrthophosphoric acid INRS (France, 12/2007). Notes: Regulatory indicative exposure

limitsTWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s). STEL: 0.5 ppm 15 minute(s). TWA: 0.2 ppm 8 hour(s).

calcium fluoride INRS (France, 12/2007). Notes: Regulatory indicative exposurelimits


Denmark

France

Germany

Quartz Työterveyslaitos, Sosiaali- ja terveysministeriö (Finland,7/2009).

TWA: 0.2 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: respirableOrthophosphoric acid Työterveyslaitos, Sosiaali- ja terveysministeriö (Finland,

7/2009).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Työterveyslaitos, Sosiaali- ja terveysministeriö (Finland,

7/2009).TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 8 hour(s).

Finland

Quartz 178/2001 (Czech Republic, 12/2007).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction

Orthophosphoric acid 178/2001 (Czech Republic, 12/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride 178/2001 (Czech Republic, 12/2007).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (as F) 8 hour(s). STEL: 5 mg/m³, (as F) 15 minute(s).

Estonia

Quartz Sotsiaalminister (Estonia, 10/2007).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalable fraction.

Orthophosphoric acid Sotsiaalminister (Estonia, 10/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: vapour

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s). Form: vapourcalcium fluoride Sotsiaalminister (Estonia, 10/2007).


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Netherlands

Calcium sulfate, dihydrate ACGIH TLV (United States, 2/2010).TWA: 10 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalable fraction. See

Appendix C, paragraph A. Inhalable Particulate Mass TLVs(IPM–TLVs) for those materials that are hazardous when depositedanywhere in the respiratory tract.

Quartz ACGIH TLV (United States, 2/2010).TWA: 0.025 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction

Orthophosphoric acid Ministero della Salute (Italy, 8/2009).8 hours: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

short term: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Ministero della Salute (Italy, 8/2009).

8 hours: 2.5 mg/m³, (expressed as F) 8 hour(s).

Italy

Quartz NAOSH (Ireland, 5/2010).OELV-8hr: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid NAOSH (Ireland, 5/2010).OELV-8hr: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

OELV-15min: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride NAOSH (Ireland, 5/2010).

OELV-8hr: 2.5 mg/m³, (as F) 8 hour(s).

Ireland

Lithuania

Quartz Del Lietuvos Higienos Normos (Lithuania, 10/2007).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: alveolar

Orthophosphoric acid Del Lietuvos Higienos Normos (Lithuania, 10/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Del Lietuvos Higienos Normos (Lithuania, 10/2007).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (as F) 8 hour(s).

Hungary

Quartz EüM-SzCsM (Hungary, 12/2007).TWA: 0.15 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid EüM-SzCsM (Hungary, 12/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

PEAK: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride EüM-SzCsM (Hungary, 12/2007). Absorbed through skin. Skin

sensitiser.TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (as F) 8 hour(s).

PEAK: 10 mg/m³, (as F) 15 minute(s).

Latvia

calcium bis(dihydrogenorthophosphate) LV Nat. Standardisation and Meterological Centre (Latvia,5/2007).

TWA: 10 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).Orthophosphoric acid LV Nat. Standardisation and Meterological Centre (Latvia,

5/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium bis(dihydrogenorthophosphate) LV Nat. Standardisation and Meterological Centre (Latvia,

5/2007).TWA: 10 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

calcium fluoride LV Nat. Standardisation and Meterological Centre (Latvia,5/2007).

TWA: 0.5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). STEL: 2.5 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

orthophosphoric acid PD 90/1999 (Greece, 8/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 3 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride PD 90/1999 (Greece, 8/2007).






Quartz Arbeidstilsynet (Norway, 3/2009). Carcinogen.TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

TWA: 0.3 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Total dustOrthophosphoric acid Arbeidstilsynet (Norway, 3/2009).

TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).calcium fluoride Arbeidstilsynet (Norway, 3/2009).

TWA: 0.6 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 8 hour(s).

Quartz MinSZW Wettelijke Grenswaarden (Netherlands, 4/2008).OEL, 8-h TWA: 0.075 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid MinSZW Wettelijke Grenswaarden (Netherlands, 4/2008).OEL, 8-h TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL,15-min ref: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride EU OEL (Europe, 12/2009). Notes: list of indicative

occupational exposure limit valuesTWA: 2.5 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

Norway

Slovakia

Quartz Nariadenie Vlády Slovenskej republiky (Slovakia, 6/2007).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction aerosol

Orthophosphoric acid Nariadenie Vlády Slovenskej republiky (Slovakia, 6/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

CEIL: 2 mg/m³calcium fluoride Nariadenie Vlády Slovenskej republiky (Slovakia, 6/2007).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (as fluor) 8 hour(s). CEIL: 5 mg/m³, (as fluor)

Poland

Quartz Rozporządzenie Ministra Pracy i Polityki Społecznej (Poland,7/2009).

TWA: 0.3 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust TWA: 2 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Total dust

Orthophosphoric acid Rozporządzenie Ministra Pracy i Polityki Społecznej (Poland,7/2009).

TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

calcium fluoride Rozporządzenie Ministra Pracy i Polityki Społecznej (Poland,7/2009).

TWA: 2 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 8 hour(s).

Slovenia

Portugal

Calcium sulfate, dihydrate Instituto Português da Qualidade (Portugal, 3/2007).TWA: 10 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalable fraction.

Quartz Instituto Português da Qualidade (Portugal, 3/2007).TWA: 0.025 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: respirable fraction

Orthophosphoric acid Instituto Português da Qualidade (Portugal, 3/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 3 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Instituto Português da Qualidade (Portugal, 3/2007).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (expressed as F) 8 hour(s).

Quartz (SiO2) Ministerul Muncii, Solidarităţii Sociale şi Familiei, şi MinisterulSănătăţii Publice (Romania, 9/2006).

VLA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Dust Respirable fractionOrthophosphoric acid Ministerul Muncii, Solidarităţii Sociale şi Familiei, şi Ministerul

Sănătăţii Publice (Romania, 10/2006).VLA: 0.2 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

Short term: 0.5 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Ministerul Muncii, Solidarităţii Sociale şi Familiei, şi Ministerul

Sănătăţii Publice (Romania, 10/2006).VLA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

Short term: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

Romania





Quartz AFS 2005:17 (Sweden, 6/2007).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid AFS 2005:17 (Sweden, 6/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 3 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride AFS 2005:17 (Sweden, 6/2007).

TWA: 2 mg/m³, (as F) 8 hour(s).

Sweden

Calcium sulfate, dihydrate SUVA (Switzerland, 1/2009). Oxygen Depletion [Asphyxiant].TWA: 3 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Quartz SUVA (Switzerland, 1/2009).TWA: 0.15 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid SUVA (Switzerland, 1/2009).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride SUVA (Switzerland, 1/2009). Absorbed through skin.

TWA: 1 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 8 hour(s). Form: Inhalablefraction. STEL: 4 mg/m³, (calculated as F) 15 minute(s). Form: Inhalablefraction.

Switzerland

Quartz EH40/2005 WELs (United Kingdom (UK), 8/2007).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid EH40/2005 WELs (United Kingdom (UK), 8/2007).STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).

TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).calcium fluoride EH40/2005 WELs (United Kingdom (UK), 8/2007).


United Kingdom (UK)

Spain

Quartz INSHT (Spain, 5/2010).TWA: 0.1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction

Orthophosphoric acid INSHT (Spain, 5/2010).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride INSHT (Spain, 5/2010).


Turkey

Quartz NIOSH REL (United States, 6/2009).TWA: 0.05 mg/m³ 10 hour(s). Form: Respirable dust

Orthophosphoric acid TR ISGGM OEL (Turkey, 3/2008).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

STEL: 2 mg/m³ 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride TR ISGGM OEL (Turkey, 3/2008).


Quartz Uradni list Republike Slovenije (Slovenia, 6/2007).TWA: 0.15 mg/m³ 8 hour(s). Form: Respirable fraction

KTV: 0.15 mg/m³, 4 times per shift, 15 minute(s). Form:Respirable fraction

Orthophosphoric acid Uradni list Republike Slovenije (Slovenia, 6/2007).TWA: 1 mg/m³ 8 hour(s).

KTV: 2 mg/m³, 4 times per shift, 15 minute(s).calcium fluoride Uradni list Republike Slovenije (Slovenia, 6/2007).

TWA: 2.5 mg/m³, (measured as fluor) 8 hour(s). Form: inhalablefraction KTV: 2.5 mg/m³, (measured as fluor), 4 times per shift,15 minute(s). Form: Inhalable fraction.




SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protectionRecommended monitoringprocedures

If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, personal, workplaceatmosphere or biological monitoring may be required to determine the effectivenessof the ventilation or other control measures and/or the necessity to use respiratoryprotective equipment. Reference should be made to European Standard EN 689 formethods for the assessment of exposure by inhalation to chemical agents andnational guidance documents for methods for the determination of hazardoussubstances.

Hand protection

Use a properly fitted, air-purifying or air-fed respirator complying with an approvedstandard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection mustbe based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product andthe safe working limits of the selected respirator.

Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard shouldbe worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicatesthis is necessary.

Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a riskassessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,gases or dusts.

Eye/face protection

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Personal protective equipment for the body should be selected based on the taskbeing performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialistbefore handling this product.

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Environmental exposurecontrols

: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensurethey comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation. In somecases, fume scrubbers, filters or engineering modifications to the processequipment will be necessary to reduce emissions to acceptable levels.

Appropriate engineeringcontrols

: If user operations generate dust, fumes, gas, vapour or mist, use processenclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep workerexposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits.

Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, beforeeating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period. Washcontaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safetyshowers are close to the workstation location.

8.2 Exposure controls

Hygiene measures :

Superphosphates, concentrated DNEL Long termInhalation

3.1 mg/m³ Workers Systemic

DNEL Long term Dermal 17.4 mg/kgbw/day

Workers Systemic

DNEL Long term Dermal 10.4 mg/kgbw/day

Consumers Systemic

DNEL Long termInhalation

0.9 mg/m³ Consumers Systemic

DNEL Long term Oral 2.1 mg/kgbw/day

Consumers Systemic

Product/ingredient name Exposure Value Population Effects

Predicted effect concentrations

Superphosphates, concentrated PNEC Fresh water 1.7 mg/l Assessment FactorsPNEC Sewage Treatment

Plant10 mg/l Assessment Factors

Product/ingredient name Compartment Detail Value Method Detail

PEC Summary : Very low acute toxicity to fish. No ecotoxic effects are known for this product. Noknown significant effects or critical hazards.

Derived effect levels

Type

Type

Individual protection measures

Body protection :

Other skin protection Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should beselected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should beapproved by a specialist before handling this product.




Decomposes.

Physical state

Melting point/freezing point

Initial boiling point and boilingrange

Vapour pressure

Relative density

Vapour density

Solubility(ies)

Solid. [Granular solid.]

Not available.

Not available.

Not available.

Not available.

Partially soluble in the following materials: hot watercold water.

Faint odour.Odour

pH

Greyish-white to Brown.Colour

Evaporation rate Not available.

Auto-ignition temperature

Flash point

Not applicable

[Product does not sustain combustion.]

Not applicable

Non-explosive in the presence of the following materials or conditions: openflames, sparks and static discharge, heat, shocks and mechanical impacts,oxidizing materials, reducing materials, combustible materials, organic materials,metals, acids, alkalis and moisture.No specific fire or explosion hazard.

Not available.

3 [Conc. (% w/w): 10%]

Viscosity Not applicable

Not available.Odour threshold

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water

Upper/lower flammability orexplosive limits

Explosive properties

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9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Appearance

9.2 Other information

Burning time Not applicable

Burning rate Not applicable

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SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

Flammability (solid, gas) : Non-combustible.

No additional information.

10.6 Hazardousdecomposition products

10.4 Conditions to avoid No specific data.

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition productsshould not be produced.

The product is stable.10.2 Chemical stability

No specific data.

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10.3 Possibility ofhazardous reactions


SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity10.1 Reactivity : No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.





Inhalation : Harmful if inhaled. May give off gas, vapor or dust that is very irritating or corrosiveto the respiratory system.

May be irritating to mouth, throat and stomach.:Ingestion


Causes serious eye damage.:Eye contact

Acute tox

calciumbis(dihydrogenorthophosphate)

LD50 Dermal Rabbit >2 g/kg -

LD50 Oral Rat 3986 mg/kg -Orthophosphoric acid LD50 Oral Rat 1.25 g/kg -calcium fluoride LD50 Oral Rat 4250 mg/kg -

Product/ingredient name Result Species Dose Exposure

Conclusion/Summary : Not considered to be toxic to humans.

Carcinogenicity

Conclusion/Summary : No evidence of risk to humans.

Mutagenicity

Superphosphates,concentrated

OECD 471 BacterialReverse Mutation Test

Experiment: In vitroSubject: Bacteria

Negative

Product/ingredient name Test Experiment Result

Conclusion/Summary : No mutagenic effect.

Teratogenicity


Negative - Oral Rat - Female 750 mg/kg -



Reproductive toxicity

Conclusion/Summary : Not considered to be toxic to the reproductive system.

Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics

Irritation/Corrosion


Skin - Oedema Rabbit 0 - 72 hours

Eyes - Cornea opacity Rabbit 2.3 - 72 hours

Product/ingredient name Result Score Exposure Observation

Conclusion/Summary

Skin : No significant irritation expected other than possible mechanical irritation.

Eyes : Causes severe eye irritation.

Respiratory : May cause respiratory irritation.

Sensitisation


skin Mouse Not sensitizing

Product/ingredient name Route ofexposure

Species Result

Conclusion/Summary

Skin : Non-sensitiser.

Respiratory : Non-sensitiser.

Species

Routes of entry anticipated:Inhalation.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Information on the likelyroutes of exposure

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SECTION 11: Toxicological information

Potential chronic health effects

No known significant effects or critical hazards.General :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Carcinogenicity :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Mutagenicity :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Teratogenicity :


Chronic NOAEL Oral Rat - Male,Female

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Conclusion/Summary : Not considered to be toxic to humans.

Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Skin contact

Ingestion

Inhalation No specific data.

Adverse symptoms may include the following:stomach pains

Adverse symptoms may include the following:pain or irritationredness

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Other information : Not available.

Mobility Not available.:

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

12.6 Other adverse effects No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Not available.

12.1 Toxicity

magnesium sulphate Acute EC50 343560 ug/L Fresh water Daphnia - Daphnia magna 48 hoursAcute LC50 2820000 ug/L Fresh water Fish - Pimephales promelas - 1

to 7 days96 hours

Product/ingredient name SpeciesResult Exposure


12.2 Persistence and degradability

Conclusion/Summary : According to EC criteria: Inherently biodegradable

PBT : Not applicable. Inorganic salt.

P: Not available. B: Not available. T: Not available.

Not vPvB. : Not applicable. Inorganic salt.

vP: Not available. vB: Not available.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.4 Mobility in soil

Soil/water partitioncoefficient (KOC)

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12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

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European waste catalogue (EWC)

The classification of the product may meet the criteria for a hazardous waste.Hazardous waste :

:Methods of disposal

SECTION 13: Disposal considerationsThe information in this section contains generic advice and guidance. The list of Identified Uses in Section 1 should beconsulted for any available use-specific information provided in the Exposure Scenario(s).

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product

Packaging

Waste code Waste designation

Methods of disposal :

Special precautions :

06 09 00 wastes from the MSFU of phosphorous chemicals and phosphorous chemical processes

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible. Wastepackaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be consideredwhen recycling is not feasible.

This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should betaken when handling emptied containers that have not been cleaned or rinsed out.Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal ofspilt material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

The generation of waste should be avoided or minimised wherever possible.Significant quantities of waste product residues should not be disposed of via thefoul sewer but processed in a suitable effluent treatment plant. Dispose of surplusand non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. or Recoverthe material and use it for its intended purpose. Disposal of this product, solutionsand any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements ofenvironmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional localauthority requirements.

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-

-

-

-

-

Not regulated.

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-

Not regulated.

-

Not regulated. Not regulated.

- - - -

SECTION 14: Transport information

ADR/RID IMDG IATA

14.1 UN number

14.2 UN propershipping name

14.3 Transporthazard class(es)

14.4 Packinggroup

ADN/ADNR

Additionalinformation

14.5Environmentalhazards

14.6 Specialprecautions foruser

14.7 Transport in bulkaccording to Annex II ofMARPOL 73/78 and the IBCCode

No. No. No. No.

Not available. Not available. Not available. Not available.

Not available.

:

Proper Shipping Name :

Ship type : Not available.

Pollution category : Not available.

Not available.




SECTION 14: Transport information

National regulations

Other EU regulations

Social Security Code,Articles L 461-1 to L 461-7

3 Appendix No. 3Hazard class for water

:

:

Not applicable.Annex XVII - Restrictionson the manufacture,placing on the market anduse of certain dangeroussubstances, mixtures andarticles

:

Quartz RG 25calcium fluoride RG 32

Technical instruction onair quality control

: TA-Luft Number 5.2.1: 89%TA-Luft Class II - Number 5.2.4: 1%

Europe inventory : All components are listed or exempted.

Reinforced medicalsurveillance

: Act of July 11, 1977 determining the list of activities which require reinforced medicalsurveillance: not applicable

France

Priority List Chemicals : Listed

Integrated pollutionprevention and controllist (IPPC) - Air

: Listed

SECTION 15: Regulatory information15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

EU Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

Annex XIV - List of substances subject to authorisation

Permitted.Limitation of the use oforganic solvents

:

Product/ingredient name List name Name on list Classification Notes

Quartz Belgium Carcinogenchemicals

Quarz Cristalline Carc. -


Quartz (SiO2) Denmark CarcinogenicChemicals

α-kvarts Listed -

Denmark – Cancer risks : National Working Environment Authorities Ordinance on Measures to PreventCancer Risks during Work with Substances and Preparations is applicable.

Restrictions on use Not to be used by professional users below 18 years of age. See the NationalWorking Environment Authorities Executive Order on young people's dangerouswork.

:

Carcinogenic waste : Waste containers must be labeled: Contains a substance or substances regulated byDanish working environment legislation on cancer risks.

AOX : The product does not contain organically bound halogens which could lead to anAOX value in waste water.


Quartz NetherlandsCarcinogenicChemicals

silica Kristallijn Carc. -


Quartz (SiO2) Norway OccupationalExposure Limits

α-kvarts totalstøv Carc. K -

Substances of very high concern

None of the components are listed.




SECTION 15: Regulatory information


Quartz Portugal OccupationalExposure Limits

α-quartzo Carc. A2 -


Quartz Slovakia Sensitive,Carcinogenic,Mutagenic chemicals

oxid kremičitýKrystalický

Carc. 1 -

15.2 Chemical SafetyAssessment

This product contains substances for which Chemical Safety Assessments are stillrequired.

:

Date of issue/ Date ofrevision

Version

DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

The information and recommendations contained in this Safety Data Sheet ("SDS") relate only to the specificmaterial referred to herein (the "Material") and do not relate to the use of such Material in combination with anyother material or process. The information and recommendations contained herein are believed to be currentand correct as of the date of this SDS. HOWEVER, THE INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS AREPRESENTED WITHOUT WARRANTY, REPRESENTATION OR LICENSE OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,WITH RESPECT TO THEIR ACCURACY, CORRECTNESS OR COMPLETENESS, AND THE SELLER, SUPPLIERAND MANUFACTURER OF THE MATERIAL AND THEIR RESPECTIVE AFFILIATES (COLLECTIVELY, THE"SUPPLIER") DISCLAIM ALL LIABILITY FOR RELIANCE ON SUCH INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS.This SDS is not a guarantee of safety. A buyer or user of the Material (a "Recipient") is responsible forensuring that it has all current information necessary to safely use the Material for its specific purpose.

FURTHERMORE, THE RECIPIENT ASSUMES ALL RISK IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THE MATERIAL.THE RECIPIENT ASSUMES ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ENSURING THE MATERIAL IS USED IN A SAFEMANNER IN COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE ENVIRONMENTAL, HEALTH, SAFETY AND SECURITY LAWS,POLICIES AND GUIDELINES. THE SUPPLIER DOES NOT WARRANT THE MERCHANTABILITY OF THEMATERIAL OR THE FITNESS OF THE MATERIAL FOR ANY PARTICULAR USE AND ASSUMES NORESPONSIBILITY FOR INJURY OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY OR RELATED TO THEUSE OF THE MATERIAL.

Notice to reader

:

:

R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.Full text of abbreviated Rphrases

:

Xi - Irritant:Full text of classifications[DSD/DPD]

Revision comments : Section 2. Hazards identificationSection 3. Composition/information on ingredients

10/9/2012.

2.2

SECTION 16: Other information

Full text of abbreviated Hstatements

:

Abbreviations andacronyms

: ATE = Acute Toxicity EstimateCLP = Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation [Regulation (EC) No.1272/2008]DNEL = Derived No Effect LevelEUH statement = CLP-specific Hazard statementPNEC = Predicted No Effect ConcentrationRRN = REACH Registration Number

Procedure used to derive the classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP/GHS]

Classification Justification

Eye Dam. 1, H318 Expert judgment

Europe

Full text of classifications[CLP/GHS]

:

H318 Causes serious eye damage.

Eye Dam. 1, H318 SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE/ EYE IRRITATION - Category 1




SECTION 16: Other information


Annex to the extended Safety Data Sheet (eSDS)

: Agrium TSP ES for Workers

Industrial

List of use descriptors : Identified use name: Industrial use for the formulation of preparations, intermediateuse, and end use in industrial settings.Process Category: PROC03, PROC05, PROC08a, PROC08b, PROC09, PROC26Substance supplied to that use in form of: As suchSector of end use: SU03, SU10, SU01Subsequent service life relevant for that use: No.Environmental Release Category: ERC02, ERC10bMarket sector by type of chemical product: PC12Article category related to subsequent service life: Not applicable.

Environmental contributingscenarios

: Not applicable.

Health Contributingscenarios

: Bulk transfers - PROC03, PROC05, PROC08a, PROC08b, PROC09, PROC26Clean-down and maintenance of equipment - PROC03, PROC05, PROC08a,

PROC08b, PROC09, PROC26Laboratory activitiesMixing operations (open systems) - PROC05, PROC08bProduct packaging - PROC09Storage - PROC26

Section 1 - TitleShort title of the exposurescenario

Code : 3216-27992; 3216-27993; 3216-27994


Product name : TRIPLE SUPER PHOSPHATE, GRANULAR, 0-46-0

Identification of the substance or mixture

Number of the ES : 1

Processes and activitiescovered by the exposurescenario

: Applicable to all identified Process Categories.An environmental assessment has not been done as the substance does not meetthe criteria for being classified as dangerous for the environment.

Section 2 - Exposure controls

Contributing exposure scenario controlling environmental exposure for 1: Not applicable.

Not applicable. Not classified as dangerous to the environment.

Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 1: Bulk transfers

Product Characteristics : Solid, low dustiness.

Concentration ofsubstance in mixture orarticle

: Covers percentage substance in the product up to 100%

Physical state : Solid beads.

Dust : Solid, low dustiness.

Amounts used : Variable, from day to day.

Human factors notinfluenced by riskmanagement

: Not applicable.

Other operationalconditions affecting workerexposure

: Indoor/Outdoor use. Amounts used

:Frequency and duration ofuse

Use duration (h/d): >4

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TRIPLE SUPER PHOSPHATE, GRANULAR, 0-46-0 Agrium TSP ES for Workers

Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 2: Clean-down and maintenance ofequipment






Amounts used : Not applicable.


: Not applicable.


: Indoor/Outdoor use.

Area of use:

Area of use:

:

:

Indoor and outdoor use.

Indoor and outdoor use.

Technical conditions andmeasures at process level(source) to prevent release


:

:

Not applicable.

Restrict access while emptying or maintaining the unit. Provide a good standard of general ventilation.Natural ventilation is from doors, windows etc.Controlled ventilation means air is supplied or removed by a powered fan. Since the emptied containers retain product residue, follow product insert warningseven after container is emptied.

Process control/changemeasures


:

:

Not applicable.

These controls may include segregation of areas, access only to authorised persons,permit to work systems, confined space working procedures, and hazard awarenesstraining.

Technical conditions andmeasures to controldispersion from sourcetowards the worker


Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Provideenhanced general ventilation by mechanical means.

Provide a good standard of general ventilation.Natural ventilation is from doors, windows etc.Controlled ventilation means air is supplied or removed by a powered fan.

Engineering controls


:

:



Ventilation controlmeasures


:

:

Provide adequate ventilation and, if possible, use or install internal exhaust systems.


Organisational measures toprevent/limit releases,dispersion and exposure

: Not applicable.

Personal protection : If operating conditions cause high dust concentrations to be produced, use dustgoggles.

Respiratory protection : If ventilation is inadequate, use respirator that will protect against dust/mist.

Conditions and measures related to personal protection, hygiene and health evaluation

:

:



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Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 3: Laboratory activities






Amounts used : Variable, from day to day.


: Not applicable.


: Indoor use.

Area of use: : Indoor.


: Not applicable.


: Not applicable.


Manipulate in a well-ventilated area or under an adequate fume hood.

Engineering controls : Provide a good standard of general ventilation.Natural ventilation is from doors, windows etc.Controlled ventilation means air is supplied or removed by a powered fan.


: Provide adequate ventilation and, if possible, use or install internal exhaust systems.



:

:

Not applicable.

Not applicable.

Personal protection

Personal protection

:

:

If operating conditions cause high dust concentrations to be produced, use dustgoggles.

Goggles, face shield or other full-face protection should be worn if there is a risk ofdirect exposure to dust. Wear suitable coveralls to prevent exposure to the skin.Wear chemical-resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with 'basic'employee training. Adequate ventilation should be provided if there is risk of aerosolformation. If dust is generated and ventilation is inadequate, use respirator that willprotect against dust/mist. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratoryprotection: Approved/certified respirator with appropriate particulate dust filters.

Respiratory protection

Respiratory protection

:

:

If ventilation is inadequate, use respirator that will protect against dust/mist.

Filtering half-face mask (DIN EN 149)



:



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Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 4: Mixing operations (open systems)

Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 5: Product packaging

Product Characteristics

Product Characteristics

:

:

Solid, low dustiness.




:

:

Covers percentage substance in the product up to 100%

Covers percentage substance in the product up to 100%

Physical state

Physical state

:

:

Solid beads.

Solid beads.

Dust

Dust

:

:



Amounts used

Amounts used

:

:

Not applicable.

Not applicable.



:

:

Not applicable.

Not applicable.


: Indoor use.

Area of use: : Indoor.


: Not applicable.


: Not applicable.



Engineering controls : Provide a good standard of general ventilation.Natural ventilation is from doors, windows etc.Controlled ventilation means air is supplied or removed by a powered fan.




: Not applicable.

Personal protection : Goggles, face shield or other full-face protection should be worn if there is a risk ofdirect exposure to dust. Wear suitable coveralls to prevent exposure to the skin.Wear chemical-resistant gloves (tested to EN374) in combination with 'basic'employee training. Adequate ventilation should be provided if there is risk of aerosolformation. If dust is generated and ventilation is inadequate, use respirator that willprotect against dust/mist. In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratoryprotection: Approved/certified respirator with appropriate particulate dust filters.

Respiratory protection : Filtering half-face mask (DIN EN 149)


:

:

:

Frequency and duration ofuse

Frequency and duration ofuse



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Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 6: Storage






Amounts used : Not applicable.


: Not applicable.



:

:

Indoor use.

Indoor use.

Area of use:

Area of use:

:

:

Indoor.

Indoor.



:

:

Not applicable.

Not applicable.



:

:

Not applicable.

Not applicable.



Ensure the area is organised, well lit and ventilated with enough space to deal withspills easily.




:

:





:

:

Ensure sufficient ventilation when re-packing damaged packages. Only use productin a well-ventilated area.



: Not applicable.




:

:



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: Not applicable.




Section 3 - Exposure estimation and reference to its source

Website: : Qualitative approach used to conclude safe use.

Exposure assessment(environment):

: Qualitative approach used to conclude safe use.

Exposure estimation : Not available.

Exposure assessment(human):






:

:

:

:

:

:

Qualitative approach used to conclude safe use.






Exposure estimation

Exposure estimation

Exposure estimation

Exposure estimation

Exposure estimation

Exposure estimation

:

:

:

:

:

:

Estimated workplace exposures are not expected to exceed DNELs when theidentified risk management measures are adopted.






Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 1: Bulk transfers

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 2: Clean-down and maintenance of equipment

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 3: Laboratory activities

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 4: Mixing operations (open systems)

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 5: Product packaging

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 6: Storage

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Environment:7: Not applicable.

Section 4 - Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate if he works inside the boundaries set bythe ES

Additional good practice advice beyond the REACH CSA

Environment : No additional risk management measures required.

Health : Guidance is based on assumed operating conditions which may not be applicable toall sites; thus, scaling may be necessary to define appropriate site-specific riskmanagement measures.

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Environment : Use containment as appropriate. Good hygiene practices and housekeepingmeasures

Health : Not available.

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Annex to the extended Safety Data Sheet (eSDS)

: Agrium TSP ES for Professionals

Professional

List of use descriptors : Identified use name: Professional use in formulation of preparations and end-use.Process Category: PROC03, PROC08a, PROC08b, PROC09, PROC26Substance supplied to that use in form of: As suchSector of end use: SU01, SU03, SU10, SU22Subsequent service life relevant for that use: No.Environmental Release Category: ERC02, ERC08b, ERC08eMarket sector by type of chemical product: PC12

Environmental contributingscenarios

: An environmental assessment has not been done as the substance does notmeet the criteria for being classified as dangerous for the environment.

Health Contributingscenarios

: All process categories are addressed by this contributing scenario as allOperational Conditions and Risk Management Measures are identical.

Section 1 - TitleShort title of the exposurescenario

Code : 3216-27992; 3216-27993; 3216-27994


Product name : TRIPLE SUPER PHOSPHATE, GRANULAR, 0-46-0

Identification of the substance or mixture

Number of the ES : 2

Processes and activitiescovered by the exposurescenario

: Applicable to all identified Process Categories.

Section 2 - Exposure controls

Contributing exposure scenario controlling environmental exposure for 1: An environmental assessment hasnot been done as the substance does not meet the criteria for being classified as dangerous for theenvironment.

Not applicable.

Contributing exposure scenario controlling worker exposure for 1: All process categories are addressed bythis contributing scenario as all Operational Conditions and Risk Management Measures are identical.






Amounts used : Variable.


: Not applicable.


: Indoor/Outdoor use.

Area of use: : Indoor and outdoor use.


: Not applicable.


>4 Hours per shift

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TRIPLE SUPER PHOSPHATE, GRANULAR, 0-46-0 Agrium TSP ES for Professionals


Use containment as appropriate. Provide a good standard of general ventilation.Natural ventilation is from doors, windows etc.Controlled ventilation means air is supplied or removed by a powered fan.

Engineering controls : Provide adequate ventilation.



Product substance-relatedmeasures

: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Ensure the area is organised, well-lit andventilated, with enough space to deal with spills easily. If during normal use thematerial presents a respiratory hazard, use only with adequate ventilation or wearappropriate respirator.


: Not applicable.

Personal protection : Use suitable eye protection. If operating conditions cause high dust concentrations tobe produced, use dust goggles. Use appropriate respiratory protection if there is arisk of exceeding any exposure limits. If dust is generated and ventilation isinadequate, use respirator that will protect against dust/mist. In case of inadequateventilation wear respiratory protection: Filtering device (DIN EN 147) Wear dust-resistant protective clothing.


:

Section 3 - Exposure estimation and reference to its source

Website: : Qualitative approach used to conclude safe use.

Exposure assessment(environment):

: Not applicable.



: Qualitative approach used to conclude safe use.


Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Workers: 1: All process categories are addressed by thiscontributing scenario as all Operational Conditions and Risk Management Measures are identical.

Exposure estimation and reference to its source - Environment:2: An environmental assessment has not beendone as the substance does not meet the criteria for being classified as dangerous for the environment.

Section 4 - Guidance to Downstream User to evaluate if he works inside the boundaries set bythe ES

Additional good practice advice beyond the REACH CSA

Environment : Not applicable.

Health : No additional risk management measures required.

Environment : Not available.

Health : Use containment as appropriate. Ensure control measures are regularly inspectedand maintained. Pay attention to good general hygiene and housekeeping.

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Status: Revised Issue Date: 12/22/2009 Section(s) Revised: All MSDS #: MOS-100038.01 Revision Date: 12/21/2012

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION TRADE NAME: MicroEssentials SZ

CHEMICAL NAME: Monoammonium Phosphate with Sulfur and Zinc

CAS NUMBER: MAP: 7722-76-1 Sulfur: various Zinc: various

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Ammonium Phosphates- Inorganic Salts

SYNONYMS:

Monoammonium Phosphate + Sulfur and Zinc Monobasic Ammonium Phosphate + Sulfur and Zinc Ammonium Dihydrogen Phosphate + Sulfur and Zinc MESZ MAP + S + Z Ammonium dihydrogen orthophosphate

PRIMARY USE: Crop nutrient to be applied as intact granule

COMPANY INFORMATION:

The Mosaic Company Atria Corporate Center

3033 Campus Drive, Suite E490 Plymouth, MN 55441USA

www.mosaicco.com For non-emergency questions, phone hours are 8 AM to 5 PM Central Time US

800.918.8270 (toll free) 763.577.2700 (phone)

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE:

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW 24 Hour Emergency Telephone Number

For Chemical Emergencies: Spill, Leak, Fire or Accident

Call CHEMTREC North America: (800) 424-9300 Others: (703) 527-3887 (collect)

SECTION 2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW :

Health Hazards: Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid ingestion. Wash thoroughly after handling. Also refer to Sections 11, and 15.

Physical Hazards: Slippery when wet.

Physical Form: Solid

Appearance: Grey, tan, brown, or black granules

Odor: Slight ammonia odor

Toxicity: Non-toxic

NFPA HAZARD CLASS

HMIS HAZARD CLASS

WHMIS HAZARD CLASS

Health: 2 Health: 2 Symbol N/A

Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0

Instability: 0 Physical Hazard:

0 Classification Not WHMIS controlled

Special Hazard:

None PPE: Section

VIII

Sub Class (N/A)


POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:

Eye: Contact may cause eye irritation including stinging, watering and redness.

Skin: Contact may cause mild irritation including redness and a burning sensation. No harmful effects from skin absorption have been reported.

Inhalation (Breathing): Effects of overexposure to dusts can include irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract, pneumoconiosis (dust congested lungs) pneumonitis (lung inflammation), coughing, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain. Contact with particulate matter may cause irritation of the nose and throat, coughing and shortness of breath including a burning sensation.

Ingestion (Swallowing) Moderate degree of toxicity by ingestion, however ingestion is NOT an intended use.

Signs and Symptoms: Effects of overexposure may include irritation of the nose, throat and digestive tract, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, runny nose, coughing, shortness of breath, abdominal cramping and chest pain.

Cancer: Data not available. Target Organs: Data not available. Developmental: Inadequate data available. Other Comments: These comments relate to minor ingredients or

impurities that are present and bound within finished product granules. Overexposure to these minor components during proper handling and use are not expected. Allergic skin responses after repeated contact with sulfur, a component, have been reported but are not common. Prolonged or repeated overexposure to fluoride compounds may cause fluorosis. Fluorosis is characterized by skeletal changes, consisting of osteosclerosis (hardening or abnormal density of bone) and osteomalacia (softening of bones) and by mottled discoloration of the enamel of teeth (if exposure occurs during enamel formation). Symptoms may include bone and joint pain and limited range of motion.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions:

Skin and Respiratory (asthma-like) disorders.

POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS:

MicroEssentials SZ is considered biodegradable and is taken up as a nutrient by vegetation. Large spills can harm or kill vegetation. May release ammonium ions that are toxic to fish in water systems. May release phosphates which will result in algae growth, increased turbidity and depleted oxygen in water systems.


SECTION 3 COMPOSITION

INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

COMPOSITION:

Phosphate as P2O5 Nitrogen as N Water Sulfur as S Sulfate as S Zinc as Zn Fluorides as F

Primary nutrient ingredient 40% Primary nutrient ingredient 12% Trace as moisture 0.5 – 2% Secondary nutrient ingredient 5% Secondary nutrient ingredient 5% Micro nutrient 1% Impurity 2-4%

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

Eyes:

Move victim away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

Skin:

Wash contaminated area thoroughly with mild soap and water. If chemical or solution soaks through clothing, remove clothing and wash contaminated skin. If irritation develops and persists after washing, seek medical attention.

Inhaled:

If respiratory symptoms develop (see Signs and Symptoms, Section 2), move victim away from source of exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

Ingestion:

If exposed individual is conscious, immediately give water or milk. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. If person is unconscious, do not give anything by mouth.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: If individual has been exposed to concentrated decomposition products (see Section 10), treat symptomatically and watch for delayed symptoms of pulmonary edema.

SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:

Flash Point: Not applicable

OSHA Flammability Class: Not applicable

LEL/UEL: LEL: Not explosible (at product concentration) UEL: Not explosible (at product concentration)

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. Avoid use of excessive quantities of water to minimize runoff to environment (see Section 2). Small fires: water spray, foam, dry chemical or CO2 – collect or direct water to containment Large fires: water spray, fog or foam – collect or direct water to containment

PROTECTION OF FIREFIGHTERS:

Positive pressure, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) is required for all fire-fighting activities involving hazardous materials. Section 10 notes decomposition products that may evolve.


SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

RESPONSE TECHNIQUES:

Stay upwind and away from product spill that may generate a dust hazard. Wear appropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protection, as conditions warrant (see Section 8). Prevent spilled material from entering sewers, storm drains, other drainage systems, and natural waterways. Notify appropriate federal, state/provincial and local agencies as may be required (see Section 15.) Sweep up and package appropriately for use as intended or disposal; minimize dust generation during cleanup.

RELEASE NOTES : If spill could potentially enter any waterway, including intermittent dry creeks, contact the local authorities. If in the United States, contact the US COAST GUARD NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER toll-free number 800-424-8802. In case of accident or road/rail spill notify: CHEMTREC in North America at 800-424-9300 and from other countries (collect) at 0-703-527-3887. (See Section 1)

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING:

This product is intended for use intact - as produced and shipped by Mosaic. The use of appropriate respiratory protection is advised when airborne concentrations exceed any established exposure limits (see Section 8). Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, nose, hands/skin, and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing or shoes. Use good personal hygiene practices. Avoid systems that would tend to segregate dust or any components of this product. Avoid accumulation of fugitive dust, as high concentrations of sulfur dust may present an explosion hazard. Follow standard safe-work practices, including hot-work procedures when working around this product.

STORAGE:

Use and store this material in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas. Store only in approved containers. Keep container(s) tightly closed. Keep away from any incompatible material (see Section 10). Protect container(s) against physical damage. Material may absorb moisture from the air.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS:

Use process enclosure, general dilution ventilation or local exhaust systems where necessary to maintain airborne dust concentration below the OSHA standards (see Section 8) or in accordance with applicable regulations.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):

Eye/Face:

Approved eye/face protection to safeguard against potential eye contact, irritation or injury is advised. Eye protection that provides a seal to the skin around the eye is advised.

Skin: The use of cloth or leather work gloves is advised to prevent skin contact and irritation.

Respiratory:

Use a dust mask or other appropriate respiratory protection where engineering controls are not feasible or during operations that generate airborne concentrations exceeding the relevant standards.

Other: A source of clean water should be available in the work area for flushing eyes and skin.

GENERAL HYGIENE CONSIDERATIONS:

Use in adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.


EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL):

Particulates Not Otherwise Specified (nos): 5 mg/m

3 TWA (respirable)

15 mg/m3 TWA (total)

Ammonia: 50 ppm (35 mg/m

3) TWA

Fluorides, as F : 2.5 mg/m

3 TWA

ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):

Particulates Not Otherwise Specified (nos): 3 mg/m

3 TWA (respirable)

10 mg/m3 TWA (total)

Ammonia: 25 ppm (18 mg/m

3) TWA

35 ppm (27 mg/m3) STEL

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Note: Unless otherwise stated, values in this section are determined at 20°C (68°F) and 760 mm Hg (1 atm).


Flammability/ Explosive Limits (%):

LEL: Not explosive (at product concentration) UEL: Not explosive (at product concentration)

Auto-Ignition Temperature:

Not applicable

Appearance: Grey, tan, brown, or black granules

Physical State: Solid

Odor: Slight ammonia odor

pH: 4.2-5.0 in a 1% solution.

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):

Not applicable

Vapor Density (air=1):

Not applicable

Boiling Point: Not applicable

Freezing/Melting Point: Decomposes at 374°F (190 °C) before melting.

Solubility in Water: 80% - 90% 328 g/L at 20°C

Specific Gravity: Not applicable

Volatility: Not applicable

Bulk Density: 57 - 66 lbs./ft3 (Packed); 54 – 62 lbs./ft

3 (Loose)

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling. Decomposes at 374°F (190°C).

Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures

Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with alkaline materials

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

If heated to the point of decomposition, oxides of phosphorus, nitrogen and/or sulfur (e.g., SO2 ) may be released, as well may ammonia and fluoride vapor.

Corrosiveness: May be corrosive to iron and mild steels, aluminum, zinc, and copper.

Hazardous Polymerization:

Will not occur.


SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Oral Toxicity Monoammonium Phosphate – LD50(rat) >2000 mg/kg Ammonium Sulfate – LD50(rat) = 2000 to 4250 mg/kg, LD50(mouse) = 640 or 4,280 mg/kg

Acute Inhalation Toxicity Data not available for mixture or components

Acute Dermal Toxicity Data not available Monoammonium Phosphate – LD50(rat) >5000 mg/kg Ammonium Sulfate – LD50(rat and mouse) >2000 mg/kg

Mutagenesis Data not available for mixture or major component

Target Organ Data not available for mixture or major component

Developmental Toxicity Data not available for mixture. The available data for components are inadequate.

Carcinogenicity The ingredient(s) of this product is (are) not classified as carcinogenic by NTP (National Toxicology Program), IARC, or OSHA

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGY: This product is a concentrated source of nutrients that have been indicated (see Section 2) to impact vegetation and aquatic systems. May release ammonium ions that are toxic to fish. Un-ionized ammonia concentrations above 0.02 mg/l are considered toxic (USA) in fresh water. May release phosphates which will result in algae growth, increased turbidity, and depleted oxygen. At extremely high concentrations, this may be hazardous to fish or other marine organisms. Release to watercourses may cause effects downstream.

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

It is the responsibility of the waste generator to properly characterize all waste materials according to applicable regulatory entities. Consult federal state/ provincial and local regulations regarding the proper disposal of waste material that may incorporate some amount of this product.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION INFO

Regulatory Status Not regulated

Proper Shipping Name Not applicable

Hazard Class Not listed in the hazardous materials shipping regulations (49 CFR, Table 172.101) by the U.S. Department of Transportation, or in the Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Regulations Canada.

Packing Group Not applicable

Identification Number HTS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) Code 3105.40.0050

Guide Number Not applicable


SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

FDA: Phosphate compounds are Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (21 CFR 582.1141; Bhat and Ramaswamy 1993) which allows them to be used as food and color additives.

CERCLA: Product is not listed with an RQ (reportable quantity)

RCRA 261.33: Discarded commercial chemical products, off-specification species, container residues, and spill residues thereof are not listed as hazardous waste

SARA TITLE III: (Exemptions at 40 CFR, Part 370 may apply for agricultural use, or for quantities of less than 10,000 pounds on-site.)

SARA – 311/312: Solid; Immediate (acute): Yes (MAP); Chronic: No; Fire: No; Pressure: No; Reactivity: No

SARA – 313: Listed (Zinc compounds)

SARA – 302/304: Zinc 1,000 lb RQ

NTP, IARC, OSHA: This material has not been identified as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.

Canada DSL and NDSL: DSL: Yes NDSL: Not listed

TSCA: Components are listed or exempt from being listed on the TSCA inventory.

CA Proposition 65: (Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5)

Warning: This product contains substances that are known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm.

WHMIS: Not controlled

CBSA: Canadian Border Services Agency- This product does not contain any bovine, ruminant or other animal by-products.

SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

Disclaimer:

The information in this document is believed to be correct as of the date issued. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to be a representation or warranty with respect to the product described herein. NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IS TO BE IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THIS INFORMATION, THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT, THE SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT, OR THE HAZARDS RELATED TO ITS USE, AND ALL SUCH REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED BY MOSAIC. This information and product are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall make their own determination as to suitability of the product for their particular purpose and on the condition that they assume the risk of their use thereof. The conditions and use of this product are beyond the control of Mosaic, and Mosaic disclaims any liability for loss or damage incurred in connection with the use or misuse of this substance.

Preparation: The preparation of this MSDS was in accordance with ANSI Z400.1-2010.

References: FCI Chemical Engineers Fertilizer Technical Data Book, 1994

Note to ____ (if applicable): Not applicable

Potassium Sulfate Granular 0-0-50 +18 S

Section 1. Chemical product and company identification Trade Name: Ever Grano-SOP

CAS No.: 7778-80-5 Molecular Weight: 174,26 Chemical Formula: K2SO4 Reach No.: 01-2119489441-34-0062 Registration by: Bipro Gmbh – Munich – Germany.

Manufacturer: Evergrow for Speciality Fertilizers.

: Abu Rawash - Industrial Zone - 6th October-Giza Gov- Egypt.

Company Phone Number: +201228699030 – +201220001861 / 62

Company Fax Number: +201228880573

[email protected]/ [email protected] Mail:-E

(24HR Emergency Telephone), call: +201227711696

Section 2. Composition/information on ingredients Chemical Name CAS # EC# SIEF members #

Potassium Sulfate 7778-80-5 231-915-5 777

Section 3. Hazards identification

As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal from skin, eyes and clothing.SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Health Rating: 1 - Slight Flammability Rating: 0 - None Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight Contact Rating: 1 - Slight Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; PROPER GLOVES Storage Color Code: Green (General Storage) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Potential Health Effects



---------------------------------- Inhalation: Possible nuisance dust effect, sneezing or coughing. Ingestion: Large oral dosages may produce gastrointestinal disturbances and irritation. Skin Contact: Not expected to be a health hazard from skin exposure. Eye Contact: No adverse effects expected but dust may cause mechanical irritation. Chronic Exposure: Not expected to be a health hazard. Potassium poisoning may occur in rare cases of long exposure or ingestion. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No adverse health effects expected.

Section 4. First aid measures

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty. Ingestion: If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice. Skin Contact: Wash exposed area with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops. Eye Contact: Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data Fire:Not considered to be a fire hazard. Explosion:Not considered to be an explosion hazard. Fire Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire. Special Information: Use protective clothing and breathing equipment appropriate for the surrounding fire.

Section 6. Accidental release measures

Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8. Spills: Sweep up and containerize for reclamation or

disposal. Vacuuming or wet sweeping may be used to avoid dust dispersal Section 7. Handling and storage

. Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain product residues (dust, solids); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.

Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection Engineering Airborne Exposure Limits:None established.

Ventilation System:

In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control for this substance. However, if conditions of use create discomfort to the worker, a local exhaust system should be considered. Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved): For conditions of use where exposure to dust or mist is apparent and engineering controls are not feasible, a particulate respirator (NIOSH type N95 or better filters) may be worn. If oil particles (e.g. lubricants, cutting fluids, glycerine,etc.) are present, use a NIOSH type R or P filter. For emergencies or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-face positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres. Skin Protection:Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Eye Protection:Safety glasses. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: White powder. Odor: Odorless. Solubility: (Soluble in water at 20 0C) 110g/L. Density: 1.60 pH: ( Solution 1% at 25 oC) 2.5 % Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):0 POTASSIUM SULFATE Boiling Point: 1689C (3072F) Melting Point: 1067C (1953F) Vapor Density (Air=1):No information found. Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): No information found. Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.

Section 10. Stability and reactivity

Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of sulfur and potassium. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. Incompatibilities: Aluminum and magnesium. Conditions to Avoid: Incompatibles

Section 11. Toxicological information

LD50 Oral Rat: 6600 mg/kg.

--------\Cancer Lists\----------------------------------------

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---NTP Carcinogen---

Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC

Category

------------------------------------ ----- ----------- -------

------

Potassium Sulfate (7778-80-5) No No None

Section 12. Ecological information Environmental Fate: No information found. Environmental Toxicity: No information found

Section 13: Disposal Considerations Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.

Section 14: Transport Information Not regulated

Section 15. Regulatory information

-----------------------------\Part 1 -Chemical Inventory Status \- ------

-

Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia

----------------------------------------------- ---- --- ----- ---------

Potassium Sulfate (7778-80-5) Yes Yes Yes Yes

-------------------------------\Part 2 -Chemical Inventory Status \ --------

-- --Canada--

Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.

----------------------------------------------- ----- --- ---- -----

Potassium Sulfate (7778-80-5) Yes Yes No Yes

-------------\Part 1 -Federal, State & International Regulations \--------

SARA 302- ------SARA 313------

Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg .

----------------------------------------- --- ----- ---- --------------

Potassium Sulfate (7778-80-5) No No No No

-------------\Part 2 -Federal, State & International Regulations \--------

-RCRA- -TSCA-

Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)

-------------------------------------- ------ ------ ------

Potassium Sulfate (7778-80-5) No No No

Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No

SARA 311/312: Acute: No Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No

Reactivity: No (Pure / Solid)

Australian Hazchem Code: None allocated.

Poison Schedule: None allocated.

WHMIS:

This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR

Section 16. Other information NFPA Ratings: Health: 1 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0 Label Hazard Warning: As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal from skin, eyes and clothing. Label Precautions: None. Label First Aid: Not applicable. Product Use: Laboratory Reagent. Revision Information: MSDS Section(s) changed since last revision of document include:3 Additional Information: Key Legend Information: ACGIH : American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists OSHA :Occupational Safety and Health Administration TLV : Threshold Limit Value PEL : Permissible Exposure Limit TWA : Time Weighted Average STEL : Short Term Exposure Limit NTP : National Toxicology Program IARC : International Agency for Research on Cancer NDSL : Non-Domestic Substances List NA : Not available References: Not available. Gloves. Other Special Considerations: Not available. Created: 01/10/2010 08:23 PM Last Updated: 21/02/2012 12:00 PM Reason(s) for Issue: Revised Primary MSDS,Addition/Change of synonymous name(s),Alignment to NOHSC requirements This MSDS summarizes to our best knowledge at the date of issue, the chemical health and safety hazards of the material and general guidance on how to safely handle the material in the workplace. Since Incitec Pivot Limited cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which the product may be used, each user must, prior to

usage, assess and control the risks arising from its use of the material. If clarification or further information is needed, the user should contact their Incitec Pivot representative or Incitec Pivot Limited at the contact details on page 1.Incitec Pivot Limited's responsibility for the material as sold is subject to the terms and conditions of sale, a copy of which is available upon request.

Status: Revised MSDS Issue Date: June 30, 2012 Section(s) Revised: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 14, 15, 16 MSDS #: MOS100042

SECTION 1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY INFORMATION

TRADE NAME: K-Mag®, all grades

CHEMICAL NAME: Potassium Magnesium Sulfate

CAS NUMBER: 14977-37-8

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Inorganic Salt

SYNONYMS: Potassium Magnesium Sulfate, SPM, Langbeinite, Sulfate of Potash Magnesia

PRIMARY USE: Potash Crop Nutrient

COMPANY INFORMATION:

The Mosaic Company Atria Corporate Center

Suite E490 3033 Campus Drive Plymouth, MN 55441

USA www.mosaicco.com

For non-emergency questions, phone hours are 8 AM to 5 PM Central Time US 800.918.8270 (toll free) 763.577.2700 (phone)

EMERGENCY TELEPHONE:

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW 24 Hour Emergency Telephone Number:

For Chemical Emergencies: Spill, Leak, Fire or Accident

Call CHEMTREC North America: (800) 424-9300 Others: (703) 527-3887 (collect)

SECTION 2 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:

Health Hazards: Irritant. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Physical Hazards: None expected

Physical Form: Solid

Appearance: White and pink to gray, crystalline or granular (fine).

Odor: None

Toxicity: None expected under normal use

NFPA HAZARD CLASS

HMIS HAZARD CLASS

WHMIS HAZARD CLASS

Health: 1 Health: 1 Symbol

Not WHMIS

Controlled Flammability: 0 Flammability: 0

Instability: 0 Physical Hazard:

0 Classification N/A

Special Hazard:

None PPE: Section

8

Sub Class (N/A)

N/A

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:

Eye: Contact may cause mild eye irritation including stinging, watering and redness.

Skin: Contact may cause mild irritation including redness and a burning sensation. No harmful effects from skin absorption have been reported.

Inhalation (Breathing): May form particulate matter that may cause irritation. No toxicology data available.

Ingestion (Swallowing): May be harmful if swallowed. Do not take internally. Do not taste or swallow.

http://www.mosaicco.com/


Signs and Symptoms: Effects of overexposure may include irritation of the nose, throat and digestive tract, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias), dehydration, and hypertension.

Cancer: Inadequate data available to evaluate the cancer hazard of this material.

Target Organs: No data available.

Developmental: Inadequate data available for this material.

Other Comments: To the best of our knowledge, the chemical and toxicological properties of potassium magnesium sulfate have not been thoroughly investigated.

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions:

Conditions aggravated by exposure may include respiratory diseases (asthma-like disorders) and abnormal blood pressure

POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS:

K-Mag®, is a naturally-occurring mineral used as a crop nutrient however; large

spills can harm or kill vegetation.

SECTION 3 COMPOSITION

INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS FORMULA: K2 SO4 · 2MgSO4

COMPOSITION:

Potassium Magnesium Sulfate (Langbeinite) CAS No. 14977-37-8 Sodium Chloride CAS No. 7647-14-5 Other naturally-occuring minerals CAS No. Various

94.5 - 99.5 % 0.5 – 2.0 % 0.5 – 3.5 %

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

FIRST AID PROCEDURES:

Eyes:

If irritation or redness develops, move victim away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

Skin:

Remove contaminated shoes and clothing and cleanse affected area(s) thoroughly by washing with mild soap and water. If irritation or redness develops and persists, seek medical attention.

Inhaled:

If respiratory symptoms develop, move victim away from source of exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If victim is not breathing, clear airway and immediately begin artificial respiration. If breathing difficulties develop, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. Seek immediate medical attention.


Ingestion:

If swallowed, seek emergency medical attention. If victim is drowsy or unconscious and vomiting, place on left side with the head down and do not give anything by mouth. If victim is conscious and alert and ingestion occurred within the last hour, vomiting should be induced for ingestion of large amounts (more than 5 ounces or a little more than 1/2 cup in an adult) preferably under direction from a physician or poison center. If possible, do not leave victim unattended and observe closely for adequacy of breathing.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: Pre-existing medical conditions such as high blood pressure (hypertension) may be aggravated by exposure

SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES:


OSHA Flammability Class: Not applicable

LEL/UEL: LEL: Not applicable / UEL: Not applicable

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA:

Use extinguishing agent suitable for type of surrounding fire.

PROTECTION OF FIREFIGHTERS:

No unusual fire or explosion hazards are expected. Combustion can yield oxides of sulfur when heated above 1000°F (537°C). Positive pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus is required for all fire fighting activities involving hazardous materials. Full structural fire fighting (bunker) gear is the minimum acceptable attire. The need for proximity, entry, flashover and/or special chemical protective clothing (see Section 8) needs to be determined for each incident by a competent fire fighting safety professional. Water used for fire suppression and cooling may become contaminated. Discharge to sewer system(s) or the environment may be restricted, requiring containment and proper disposal of water (see Section 6).

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

RESPONSE TECHNIQUES:

K-Mag®, is a naturally-occurring mineral used as a crop nutrient; large spills can

harm or kill vegetation.

Stay upwind and away from spill (dust hazard).

Wear appropriate protective equipment including respiratory protection as conditions warrant (see Section 8).

Prevent spilled material from entering sewers, storm drains, other

unauthorized treatment drainage systems, and natural waterways.

Notify appropriate federal, state, and local agencies as may be required

(see Section 13).

Minimize dust generation.

Sweep up and package appropriately for disposal.

RELEASE NOTES:

If spill could potentially enter any waterway, including intermittent dry creeks, contact the local authorities. If in the U.S., contact the US COAST GUARD NATIONAL RESPONSE CENTER toll free number 800-424-8802. In case of accident or road spill notify: CHEMTREC IN North America at 800-424-9300; CHEMTREC in other countries at (International code) +1-703-527-3887 (collect).


SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING: The use of appropriate respiratory protection is advised when concentrations exceed any established exposure limits. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing or shoes. Use good personal hygiene practices.

STORAGE: Stable under normal storage conditions.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS:

If current ventilation practices are not adequate to maintain airborne concentrations below the established exposure limits, additional ventilation or exhaust systems may be required.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE):

Eye/Face: Approved eye protection to safeguard against potential eye contact, irritation, or injury is recommended.

Skin:

The use of cloth or leather work gloves is advised to prevent skin contact; possible irritation and absorption (see glove manufacturer literature for information on permeability).

Respiratory:

A NIOSH approved air purifying respirator with a type 95 (R or P) particulate filter may be used under conditions where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits (see Section 2). Protection provided by air purifying respirators is limited (see manufacturer's respirator selection guide). Use a positive pressure air supplied respirator if there is potential for uncontrolled release, exposure levels are not known or any other circumstances where air purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection. A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements must be followed if workplace conditions warrant a respirator.

Other: A source of clean water should be available in the work area for flushing eyes and skin. Impervious clothing should be worn as needed.

GENERAL HYGIENE CONSIDERATIONS:

Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing. Use adequate ventilation. Use good personal hygiene practice.

EXPOSURE GUIDELINES:

OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL):

Particulates Not Otherwise Regulated (PNOR) : 5 mg/m

3 TWA – Respirable

15 mg/m3 TWA - Total Dust

ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV):

Not established

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Note: Unless otherwise stated, values in this section are determined at 20°C (68°F) and 760 mm Hg (1 atm).

Flash Point: Not available

Flammability/ Explosive Limits (%):

LEL: Not applicable / UEL: Not applicable

Auto-Ignition Temperature:

Not available

Appearance: White and pink to gray, crystalline or granular


Physical State: Crystalline to granular solid

Odor: None

Molecular Weight of Pure Material:

K2 SO4 · 2MgSO4 - 415; NaCl - 58.5

pH: Approximately 7 in a 5% solution

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):

Not applicable

Vapor Density (air=1):

Not applicable

Boiling Point: Not available

Freezing/Melting Point: 972°C (1700°F)

Solubility in Water: Approximately 24.4% @ 77°F (25°C)

Specific Gravity: 2.81 – 2.85

Volatility: No data available

Bulk Density: Loose - 83 to 94 lbs/ft3 (1300 - 1505 kg/m

3)

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling.

Conditions to Avoid: Mildly corrosive to metals in the presence of moisture.

Incompatible Materials:

Avoid contact with hot nitric acid, may cause evolution of toxic nitrosyl chloride. Contact with other strong acids may produce irritating hydrogen chloride gas. NaCl reacts with most noble metals, such as iron or steel, building materials (such as cement) bromine, or trifluoride. A potentially explosive reaction may occur if NaCl is mixed with dichloromaleic anhydride and urea. Electrolysis of mixtures containing NaCl and nitrogen compounds may form explosive nitrogen trichloride.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:

Combustion can yield oxides of sulfur when heated above 1000°F (537°C).

Corrosiveness: Mildly corrosive to metals in the presence of moisture.

Hazardous Polymerization:

Will not occur

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Oral Toxicity:

Potassium Magnesium Sulfate: No data available Sodium Chloride: LD50 (rat, oral) = 3 g/kg LD50 (mouse, oral) = 4 g/kg

Acute Inhalation Toxicity:

Potassium Magnesium Sulfate: No data available

Sodium Chloride: LC50 (rat) >42 g/m3 / 1 hour

Acute Dermal Toxicity: No data available

Mutagenesis: No data available

Target Organ: No data available

Developmental Toxicity: No data available

Carcinogenicity: No data available


SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICOLOGY: When dissolved in water, sodium chloride creates an elevated level of salinity that may be harmful to fresh water aquatic species and to plants that are not salt-tolerant.

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS This material, if discarded as produced, is not an RCRA "listed" or

"characteristic" hazardous waste. Contamination may subject it to hazardous waste regulations. Properly characterize all waste materials. Consult state and local regulations regarding the proper disposal of this material.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORTATION INFO

Regulatory Status: Not listed in the hazardous materials shipping regulation (49 CFR, Table 172.101) by the U.S. Department of Transportation, or in the Transport of Dangerous Goods (TDG) regulations in Canada.

Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable

Hazard Class: Not Applicable

Packing Group: Not Applicable

Identification Number: Not applicable

Guide Number: Not applicable

HTS (Harmonized Tariff

Schedule) Code: 3104.90.01

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION CERCLA: Not listed

RCRA 261.33: Not listed

SARA TITLE III: (Exemptions at 40 CFR, Part 370 may apply for agricultural use, or for quantities of less than 10,000 pounds on-site.)

SARA – 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No Reactivity: No

SARA – 313: No

SARA – 302/304: RQ: No TPQ: No

NTP, IARC, OSHA: This material has not been identified as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA.

Canada DSL and NDSL:

DSL: Sodium chloride is listed on the Domestic Substances List (DSL). As potassium magnesium sulfate (langbeinite) is a naturally occurring substance processed only by mechanical means, it is considered to be on the DSL per the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA), New Substances Notification Regulations, Section 3. NDSL: No

TSCA: Potassium magnesium sulfate (langbeinite) is a naturally occurring chemical substance. Sodium chloride is listed in the TSCA Inventory.

WHMIS: Not Controlled


SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

Disclaimer:

The information in this document is believed to be correct as of the date issued. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to be a representation or warranty with respect to the product described herein. NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY IS EXPRESSED OR IS TO BE IMPLIED REGARDING THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OF THIS INFORMATION, THE RESULTS TO BE OBTAINED FROM THE USE OF THIS INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT, THE SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT, OR THE HAZARDS RELATED TO ITS USE, AND ALL SUCH REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED BY MOSAIC. This information and product are furnished on the condition that the person receiving them shall make their own determination as to suitability of the product for their particular purpose and on the condition that they assume the risk of their use thereof. The conditions and use of this product are beyond the control of Mosaic, and Mosaic disclaims any liability for loss or damage incurred in connection with the use or misuse of this substance.

Preparation: The preparation of this MSDS was in accordance with ANSI Z400.1-2010.

References: Tomes, Toxnet, Grant (4th Ed.), RTECS

Note to ____ (if applicable): Not applicable

HIGH CALCIUM LIMESTONE

Limestone, Calcium Carbonate, Calcite, Aragonite, Flux stone, Fine Ground Limestone,Rock Dust.

Solid.

GHS product identifier

Other means of identification

Product type


Section 1. Identification:

:

:

:

Supplier/Manufacturer :

Identified uses

Compliant SDS for GHS: HazCom 2012 / United States; WHMIS 2015 / Canada

Neutralization, desulphurization, flux, aggregates, mineral filler, liming, lime, feed ingredient.

Product code : Not available.

SAFETY DATA SHEETHIGH CALCIUM LIMESTONE

GRAYMONT#200-10991 Shellbridge Way Richmond, BC V6X 3C6CanadaPhone: 1 604 207-4292Toll free : 1 866 207-4292Fax: 1 604 207-9014Web Site: http://www.graymont.com/

CANUTEC (613-996-6666)CHEMTREC, US (800-424-9300INTERNATIONAL: (703-527-3887)

Section 2. Hazards identification

CARCINOGENICITY (inhalation) - Category 1ASPECIFIC TARGET ORGAN TOXICITY (REPEATED EXPOSURE) - Category 1

Classification of the substance or mixture

:

Signal word : Danger

Hazard statements : H350 - May cause cancer if inhaled.H372 - Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Hazard pictograms :

Precautionary statements

Prevention : P201 - Obtain special instructions before use.P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P281 - Use personal protective equipment as required.P260 - Do not breathe dust.P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.P264 - Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

Response : P314 - Get medical attention if you feel unwell.P308 + P313 - IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention.

GHS label elements

OSHA/HCS status : This material is considered hazardous by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

1/12Tel : +1-888-GHS-7769 (447-7769) / +1-450-GHS-7767 (447-7767)www.kmkregservices.com www.askdrluc.com www.ghssmart.com


Section 2. Hazards identificationStorage : P401 - Store to minimize dust generation.

Disposal : P501 - Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, national and international regulations.

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)

Physical hazards not otherwise classified (PHNOC)

: None known.

Health hazards not otherwise classified (HHNOC)

: None known.

Section 3. Composition/information on ingredients

Limestone 60 - 100 1317-65-3Crystalline silica, quartz 0.0001 - 1 14808-60-7

Ingredient name CAS number%

There are no additional ingredients present which, within the current knowledge of the supplier and in the concentrations applicable, are classified as hazardous to health or the environment and hence require reporting in this section.

Other means of identification

: Limestone, Calcium Carbonate, Calcite, Aragonite, Flux stone, Fine Ground Limestone,Rock Dust.

CAS number : Not applicable.

Substance/mixture

Product code : Not available.

CAS number/other identifiers

:

Occupational exposure limits, if available, are listed in Section 8.

Mixture

Any concentration shown as a range is to protect confidentiality or is due to batch variation.

Crystalline silica has been found in some products at or above detection level 0.1%. Concentration is dependent upon limestone source.

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Check for and remove any contact lenses. Continue to rinse for at least 20 minutes. Get medical attention.

Wash contaminated skin with soap and water. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves. Continue to rinse for at least 20 minutes.Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Clean shoes thoroughly before reuse.

Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If not breathing, if breathing is irregular or if respiratory arrest occurs, provide artificial respiration or oxygen by trained personnel. Get medical attention. If unconscious,place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Section 4. First aid measures

Eye contact

Skin contact

Inhalation

:

:

:

Description of necessary first aid measures



Section 4. First aid measuresWash out mouth with water. Remove dentures if any. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If material has been swallowed and the exposed person is conscious, give small quantities of water to drink. Stop if the exposed person feels sick as vomiting may be dangerous. Do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. If vomiting occurs, the head should be kept low so that vomit does not enter the lungs. Get medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If unconscious, place in recovery position and get medical attention immediately. Maintain an open airway. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.

Ingestion :

Protection of first-aiders : No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. If it is suspected that fumes are still present, the rescuer should wear an appropriate mask or self-contained breathing apparatus. It may be dangerous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Wash contaminated clothing thoroughly with water before removing it, or wear gloves.

Notes to physician : Treat symptomatically. Contact poison treatment specialist immediately if large quantities have been ingested or inhaled.

Specific treatments : No specific treatment.

Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

No known significant effects or critical hazards.:Ingestion


No known significant effects or critical hazards.:Eye contact

Over-exposure signs/symptoms

Skin contact

Ingestion

Inhalation No known significant effects or critical hazards.

No known significant effects or critical hazards.


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See toxicological information (Section 11)

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary

Section 5. Fire-fighting measures

No special measures are required.


Specific hazards arising from the chemical

Decomposition products may include the following materials:carbon dioxidemetal oxide/oxides

No specific fire or explosion hazard.

Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire.

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Section 5. Fire-fighting measuresFire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.


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Section 6. Accidental release measures

Environmental precautions

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

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: No action shall be taken involving any personal risk or without suitable training. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from entering. Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Provide adequate ventilation. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Put on appropriate personal protective equipment.

Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways or air).

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

For non-emergency personnel

For emergency responders : If specialized clothing is required to deal with the spillage, take note of any information in Section 8 on suitable and unsuitable materials. See also the information in "For non-emergency personnel".

Move containers from spill area. Approach release from upwind. Prevent entry into sewers, water courses, basements or confined areas. Avoid dust generation. Do not dry sweep. Vacuum dust with equipment fitted with a HEPA filter and place in a closed,labeled waste container. Dispose of via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Note: see Section 1 for emergency contact information and Section 13 for waste disposal.

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Section 7. Handling and storage

Advice on general occupational hygiene

Conditions for safe storage,including any incompatibilities

Eating, drinking and smoking should be prohibited in areas where this material is handled, stored and processed. Workers should wash hands and face before eating,drinking and smoking. See also Section 8 for additional information on hygiene measures.

Store in accordance with local regulations. Store in original container protected from direct sunlight in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials (see Section 10) and food and drink. Store to minimize dust generation. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Do not store in unlabeled containers. Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination.

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Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection


: Emissions from ventilation or work process equipment should be checked to ensure they comply with the requirements of environmental protection legislation.

Appropriate engineering controls

: If user operations generate dust, fumes, gas, vapor or mist, use process enclosures,local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure to airborne contaminants below any recommended or statutory limits. Engineering controls may be required to control the primary or secondary risks associated with this product.

Wash hands, forearms and face thoroughly after handling chemical products, before eating, smoking and using the lavatory and at the end of the working period.Appropriate techniques should be used to remove potentially contaminated clothing.Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Hygiene measures :

Control parameters

Individual protection measures

United States

Crystalline silica, quartz OSHA PEL Z3 (United States, 2/2013). TWA: 10 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Respirable TWA: 250 mppcf 8 hours. Form: Respirable TWA: 5 mg/m3 Form: Respirable fraction TWA: 15 mg/m3 Form: Total dustNIOSH REL (United States, 10/2013). TWA: 0.05 mg/m³ 10 hours. Form: Respirable dust TWA: 5 mg/m3 Form: Respirable fraction TWA: 10 mg/m3 Form: Total dustACGIH TLV (United States, 4/2014). TWA: 0.025 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Respirable fractionMSHA PEL TWA 8/40 hours: 30 mg/m3/(%SiO2)+2 mg/m3 Form: Total dust 10 mg/m3/(%SiO2)+2 mg/m3 Form: Respirable dust

Limestone NIOSH REL (United States, 4/2013). TWA: 5 mg/m³ 10 hours. Form: Respirable fraction TWA: 10 mg/m³ 10 hours. Form: TotalOSHA PEL (United States, 2/2013). TWA: 5 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Respirable fraction TWA: 15 mg/m³ 8 hours. Form: Total dustACGIH TLV TWA: 10 mg/m3

Ingredient name Exposure limits


Canada


Ingredient List name ppm mg/m³ Other ppm mg/m³ Other ppm mg/m³ Other Notations

Crystalline silica, quartz US ACGIH 4/2014 - 0.025 - - - - - - - [a]AB 4/2009 - 0.025 - - - - - - - [b]BC 7/2013 - 0.025 - - - - - - - [c]ON 1/2013 - 0.1 - - - - - - - [a]QC 1/2014 - 0.1 - - - - - - - [d]

Limestone AB 4/2009 - 10 - - - - - - -BC 7/2013 - 3 - - - - - - - [d]

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QC 12/2012 - 10 - - - - - - - [e]

TWA (8 hours) STEL (15 mins) Ceiling

Form: [a]Respirable fraction [b]Respirable particulate. [c]Respirable [d]Respirable dust [e]Total dust



Section 8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Hand protection

Use a properly fitted, particulate filter respirator complying with an approved standard if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Respirator selection must be based on known or anticipated exposure levels, the hazards of the product and the safe working limits of the selected respirator. Wear an appropriate NIOSH approved respirator if concentration levels exceed the safe exposure limits.

Chemical-resistant, impervious gloves complying with an approved standard should be worn at all times when handling chemical products if a risk assessment indicates this is necessary. Considering the parameters specified by the glove manufacturer, check during use that the gloves are still retaining their protective properties. It should be noted that the time to breakthrough for any glove material may be different for different glove manufacturers. In the case of mixtures, consisting of several substances, the protection time of the gloves cannot be accurately estimated.

Safety eyewear complying with an approved standard should be used when a risk assessment indicates this is necessary to avoid exposure to liquid splashes, mists,gases or dusts. If contact is possible, the following protection should be worn, unless the assessment indicates a higher degree of protection: safety glasses with side-shields.

Eye/face protection

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Other skin protection : Appropriate footwear and any additional skin protection measures should be selected based on the task being performed and the risks involved and should be approved by a specialist before handling this product.

Section 9. Physical and chemical properties

Physical state

Melting point

Vapor pressure

Relative density

Vapor density

Solubility

Solid. [Solid or powder.]

Not available.

2.68 to 2.76

Not available.

Not available.

Not available.

Odorless.Odor

pH

White to gray.Color

Evaporation rate Not applicable.

Auto-ignition temperature

Flash point

Not applicable.

Closed cup: Not applicable.

Not available.

8 to 9.2 at 25°C

Viscosity Not available.

Not available.Odor threshold

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water

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Boiling point : Not available.

Flammability (solid, gas) : Not applicable.

Lower and upper explosive (flammable) limits

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Decomposition temperature : 900°C (1652°F) for 760 mm pressure.

Solubility in water : 0.00066g/100g at 20°C

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Section 9. Physical and chemical propertiesVOC (w/w) : 0 % (w/w)

Section 10. Stability and reactivity


Conditions to avoid Do not allow limestone to come into contact with incompatible materials.

Under normal conditions of storage and use, hazardous decomposition products should not be produced.

The product is stable.Chemical stability

Reactive or incompatible with the following materials: oxidizing materials and strong acids.

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Reactivity : No specific test data related to reactivity available for this product or its ingredients.


Acute toxicity

Carcinogenicity

Irritation/Corrosion

Sensitization

Information on the likely routes of exposure

Inhalation : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

No known significant effects or critical hazards.:Eye contact

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)

Name Category

Aspiration hazard

Route of exposure

Target organs

Information on toxicological effects

: Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.


There is no data available.



Classification

Product/ingredient name

Crystalline silica, quartz - 1 Known to be a human carcinogen. A2 - +

ACGIH EPA NIOSHNTPIARCOSHA


Crystalline silica, quartz Category 1 Inhalation kidneys, respiratory tract and testes





No known significant effects or critical hazards.:Ingestion


Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.General :

May cause cancer if inhaled. Risk of cancer depends on duration and level of exposure.Carcinogenicity :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Mutagenicity :

No known significant effects or critical hazards.Teratogenicity :

Developmental effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Fertility effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Symptoms related to the physical, chemical and toxicological characteristics

Skin contact

Ingestion

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Potential chronic health effects

Delayed and immediate effects and also chronic effects from short and long term exposure

Numerical measures of toxicity

Acute toxicity estimates

Potential immediate effects

: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Short term exposure

Potential delayed effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Potential immediate effects

: No known significant effects or critical hazards.

Long term exposure

Potential delayed effects : No known significant effects or critical hazards.


Section 12. Ecological information



Toxicity

Persistence and degradability

Soil/water partition coefficient (KOC)

: Not available.

Mobility in soil






Section 13. Disposal considerationsThe generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional local authority requirements. Dispose of surplus and non-recyclable products via a licensed waste disposal contractor. Waste should not be disposed of untreated to the sewer unless fully compliant with the requirements of all authorities with jurisdiction. Waste packaging should be recycled. Incineration or landfill should only be considered when recycling is not feasible. This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe way. Care should be taken when handling empty containers that have not been cleaned or rinsed out. Empty containers or liners may retain some product residues. Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with waterways, drains and sewers.

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Section 14. Transport information

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UN number

UN proper shipping name

Transport hazard class(es)

Packing group

Additional information

Environmental hazards

No. No. No.

AERG : Not applicable.

Special precautions for user

Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

Transport within user’s premises: always transport in closed containers that are upright and secure. Ensure that persons transporting the product know what to do in the event of an accident or spillage.

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Section 15. Regulatory informationU.S. Federal regulations : TSCA 8(a) CDR Exempt/Partial exemption: Not determined

United States inventory (TSCA 8b): All components are listed or exempted.

FDA: Limestone has been determined as “Generally Recognized As Safe” (GRAS) by FDA. See 21CFR184.1409. (CFR Title 21 Part 184 - - Direct food substances affirmed as generally recognized as safe).

RCRA classification: Limestone is not listed or classified.

CWA-311: Limestone does not appear on the Clean Water Act (CWA) list of hazardous substances.

CERCLA: Limestone is not listed.



Section 15. Regulatory information

The following components are listed: Limestone; Crystalline silica, quartz

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.

Massachusetts :

SARA 313

Product name CAS number %

SARA 313 notifications must not be detached from the SDS and any copying and redistribution of the SDS shall include copying and redistribution of the notice attached to copies of the SDS subsequently redistributed.

Crystalline silica, quartz Yes. No. No. No.

Ingredient name Cancer Reproductive No significant risk level

Maximum acceptable dosage level

Not listed. - -

Not listed. - -

Form R - Reporting requirements

Supplier notification

California Prop. 65

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New York : None of the components are listed.

New Jersey : The following components are listed: Limestone; Crystalline silica, quartz

Pennsylvania : The following components are listed: Limestone; Crystalline silica, quartz

State regulations

SARA 302/304

SARA 304 RQ : Not applicable.

Composition/information on ingredients

SARA 311/312

Classification : Delayed (chronic) health hazard

Name % Fire hazard

Sudden release of pressure

Reactive Immediate (acute)health hazard

Delayed (chronic)health hazard

Composition/information on ingredients

No products were found.

Crystalline silica, quartz 0.0001 - 1 No. No. No. No. Yes.

Canadian lists

Canada

Clean Air Act Section 112(b) Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs)

Clean Air Act Section 602 Class I Substances

Clean Air Act Section 602 Class II Substances

DEA List I Chemicals (Precursor Chemicals)

DEA List I Chemicals (Precursor Chemicals)



Section 15. Regulatory informationNone of the components are listed.Canadian NPRI :

Canada inventory : At least one component is not listed in DSL but all such components are listed in NDSL.

CEPA Toxic substances : None of the components are listed.

International lists

National inventory

Australia : All components are listed or exempted.

China : All components are listed or exempted.

Europe : All components are listed or exempted.

Japan : Not determined.

Republic of Korea : All components are listed or exempted.

Malaysia : Not determined.

New Zealand : All components are listed or exempted.

Philippines : All components are listed or exempted.

Taiwan : Not determined.

Section 16. Other information

History

Prepared by :

Key to abbreviations : ATE = Acute Toxicity EstimateBCF = Bioconcentration FactorGHS = Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of ChemicalsIATA = International Air Transport AssociationIBC = Intermediate Bulk ContainerIMDG = International Maritime Dangerous GoodsLogPow = logarithm of the octanol/water partition coefficientMARPOL 73/78 = International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution From Ships,1973 as modified by the Protocol of 1978. ("Marpol" = marine pollution)UN = United Nations

Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A.)

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.)

Caution: HMIS® ratings are based on a 0-4 rating scale, with 0 representing minimal hazards or risks, and 4 representing significant hazards or risks Although HMIS® ratings are not required on SDSs under 29 CFR 1910.1200, the preparer may choose to provide them. HMIS® ratings are to be used with a fully implemented HMIS® program. HMIS® is a registered mark of the National Paint & Coatings Association (NPCA).HMIS® materials may be purchased exclusively from J. J. Keller (800) 327-6868.

The customer is responsible for determining the PPE code for this material.

Reprinted with permission from NFPA 704-2001, Identification of the Hazards of Materials for Emergency Response Copyright ©1997,National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269. This reprinted material is not the complete and official position of the National Fire Protection Association, on the referenced subject which is represented only by the standard in its entirety.

Copyright ©2001, National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269. This warning system is intended to be interpreted and applied only by properly trained individuals to identify fire, health and reactivity hazards of chemicals. The user is referred to certain limited number of chemicals with recommended classifications in NFPA 49 and NFPA 325, which would be used as a guideline only. Whether the chemicals are classified by NFPA or not, anyone using the 704 systems to classify chemicals does so at their own risk.

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Section 16. Other informationNotice to readerTo the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above-named supplier, nor any of its subsidiaries, assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein.Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.


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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET NOVACAL

SECTION 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Trade name: NOVACAL Grade: Reg (SGN 235) CAS registry number: n/a Chemical name: n/a Synonym: n/a Product Use: Fertilizer Manufacturer: ECO+, Division of Ferti Technologies Inc. 560 Rhéaume St-Michel (Québec) CANADA J0L 2J0 Date of first issue: November 15, 2011 Modification date: November 26, 2012 Responsible: Jérémie Savard In case of emergency: CANUTEC : (613) 996-6666 CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300

SECTION 2. Composition/Information on Ingredients % OSHA Permissible Hazardous Material: CAS number by weight Limit Exposure No hazardous material

Additional ingredients: CAS number Calcium sulfate 7778-18-9

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NOVACAL SECTION 3. Hazards Identification Emergency overview: No significant immediate hazards for emergency responses are

known. CAUTION: Contact with dust may cause discomfort and/or mild irritation to

skin, eyes, nose and lungs. Avoid breathing dust. Do not ingest. May irritate mouth, stomach, etc. Wash thoroughly after handling. Physical state (250C/770F): Gray or brown solid granules, no odor.

SECTION 4. First Aid Measures Inhalation: Bring subject to a well ventilated area. Contact a physician if symptoms

persist. Skin: Wash with plenty of water. Eyes: Flush eyes with large quantities of running water for a minimum of 15

minutes. Remove contact lenses. Rinse the entire surface of the eye and lid with water. Call a physician if eye irritation occurs.

Ingestion: Harmfull if swallowed. Seek medical care. Do not induce vomiting.

SECTION 5. Fire Fighting Measures Flammability limits in Air (%): n/a UEL: n/a LEL: n/a Fire extinguishing media: Use media appropriate to surrounding fire. Fire fighting procedures: Use a stream of water to cool containers and surfaces exposed to fire

and to dissipate vapours. Use a self-contained respirator. Other fire or Explosion Hazards: Toxic gases may be released at elevated temperature.

SECTION 6. Accidental Release Measures Small release: Stop leak or spill. Collect for re-use. Contain runoff by diking. Prevent

spills from entering water courses, basement or closed area. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment for cleanup.

Release to water: Reclaim as much product as possible to avoid further contamination.

SECTION 7. Handling and Storage Handling: Wear suitable personal protective equipment. Avoid inhalation and

prolonged or repeated contact with eyes and skin. Storage: Store in a dry, ventilated area, away from food and seed. Keep at ambient

temperature. Keep out of reach of children.

SECTION 8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection Exposure limits: n/a Personal protection: Skin contact with the product should be prevented with the use of

appropriate protective clothing and gloves (nitrile gloves are recommended). Wear safety glasses with side-shields to avoid eye contact.

Respiratory: If dust is generated, use a NIOSH-approved respiratory mask. Ventilation: Provide good ventilation if dusty conditions prevails.

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NOVACAL

SECTION 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state: Solid Appearance Gray or brown granules Odour: No odor Melting point (oC/oF): n/a Bulk Density: 70 lbs/ft3, 1120 kg/m3 Solubility: Partially soluble in water pH: n/a

SECTION 10. Stability and Reactivity Under Normal Conditions: Stable Under Fire Conditions: Stable Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, chlorates, hypochlorites Hazardous Decomposition or Combustion Products: Cyanuric acid, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides

SECTION 11. Toxicological information Recommended Exposure Limit: None recommended for this product Toxicological Data: None known Carcinogenicity Data: Ingredients of this products are not listed as carcinogens by OSHA or NTP

and are not rated by IARC or ACGIH. Reproductive Effects: No data available Mutagenicity Data: No data available Teratogenicity Data: No data available Synergistic Materials: None known Effects of exposure when Inhaled: Dust is irritating to nose, throat and respiratory tract. May cause coughing

or sneezing. In contact with the skin: Prolonged and repeated contact may cause mild irritation. In contact with the eyes: Dust may cause mild irritation and due to abrasiveness may cause eye

damage if untreated. Ingested: Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Other health effects: No data available. SECTION 12. Ecological information May be harmful to aquatic life. In sufficient quantity may deplete oxygen required by aquatic life. May cause eutrophication of ponds and lakes. Deactivating chemical: None required

SECTION 13. Disposal considerations Suitable for use as agricultural/horticultural fertilizer. Consult local authorities. Do not dispose of waste with normal garbage or into water systems.

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NOVACAL

SECTION 14. Transport Information DOT/TDG Classification Not controlled under DOT (USA) or TDG (Canada).

SECTION 15. Regulatory Information

NFPA Classification

DOT/TDG Pictogram

WHMIS Classification

Protective clothing

DOT Not regulated

Health hazard:1(Slightly hazardous) Fire hazard: 0 (Will not burn) Instability hazard: 0 (Stable) Specific hazard: None

TDG Not regulated

Not regulated

SECTION 16. Other Informations References : Commission de la santé et de la sécurité au travail, http://www.reptox.csst.qc.ca United States Department of labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration,

http://www.osha.gov/ Report on Carcinogens, Eleventh Edition; U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,

Public Health Service, National Toxicology Program. http://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/index.cfm?objectid=32BA9724-F1F6-975E-7FCE50709CB4C932

List IARC Carcinogenic Agents 2010, International Agency for Research on Cancer, http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Classification/Listagentsalphorder.pdf

Material Safety Data Sheet from our suppliers Definitions of abbreviations: ACGIH American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists CAS Chemical Abstract Service DOT Department of Transportation IARC International Agency for Research on Cancer LEL Lower Explosive Limit for Flammable Gases and Vapor NFPA National Fire Protection Association NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NTP National Toxicology Program OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration TDG Transport of Dangerous Goods UEL Upper Explosive Limit for Flammable Gases and Vapor WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

NOTICE: The information presented herein is based on data considered to be accurate as of the date of preparation

of this document. However, no warranty or representation expressed or implied, is made to the accuracy or completeness of the foregoing data and safety information.

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Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Boron

Catalog Codes: SLB1825

CAS#: 7440-42-8

RTECS: ED7350000

TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Boron

CI#: Not available.

Synonym:

Chemical Name: Boron

Chemical Formula: B

Contact Information:

Sciencelab.com, Inc.14025 Smith Rd.Houston, Texas 77396

US Sales: 1-800-901-7247International Sales: 1-281-441-4400

Order Online: ScienceLab.com

CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:1-800-424-9300

International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887

For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

Boron 7440-42-8 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Boron: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 650 mg/kg [Rat]. 560 mg/kg [Mouse].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), ofingestion, of inhalation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects:Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Notavailable.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

Eye Contact:Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.

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Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.

Serious Skin Contact: Not available.

Inhalation:If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medicalattention.

Serious Inhalation:Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Seekmedical attention.

Ingestion:Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconsciousperson. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar,tie, belt or waistband.

Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: Flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: 580°C (1076°F)

Flash Points: Not available.

Flammable Limits: Not available.

Products of Combustion: Not available.

Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat. Non-flammable in presence of shocks.

Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Slightly explosive in presence of open flames and sparks. Non-explosive in presence of shocks.

Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:Flammable solid. SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray or fog. Cool containing vesselswith water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.

Special Remarks on Fire Hazards:Material in powder form, capable of creating a dust explosion. When amorphous boron is heated in dry ammonia, reactionproceeds with incandescence and hydrogen is evolved. Boron ignites in bromine vapor at 700 C. Boron ignites in chlorine @410 C. Fluorine attacks boron @ ordinary temperature and the resulting mass becomes incandescent. Iodic acid attacks boronbelow 40 deg. C and the resulting mass becomes incandescent. Concentrated nitric acid and boron react so violently that themass is raised to incandescence. A mixture of boron and sulfur becomes incandescnet at 600 C. A reaction between nitrosylfluoride and boron is accompanied by incandescence.

Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:Fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presences of an ignition source is a potential dust explosionhazard. Silver fluoride reacts explosively Boron at ordinary temperatures.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.

Large Spill:Flammable solid. Stop leak if without risk. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevententry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

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Precautions:Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do notbreathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or thelabel. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.

Storage:Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possiblesources of ignition (spark or flame).

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommendedexposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminantsbelow the exposure limit.

Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.Gloves.

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoidinhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling thisproduct.

Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Amorphous solid powder or lumps.)

Odor: Not available.

Taste: Not available.

Molecular Weight: 10.81 g/mole

Color: Brown.

pH (1% soln/water): Not applicable.

Boiling Point: 2550°C (4622°F)

Melting Point: 2300°C (4172°F)

Critical Temperature: Not available.

Specific Gravity: 2.37 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.

Vapor Density: Not available.

Volatility: Not available.

Odor Threshold: Not available.

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.

Ionicity (in Water): Not available.

Dispersion Properties: Not available.

Solubility:Insoluble in cold water, hot water, diethyl ether. If finely divided, it is soluble in boiling sulfuric acid and most molten metalssuch as copper, iron, magnesium, aluminum, and calcium. Insoluble in alcohol.

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Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

Instability Temperature: Not available.

Conditions of Instability: Heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials

Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.

Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

Special Remarks on Reactivity:Interaction of powdered boron and steam may become violent at red heat. The highly exothermic reactions with water mightbecome combustive or explosive processes at sufficiently high temperatures and pressures. Incompatible with sodiumperoxide, sodium carbonate, potassium nitrate, ammonia, iodic acid, nitric acid, nitrosyl fluoride, phosphorous, silicon, silverfluoride, lead dioxide, cesium carbide, rubidium carbide, cupric oxide, nitric oxide.

Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.

Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 560 mg/kg [Mouse].

Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.

Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.

Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Inhalation: May cause respiratorytract and mucous membrane irritaitoin. Prolonged or repeated inhalation may affect respiration, and metabolism (weight loss,anorexia) Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion may affect the brain, liver, heart. Chronic poisoning (from ingestion, skinabsorption, or absorption from body cavities or mucous membranes) causes anorexia, weight loss, vomiting, mild diarrhea,skin rash, alopecia, convulsions (or other nervous system disturbances), and anemia

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.

Products of Biodegradation:Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.

Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.

Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

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Section 14: Transport Information

DOT Classification: CLASS 4.1: Flammable solid.

Identification: : Flammable solid, n.o.s UNNA: 1325 PG: III

Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Boron

Other Regulations:OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). EINECS: This product is on theEuropean Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

Other Classifications:

WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).

DSCL (EEC):R11- Highly flammable. R22- Harmful if swallowed. S16- Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.

HMIS (U.S.A.):

Health Hazard: 1

Fire Hazard: 1

Reactivity: 0

Personal Protection: E

National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

Health: 1

Flammability: 1

Reactivity: 0

Specific hazard:

Protective Equipment:Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.

Created: 10/09/2005 04:24 PM

Last Updated: 05/21/2013 12:00 PM

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Material Safety Data Sheet

MSDS Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate Page 1

Section 1-Product and Company Identification

Common Name: Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate Material Uses: Animal feeds and used as a fertilizer micronutrient. Distributed By: Pestell Minerals & Ingredients

141 Hamilton Road New Hamburg Ontario

In Case of Emergency: CANUTEC 613-996-6666

Section 2-Hazards Identification

Physical State: Solid, granular and powder. Colour: White to off-white. Hazard Status: This material is classified hazardous under OSHA regulations in

the United States and the WHMIS Controlled Product Regulation in Canada.

Emergency Overview: WARNING! CAUSES SEVERE EYE IRRITATION. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling.

Routes of Entry: Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Potential Acute Health Effects Eyes: Severely irritating to eyes. Skin: No known significant effects or critical hazards. Inhalation: No known significant effects or critical hazards. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Potential Chronic Health Effects: Carcinogenic Effects: Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA,

EU and ACGIH. Mutagenic Effects: N/A Teratogenicity Effects: N/A

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Over-Exposure:

Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction or dermatitis. Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organ damage.


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Section 3-Compostion/Information on Ingredients

United States Name CAS # % Zinc Sulphate (hydrous) mono-, hexa-, and hepta hydrate 7446-19-7 60-100 Canada Name CAS # % Zinc Sulphate (hydrous) mono-, hexa-, and hepta hydrate 7446-19-7 60-100

Section 4-Firsty Aid Measures

Eye Contact: Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur. Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical

attention if symptoms appear. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything to the mouth to an unconscious person.

Get medical attention if symptoms appear. Note to Physician: No specific antidote. Medical staff must contact Poison Control Center.

Section 5-Fire-Fighting Measures

Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable. Extinguishing Media Suitable: Use an extinguishing agent suitable for the surrounding fire. Not Suitable: None known. Special Exposure Hazards: No specific hazard. Special Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighters: Fire-Fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and

self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode.

Section 6-Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable protective equipment.

Environmental Precautions: Avoid dispersal of spilled material, runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers.

Methods for Cleaning Up: If emergency personnel are unavailable vacuum or carefully scoop up spilled material and place in an appropriate container for disposal by incineration. Avoid creating dusty conditions and prevent wind dispersal.

Section 7-Handling and Storage

Handling: Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

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Section 8-Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Consult local authorities for expectable exposure limits. Engineering Measures: No specific ventilation requirements. Good general ventilation

should be sufficient to control airborne levels. If this product contains ingredients with exposure limits, use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep worker exposure below any recommended or statutory limits.

Personal Protection Eyes: Safety glasses. Skin: Lab coat. Respiratory: A respirator is not needed under normal conditions of use. Hands: Natural rubber (latex).

HMIS Code/Personal Protective Equipment:

B

Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Safety glasses, goggles ro face shield. Impervious gloves. Full suit. Boots. Weart NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing appartus or equivalent and full protection gear.

Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, forearms andf face thoroughly after handling compounds and before eating, smoking anf using the lavatory and at the end of the day. Follow good industrial hygiene practice.

Section 9-Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State: Solid, granular and powder. Colour: White to off-white. pH: 4 to 7 (Conc. (% w/w): 10) [Acidic.] Relative Density: 3.28 (water=1) Solubility: Powder is soluble in water.

Section 10-Stability and Reactivity

Stability and Reactivity: The product is stable. Incompatibility with Various Substances: Reactive with oxidizing materials. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. Conditions of Reactivity: N/A

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Section 11-Toxicological Information

Acute Effects Eyes: Severely irritating to eyes. Skin: No known significant effects or critical hazards. Inhalation: No known significant effects or critical hazards. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Potential; Chronic Health Effects: Carcinogenic Effects: Not classified or listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA, EU and ACGIH.

Mutagenic Effects: N/A Teratogenic Effects: N/A

Section 12-Ecological Information

Environmental Precautions: Very toxic to aquatic organisms. May cause long-term adverse effects to the aquatic environment.

Products of Degradation: These products are sulfur oxides. Some metallic oxides.

Section 13-Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal: The generation of waste should be avoided or minimized wherever possible. Avoid dispersal of spilled material, runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Disposal of this product, solutions and any by-products should at all times comply with the requirements of environmental protection and waste disposal legislation and any regional and local authority requirements.

Section 14-Transport Information

AERG: 171 Regulatory Information Proper Shipping Name Class UN # PG Label UN/IMDG/IATA Classification

Not regulated. -- -- --

DOT Classification RQ, ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, SOLID, N.O.S. (Zinc sulphate

(hydrous) mono-, hexa- and hepta hydrate)

9 UN3077

III

TDG Classification Not regulated. -- -- -- Additional Information UN IMDG IATA DOT TDG

-- -- -- Remarks Not regulated when

shipped in quantities less

than 1000 lbs./453.6 kg

(RQ).

--

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Section 15-Regulatory Information

United States HCS Classification: Irritating material. U.S. Federal Regulations: TSCA 6 proposed risk management: Lead.

TSCA 8(b) inventory: All components listed. TSCA 12(b) annual export notification: Lead. SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products found. SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products found. SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: No products found. SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution-chemical inventory- hazard identification: No Products were found. Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: Zinc sulphate (hydrous) mono-, hexa-, and hepta hydrate; Lead; Cadmium; Mercury. Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found. Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found. Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substance: No products found. Clean Air Act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.

State Regulations: Pennsylvania RTK: Zinc sulphate (hydrous) mono-, hexa-, and hepta hydrate: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard); Lead: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard); Cadmium: (special hazard, environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard); Mercury: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard). Massachusetts RTK: Lead; Cadmium; Mercury. New Jersey: Zinc Sulphate (hydrous) mono-, hexa- and hepta hydrate; Lead; Cadmium; Mercury. WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Ingredient Name Cancer Reproductive No Significant Risk Level

Maximum Acceptable Dosage Level

Lead Yes Yes 15 µg/day (ingestion) Yes Cadmium Yes Yes 0.05 µg/day

(inhalation) Yes

Mercury No Yes No No Canada WHMIS (Canada):

Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (Toxic). DSL: All components listed.

This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Canadian CPR and the United States OSHA. This MSDS contains all the information required by the CPR and OSHA, the American National Standard Institute (ANSI) Z400.1.

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International Lists: This product, (and its ingredients) is (are) listed on national inventories, or is (are) exempted from being listed, in Australia (AICS), in Europe (EINECS/ELINCS), in Korea (TCCL), in Japan (METI), in the Philippines (RA6969).

Section 16-Other Information

Label Requirements (U.S.A.): CAUSES SEVERE EYE IRRITATION. MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.

Hazardous Material Information System (U.S.A): HMIS Rating Health 1 Fire Hazard 0 Physical Hazard 0 Personal Protection B

Hazard Rating 4-Extreme 3-Serious

2-Moderate 1-Slight

0-Minimal See section 8 for more detailed information

on personal protection. National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):

References: ANSI Z400.1, MSDS Standard, 2004. - Manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheet. -29CFR Part1910.1200 OSHA MSDS Requirements. - 49CFR Table List of Hazardous Materials, UN#, Proper Shipping Names, PG. - Canada Gazette Part II, Vol. 122, No. 2. Registration SOR/88-64, 31 December 1987. Hazardous Products Act "Ingredient Disclosure List" - Canadian Transport of Dangerous Goods, Regulations and Schedules, Clear Language version 2005.

Date of Issue: 16/09/2010 Version: 1

Notice to reader To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is accurate. However, neither the above named supplier nor any of its subsidiaries assumes any liability whatsoever for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Final determination of suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the user. All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. Although certain hazards are described herein, we cannot guarantee that these are the only hazards that exist.

MSDS - Manganese SulfateIssued June 3, 2008

Section 1. Product InformationProduct Name/Trade Name: Manganese Sulfate Monohydrate

Synonym: Sulfuric Acid, Manganese salt monohydrate, Manganous Sulphate

Formula: MnSO4H2O, MnSO4

Chemical Name: Manganese Sulfate Monohydrate

Chemical FormulaMnSO4H2O

CAS No.: 10034-96-5 (monohydrate) 7785-87-7 (anhydrous)

EINECS (Ec) No: 232-089-9

Distributed by Pestell Minerals & Ingredients, New Hamburg, ON Canada

24 Hour Emergency Telephone (Canutec): 613-996-6666

Section 2. Hazards IngredientsIngredient: Manganese Sulfate Monohydrate

98-100% by Weight

Section 3. Physical DataPhysical State: Solid

Appearance: Slightly pink powder

Odor: Odorless

Specific Gravity: 2.95

pH Value: 5.0 - 7.0

Melting Point: 2000C

Boiling Point: 8500C

Decomposition: 2000C

Liquid Density: N/A

Vapor Pressure: N/A

Vapor Density: N/A

Evaporation Rate: N/A

Solubility: Easily soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol

Section 4. Stability and ReactivityChemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, aluminum and

magnesium

Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, exposure to moist air or water, excessive heat

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, sulfur oxides, oxides of manganese

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

Section 5. Hazardous IdentificationOverview: Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Affects lungs, central nervous system, blood and

kidneys. May cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.

Potential Acute Health Effects

Eyes: May cause mild eye irritation

Skin: May cause skin irritation. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and

diarrhea.

Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Potential Chronic Health Effects

Chronic manganese poisoning can result from excessive inhalation and ingestion exposure and involves

impairment of the central nervous system. Kidney effects, blood changes and manganese psychosis

also may occur as a result of chronic exposure. Chronic inhalation exposure can cause lung damage.

Please refer to Section 12: Toxicological Information of this MSDS to get more details about the

potential chronic health effects.

Section 6. First AidEyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical advice if effects persist.

Skin: Flush affected area with plenty of water and mild detergent for several minutes. Remove

contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Seek medical advice if effects persist.

Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupful of milk or water. Never give anything by

mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention.

Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. Employ artificial respiration if indicated. Seek medical

attention.

Section 7. Fire Fighting MeasuresFlash Point: N/A

Explosive Limit: N/A

Autoignition Temperature: N/A

Fire/Explosion: Not considered to be a fire and explosion hazard

Extinguishing Medium: Water fog or other medium appropriate to surrounding fire conditions.

Fire Fighting Instructions

Use suitable protective equipment for surrounding fire. The use of fire extinguishers of the chlorinated

hydrocarbon type is not recommended, as toxic products will probably be produced by the

decomposition of the extinguishing medium when it come into contact with hot manganese

compounds.

Section 8. Spills and DisposalsDon't touch or walk through this product. Stop leak if safe to do so. Prevent entry into waterways,

drains, confined areas. Prevent dust cloud. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect material and place

it into loosely covered plastic containers for later disposal.

Section 9. Handling and StorageHandling: Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid

contacting skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.

Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container and store in a cool, dry, well ventilated place. Protect

against physical damage. Isolate from all incompatible substances.

Section 10. Disposal SuggestionsDispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations at an approved waste

disposal facility.

Section 11. Exposure Controls & Personal ProtectionExposure Limits

OSHA PEL: 5mg/CBM Ceiling for manganese compounds as Mn

ACGIH TLV: 0.2 mg/CBM (TWA) for manganese, elemental and inorganic compounds as Mn.

Engineering Controls

Use adequate exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the allowable exposure limit.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves

Respiratory System: Approved or certified respirators

Other Protective Equipments: Overalls or similar protective apparel, clean up facilities.

Don't eat, drink or smoke in work areas. Wash hands thoroughly after handling this material.

Section 12. Toxicological InformationToxicity to Animals: LD50/LC50, N/A. Oral (Rat) 2150mg/kg. Does not belong to toxic substances.

Chronic Effects on Humans

Overview: The substance is toxic to lungs, central nervous system (CNS), liver and kidney. Chronic

manganese poisoning can result from excessive inhalation and ingestion exposure and involves

impairment of the central nervous system. Early symptoms include sluggishness, sleepiness and

weakness in the legs. Advanced cases have shown fixed facial expression, emotional disturbances,

spastic gait and falling. Illness closely resembles Parkinson's Disease. Kidney effects, blood changes

and manganese psychosis also may occur as a result of long term exposure. Chronic inhalation

exposure can cause lung damage.

Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a suspected/confirmed carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, SHA.

Mutagenicity: Possible for humans. Laboratory experiments have shown mutagenic effects.

Reproductive Toxicity: N/A. May damage the reproductive system.

Teratogenicity: Teratogenic effects shown in lab animals.

Section 13. Ecological InformationDegradability: N/A

Aquatic Toxicity: This product is classified as an environmental factor by EC with phrases N R51-53.

Environmental Precautions: Environmentally Hazardous Material. DO NOT DISCHARGE into drains

and rivers.

Section 14. Transport and Label InformationTransport: Not redefined as hazardous material by IMDG Code and IATA

See UN suggestion if not redefined in your area

Label Hazard and Precautions

Warning! Harmful is swallowed or inhaled. May affect central nervous system, blood and

respiratory system. Do not breathe dust. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly

after handling. Wear work gloves, safety goggles, breathing mask and overalls when handling.

Avoid release to environment. Keep our of reach of Children!.

Label First Aid: See Section 6: First Aid Measures of this MSDS

Disclaimer: The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. We do not

suggest or guarantee that any hazards listed herein are the only ones which exist. Pestell Minerals &

Ingredients makes no warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, concerning the safe use of this

material in your process or combination with other substances. Effects can be aggravated by other

materials and/or this material may aggravate or add to the effects of other materials. This material may

be released from gas, liquid or solid materials made directly or indirectly from it. User has the sole

responsibility to determine the suitability of the materials for any use and the manner of use

contemplated. User must meet all applicable safety and health standards.



APPENDIX D Questions/Comments and Associated Answers/Responses from Public and

Technical Review Committee


Table D-1: Questions/Comments and Associated Answers/Responses to EIS

1. Question/Comment: Given the nature of some of the materials being stored (nitrogen fertilizer), their solubility, and the concern over nitrate contamination of groundwater; two monitoring wells must be installed on the site to monitor potential impacts of the facility on groundwater quality. PEIDCLE should be consulted to determine the specific location for installation of the monitoring wells.

Answer/Response: Two (2) monitor wells will be drilled down gradient of the fertilizer storage building at locations determined in consultation with PEIDCLE (proposed locations identified on drawing in Appendix A of EIS report). Reference to the installation of MWs included in the EIS Report - Sections 5.2 and 6.0 (Table 6.1).

2. Question/Comment: Please clarify what the “industry standards” for construction of fertilizer storage facilities are.

Answer/Response: As shown on Figure No. 1 on Page 13 of the EIS Report, the design of building for storage of AN will be a precast and prestressed concrete structure with a concrete slab-on-grade foundation and floor. As stated in Table 3.4 all agricultural fertilizer products will be stored on a concrete floor slab inside a building to eliminate leaching to groundwater. All the building materials will be anti-corrosive in nature to reduce degradation of the building structure due to the types of materials being stored.

3. Question/Comment: It is common to ensure that the floor/foundation of the structure is constructed with a lip to provide containment of water/fire suppressant used in the event of an accidental fire. Are similar provisions included in this proposal?

Answer/Response: The building will be designed to meet federal and provincial requirements for storage of the products listed in the EIS Report. Containment will be provided as required by these regulations/guidelines. All building constructed at the proposed facility will have concrete foundations and floor that will be water tight to prevent infiltration into the environment and capable of holding the majority of water/fire suppressant in the building area in the event of an accidental fire.

4. Question/Comment: The Fire Marshall’s Office will require the provisions of NFPA 490 for the Storage of Ammonium Nitrate (which is a referenced document within NFPA 1 Uniform Fire Code which is adopted under the Codes and Standards Regulations of the Fire Prevention Act) be followed for the proposed facility. They will supply more detailed comments as it relates to that code during the development application process where they will also be requiring code compliant certification on the structures within the proposed development.

Answer/Response: The proponents are aware of NFPA Code 490 and will consult will the Provincial Fire Marshalls office during the development process.

5. Question/Comment: The Fire Marshall’s Office has recommended that the Agricultural Ammonium Nitrate Code of Practice from the Fertilizer Safety and Security Council be adopted during the operation of this facility. Additional information can be found at the link below: http://www.fssc.ca/_documents/AN%20Code%20of%20Practice_March%202014_Final2.pdf

Answer/Response: The referenced document and requirements have been incorporated into the design and operational procedures for the proposed facility.

6. Question/Comment: Page ii - Please clarify what “...Cavendish Agri Services Ltd’s on-site management...” consists of?

Answer/Response: As stated in the Executive Summary (Page ii) and Section 7.0 (Page 22) of the EIS Report - “During the construction period the Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. project manager or designated personnel will conduct regular environmental monitoring site inspections to ensure all construction components adhere to the provincial/federal regulations and codes as well as the procedures/controls outlined in the contractors Environmental Protection Plan (EPP).” Similar inspections would be conducted during the operations phase of the project.

http://www.fssc.ca/_documents/AN%20Code%20of%20Practice_March%202014_Final2.pdf



7. Question/Comment: Section 2.1 and 2.2 - References “locations” and “facilities” with regards to existing operations. Where are the current Cavendish Agri Services locations of fertilizer storage? Will all of these continue to operate?

Answer/Response: As stated in Section 1.2.1, the existing facility is located northeast of the proposed site north of Route No. 2 in the District of New Annan. Also stated in Section 3.3.3 of the EIS report, the existing storage facility in New Annan could be decommissioned after completion of Phase 4 with reduced production at the Summerside facility depending on the Cavendish Agri Services requirements at that time.

8. Question/Comment: Section 3.2.5 - What is the size of the above-ground fuel tank and what containment measures will be in place in the event of a spill?

Answer/Response: Two aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) will be located on the subject site for the proposed facility. A 500 US gallon steel walled diesel tank will be installed as part of Phase 1 in concrete containment unit with 110 % capacity. This AST is required to operate a generator for pumping water in case of emergency (i.e., sprinkler system). The second tank would be installed as part of Phase 3 or 4 for fueling equipment at the proposed facility. The AST would be a 2,000 US gallon double walled steel diesel tank. As indicated, both ASTs would either have containment or be double walled and installed according to the applicable provincial/federal regulations and codes in place at the time. In addition, the condition of the ASTs would be monitored on a regular basis by Cavendish Agri personnel to ensure no environmental impacts. Information updated in final EIS Report - Section 3.2.5.

9. Question/Comment: Section 3.2.6 - What is the term “industry standards” referring to?

Answer/Response: Refer to answer to Question No. 2 above.

10. Question/Comment: How many residents reside within 500 metres of the proposed facility? Where are their dwellings located (general direction) relative to the proposed facility?

Answer/Response: Based on the orthophoto 17 residential properties are located within a 500 m radius from the center of the proposed AN Storage Building - refer to Drawing No. 1, Appendix A of the EIS Report. Sentence added in Section 1.2.2 of the EIS Report. Information updated in Section 1.2.2 of the EIS Report.

11. Question/Comment: How many wells are located within 500 metres of the facility? Please supply an orthophoto with the well locations.

Answer/Response: Completed on Drawing No. 1 in Appendix A of the EIS Report. Based on the othophoto there are 19 wells (17 residential and 2 commercial) located within a 500 m radius from the center of the proposed AN Structure. The well locations are not shown on Drawing No. 1 but each developed property would have a potable well. Information updated in Section 1.2.2 of the EIS Report.

12. Question/Comment: What is the ownership (commercial, residential, etc.) of the properties directly bordering the property where the facility is to be located?

Answer/Response: Information provided in Section 1.2.2 - Table 1.2 of the EIS Report.

13. Question/Comment: What are the expected impacts (dust, noise, lighting, etc.) upon the nearby residents during construction and operation of the facility?

Answer/Response: Section 3.3.5 of the EIS Report identifies the potential issues to nearby residents. Lighting is not expected to be a significant concern.

14. Question/Comment: Section 3.3 - What are the estimated volumes of each chemical component to be stored in the separate phases of the project as the site develops?

Answer/Response: Maximum tonnage for each fertilizer product is listed in Table 3.4 of Section 3.2.6 of the EIS Report with Phase for storage at the site provided in Section 2.3. Information has updated in Table 3.4 of the EIS Report to provide the Phases for the storage of products at the facility.



15. Question/Comment: Page 12 - What level of decommissioning will the existing fertilizer storage facilities undergo? Please be specific with each site.

Answer/Response: The decommissioning of the existing fertilizer storage facilities at Summerside and New Annan is beyond the scope of this EIA. These sites are not part of the current project.

16. Question/Comment: Section 3.3.5 - What mitigative measures will be implemented to reduce the impact of dust on the adjacent properties during the construction and operational phases?

Answer/Response: Refer to Section 6.0 - Table 6-1 (Page 19) of the EIS Report “Appropriate noise suppression and dust control as required under the contractor’s EPP that adheres to the applicable PEIDCLE and/or PEI Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (e.g., using a water truck to suppress dust as required during construction phases).

17. Question/Comment: Section 3.3.5 - What mitigative measures will be implemented to reduce the risk of fire/explosion at the site during operation?

Answer/Response: As indicated in Section 3.3.6 the site will have security measures in place such as motion sensors, video surveillance, gated entrance, phone line, regular inspections by site staff. The materials will also be stored in accordance with all provincial fire safety codes which are in effect, as per the AHJ.

18. Question/Comment: Section 3.3.5 - What mitigative measures (other than the berm at the south boundary) will be implemented to reduce the impact of noise on the adjacent properties?

Answer/Response: The site will be operated as per the hours given in Section 3.3.2., so operational noise would be restricted to these hours. Noise is limited to trucks and heavy equipment loading/unloading agricultural fertilizer product at the proposed facility with peak traffic expected for short period in the Spring and Fall of each year. In addition, the majority of activity at the subject site (i.e., loading and unloading agricultural fertilizer products) would take place within the individual structures. Information updated in Section 3.3.5 and Table 6.1 of the EIS Report.

19. Question/Comment: Section 4.2, last paragraph references a public meeting as a source of comments/questions. This proposal is being assessed at Level 1 which does not require a public information session. Please clarify that no public information session was required as part of the EIA process.

Answer/Response: The last paragraph of Section 4.2 has been amended to remove the reference to a public meeting.

20. Question/Comment: Section 4.2 states that: “The Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI was contacted by the PEIDCLE regarding the proposed project and it was determined that additional consultation would not be required”. This should be changed to “ The PEIDCLE completed a risk assessment regarding the proposed project and determined that consultation with the Mi’kmaq Confederacy of PEI was not required for this particular proposal”.

Answer/Response: Edit made in the EIS Report as per above noted text.

21. Question/Comment: Please clarify the dimensions of each of the buildings to be constructed in each phase of the proposal?

Answer/Response: Drawing No. 2 provided in Appendix A of the EIS Report is to scale and the dimensions have also been added for each structure.

22. Question/Comment: Please describe the proposed external facility lighting which will accompany the buildings (including wattage and direction). What measures will be in place to reduce light pollution impacts for any nearby residents?

Answer/Response: Phase 1 building: Perimeter of building 2-26W LED wall packs or similar symmetrical spacing around building. Buildings to be constructed during remaining phases will have similar lighting for security purposes. Flood lights (wattage ranging from 150 to 400 Watts) will be situated at the entrances. All light will be directed onto the subject property for security and operational purposes. Lighting not expected to be a significant issue to third party properties.



23. Question/Comment: Provide details of the types of activities that may be directly associated with, or may occur as a result of the undertaking (increased vehicle traffic, transportation of raw materials, etc.) and what impacts those activities may have on local residents and the environment.

Answer/Response: This information is provided in Section 6 of the EIS Report in Table 6-1. Information has been updated in Section 3.3.3 of the EIS Report to include an estimate of truck traffic for a typical calendar year based on operations when the proposed facility is fully completed.

24. Question/Comment: Please provide the time duration of construction for each phase, and indicate when the overall construction of all phases will be complete.

Answer/Response: The time duration for each Phase of the proposed project is provided in Section 2.3 (fiscal year period) with all construction work to be completed by the year 2030. Additional details on the period during the year of construction have been included in Section 2.3 (i.e., May to October).

25. Question/Comment: What equipment and construction procedures will be used to construct the major features of the project?

Answer/Response: Refer to Section 3.2 of the EIS Report – additional information has been provided in this section of the EIS Report.

26. Question/Comment: List all of the potential sources of pollutants during the construction period (must include noise, airborne emissions, liquid effluents, hazardous materials, solid waste materials, etc.). Describe the potential effects and how each of these potential pollutants will be mitigated?

Answer/Response: Section 6.0 of the EIS Report provides this information. Please refer to Table 6.1.

27. Question/Comment: How close (metres) is the nearest watercourse or wetland relative to the proposed facility? Please provide a large-scale orthophoto detailing their location.

Answer/Response: Section 5.1.4 advises that the surface water drainage from the site is towards the Barbara Weit River which is approximately 250 m from the nearest point on the proposed property development. Drawing No. 1 in Appendix A has been superimposed with an orthophoto and is included in the EIS Report. Additional information is also provided in Section 5.2 of the EIS Report.

28. Question/Comment: Please clarify if any species at risk or species of special concern are located in the area of the proposed facility. Document what sources you used to provide that information. The appropriate conservation organizations and/or naturalist groups should be contacted as part of this process.

Answer/Response: As indicated in Section 5.4 the site has been used for agricultural purposes such as growing potatoes since at least 1935. There are no existing hedgerows on the subject property and thus no habitat for species at risk or species of special concern. Due to this background it was determined in consultation with PEIDCLE that a botanical, bird and small mammal survey was not required for this project. For the completion of the EIS Report the following information was reviewed (refer to Section 9 - Reference):

- Government of Canada - Species at Risk; - Committee on the Status of Endanger Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC); and - EBird.com.

EBird.com was checked for sightings of the following threatened (COSEWIC) and relatively uncommon land birds in the proposed site area in New Annan. Barn owl, barn swallow, cerulean warbler, eastern meadowlark, henslow's sparrow, rusty blackbird, Canada warbler and olive sided flycatcher. No sightings of any of these species were reported on the subject property. There was a sighting of a rusty blackbird within 3 km of the proposed site but this would not be significant to the project. There were no bald eagle, osprey or hawk nests observed on the property. In addition, Parks Canada website for the PEI National Park for their listing of any rare or endangered species was also reviewed.



29. Question/Comment: What mitigation measures will be utilized to minimize potential environmental impacts during the construction phases of the project? Is there a stormwater management plan?

Answer/Response: A storm water management is provided in Section 3.2.4. Other mitigation measures during the construction phase are provided in the other Sections of 3.2 and in the VECs Table 6-1 of the EIS Report. Information has been updated in Section 3.2.4 to include the construction phases of the project.

30. Question/Comment: How many employees will be on site during normal operating hours when the site is at its Phase 1 stage and again when it reaches its final stage?

Answer/Response: One to three (3) employees will be onsite during operating hours upon completion of Phase 1 of the proposed facility with six (6) to twelve (12) once the proposed facility is fully operational.

31. Question/Comment: What is the estimated lifespan of the project? How will the facility be decommissioned at the end of its lifespan?

Answer/Response: This information has been updated is provided in Section 3.4 of the EIS Report.

32. Question/Comment: What is the estimated daily water usage for the facility at the various phases of the project?

Answer/Response: For Phase I the water well will only be used for the sprinkler system on an emergency basis only. As the other Phases of the project are completed the overall water usage will be similar to one single family dwellings approximately 1,200 Litres/day (300 US gallons/day). Information updated in Section 5.2 of the EIS Report.

33. Question/Comment: What quantity and type of liquid fertilizer will be stored on the site and what containment methods will be used?

Answer/Response: The liquid fertilizer tanks shown as part of Phase 3 of the proposed facility are intend to replace certain granular agricultural fertilizer product that are trending to be produced as liquid based. The liquid fertilizer products would be stored in double walled fibreglass of poly tanks according to applicable provincial/federal regulation and codes in place at that time.

34. Question/Comment: What activities will take place in the equipment/storage shop and the maintenance shop? What will be stored? Will these buildings have floor drains?

Answer/Response: The equipment storage/maintenance shop will be used store and maintain agricultural equipment used for the growing and harvesting. No floor drains will be located within the structures.

35. Question/Comment: Where is the existing Cavendish Agri Services fertilizer storage facility located? Relative to the proposed facility, the Executive Summary indicates 2 km to the northeast and Sections 2.0 and 3.2.2 indicate 1 km to the northeast. Please clarify the exact location.

Answer/Response: The civic numbers for the site in New Annan is 36 Old Summerside Road off of Route No. 2 and is approximately 0.5 Km from the proposed facility. Clarification has been completed in appropriate Sections of the EIS Report.

36. Question/Comment: What measures will be in place to contain contaminated water on the site in the event of a fire at the proposed facility?

Answer/Response: As indicated in the containment plan of the Emergency Response Plan in Appendix C of the EIS Report, spills will be contained using sand bags or earth dike to prevent runoff. These same measures will be used to prevent runoff from firefighting. In addition, the proposed agricultural fertilizer storage structures will be constructed with concrete foundations and floors that will be water tight to prevent infiltration into the environment and capable of holding the majority of water/fire suppressant in the building area in the event of an accidental fire.



37. Question/Comment: A concrete structure with a tarp roof is proposed for Phase 1 of the proposed project. What are the types of structures proposed for the additional phases of the project?

Answer/Response: The Phase I structure has been modified to a precast and prestressed concrete structure with a concrete slab-on-grade foundation and floor which will meet all current provincial/federal regulations and codes including the provincial fire code. Structures to be constructed during the remaining Phases of the proposed facility will consist of concrete/ steel construction (i.e., pre-engineered structures) with concrete slab-on-grade foundation and floor. All buildings to be constructed in the future Phases of the proposed facility will be built to the current provincial/federal regulations and codes in place at that time.

38. Question/Comment: Please provide construction details for each of the proposed buildings re: containment of contaminated water in the event of a fire.

Answer/Response: Refer to Answer to Question No. 36.

39. Question/Comment: Please provide the height of the proposed earthen berm. How will it be determined that the proposed height is sufficient to reduce noise to potential off site receivers?

Answer/Response: The plan is to erect a soil berm with soil materials excavated from the construction of

roadways and buildings. Side slopes of 3:1 "run:rise" (i.e., 3 m horizontal to 1 m vertical) will be the main guideline , although on occasion steeper slopes (max 2:1) may be constructed. The minimum height of the perimeter berm will be 3 metres and will be covered with a layer of bark mulch or other material to stabilize and help absorb sound while the planted vegetation (with good sound absorbent qualities - mixture of evergreens, small flowering trees or shrubs) is allowed to get establish.

40. Question/Comment: 54th page of EIS document, Page 14 of Cavendish Agri ERP, section "If Liquid Spill", 3rd

bullet: disposed not exposed ("All contaminated tools, clothing, and other non-damaged chemicals are to be exposed of in a proper container.") .

Answer/Response: Edit has been made in the EIS Report (Appendix C - Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. Emergency Response Plan).

Public Comments/Questions

41. Question/Comment: Who is responsible for any contamination of groundwater as a result of the operation of this facility?

Answer/Response: The responsibility for any contamination of groundwater as a result of the operation would depend on the circumstances regarding the contamination. It will have to be legally determined if the contamination is caused by on-site operations, an accident or spill from a site user, act of vandalism or other event. The owner of the facility will have sudden and accidental pollution insurance should the source be the result of an accidental contamination by Cavendish Agri Services.

42. Question/Comment: What happens if water well is contaminated by a leakage of chemical and the water is no longer drinkable?

Answer/Response: The answer to this question is somewhat complicated. An investigation into the water well contamination will have to be conducted by a qualified hydrogeological consultant to determine the cause and the source. Is the source is confirmed to be the responsibility of Cavendish Agri Services, then measures will be taken to provide drinkable water to the water well which has been impacted.



43. Question/Comment: What measures have Cavendish Agri Services put in place to protect the homes and their wells in the surrounding area?

Answer/Response: As indicated in the EIS Report several measures will be taken to protect nearby homes and potable drinking water wells by following all applicable provincial/federal regulations. These include but are not limited to: - all fertilizer storage will be inside buildings, on concrete floors; - any fertilizer spillage which may occur outdoors will be cleaned up immediately; - dust and noise issues will be addressed; - two groundwater MWs will installed as per the requirements of PEIDCLE (refer to answer to Question 1); - fire control measures will be taken as per provincial and federal requirements; and - security measures will be put in place.

44. Question/Comment: Was a more isolated site considered for this facility?

Answer/Response: Other sites were considered as outlined in Section 2.2 of the EIS Report. The site has to be near or on an all-weather road for year round access.

45. Question/Comment: What are the plans for the facility if Irving decides to get out of the potato-growing (and input selling) business on PEI before the natural lifespan of the building? What are the succession plans for this structure in the near term? What are the current decommissioning guidelines?

Answer/Response: See Section 3.4 of the EIS Report with regard to decommissioning that includes updated information. Discussions regarding business decisions made by Cavendish Agri Services Ltd. are beyond the scope of this EIA.

46. Question/Comment: How much fill will be trucked in to build the site up?

Answer/Response: Structural fill and aggregate material will be required for grading, construction of buildings and establishment of road/access/parking areas (approximately 12,500 m

3 of structural fill

for entire project - information updated in Section 3.2.1 of the EIS Report). No soil material will be leaving the subject site.

47. Question/Comment: Will there be any external environmental monitoring of the facility during construction and operation or spill episodes?

Answer/Response: The project manager will ensure regular environmental monitoring is conducted on site in coordination with the requirements of the PEIDCLE and other responsible authorities (PEI Fire Marshall).

48. Question/Comment: Are these building and the roads and secondary facilities built to withstand climate-change related episodes of fierce storms and temperature changes?

Answer/Response: Climate normal data and weather extremes are provided in Section 5.3 of the EIS Report. The buildings, roads and other facilities are being constructed to meet the provincial/federal regulations and codes that take into account climate-change.

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