Safety Data Sheet
Biomin® Iron
SECTION 1: Product and Company Identification
Product name: Biomin® Iron
Product code: 0303 / 051010
Product use: Plant fertilizer
Product type: Liquid
Manufacturer: JH Biotech, Inc.
4951 Olivas Park Drive, Ventura, CA 93003
Tel: (805) 650-8933 Fax: (805) 650-8942
info@jhbiotech.com
24-Hour Emergency tel: (800) 633-8253 (United States & Canada) (801) 629-0667 (International)
SECTION 2: Hazards Identification
Signal word: None
Label element: None
Hazard statement: Not hazardous
Precautionary statement: Do not swallow. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
First Aid: If swallowed: Seek medical attention if feeling unwell. Rinse mouth.
Storage & Disposal: Store in a safe manner. Dispose product/container in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients
Component CAS No. %
Ferrous sulfate 7720-78-7 n/a
Soy protein hydrolysate 68607-88-5 n/a
The specific identity and/or exact percentage of composition is not provided because it is a trade secret. Product is not considered hazardous under
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove from source of exposure. Get medical attention if necessary.
Skin contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Get medical attention if necessary.
Eye contact: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Be sure to remove contact lenses. Get medical attention if necessary.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical attention if necessary.
SECTION 5: Firefighting Measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
None
Protection for firefighters
Wear protective clothing and equipment
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Wear protective clothing, gloves, and safety eye goggles.
Environmental precautions
Avoid discharge into environment
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Contain all spills and leaks to prevent discharge into the environment. Use appropriate tools to transfer spill material to proper disposal container.
Or recover material and use it for its intended purpose.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid overheating or freezing
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Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Exposure controls
Product has no occupational exposure limits. Avoid inhaling dusts or vapors. Practice good industrial hygiene and safety.
Personal protection
Eye protection: Eye protection is not required. To avoid contact with eyes, use safety eye goggles.
Skin protection: Wear protective clothing as necessary to minimize contact. Use chemical resistant gloves.
Respiratory protection: Not required. Wear approved respiratory equipment if necessary.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance Light to dark brown liquid Vapor pressure Not applicable
Odor No offensive odor Vapor density Not applicable
pH 3–5 Relative density 1.20 g/ml
Physical state Liquid Solubility Soluble in water
Melting point / Freezing point 0OC / 32OF Partition coefficient Not applicable
Boiling point 100OC / 212OF Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable
Flash point Not applicable Decomposition temperature Not applicable
Evaporation rate Not applicable Viscosity Not viscous
Flammability Non-flammable Explosive properties Non-explosive
Explosive limits Not applicable Oxidizing properties Non-oxidizer
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Reactivity
None
Chemical stability
Product is stable.
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Under normal conditions, hazardous reaction will not occur.
Conditions to avoid
Avoid heat
Incompatible materials
High pH chemicals
Hazardous decomposition products
No known hazardous decomposition products.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity: May be harmful if swallowed
Irritation: May cause eye irritation
Corrosivity: Not known to be corrosive
Sensitization: May cause skin irritation
Dose toxicity: Not known to be toxic
Carcinogenicity: Not known to be carcinogenic
Mutagenicity: Not known to be mutagenic
Reproductive toxicity: Not known to cause reproductive harm
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Not considered hazardous
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Persistence and degradability
Not available
Bioaccumulative potential
Not available
Mobility in soil
Soluble in water and may disperse in soil
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods
Not hazardous waste. Dispose of product in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Consult with qualified representative for proper
disposal or treatment.
SECTION 14: Transport Information
DOT
Not regulated by U.S. DOT as hazardous material.
UN number: Not applicable
UN proper shipping name: Not applicable
Transport hazard class(es): Not applicable
Packing group: Not applicable
Environmental hazards: Not applicable
Special precautions for user: Not applicable
IATA
Not dangerous goods
IMDG
Not dangerous goods
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
CERCLA
This product contains one or more substances regulated as a hazardous substance under the Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation
and Liability Act (CERCLA) (40 CFR 302).
Ferrous sulfate (CAS# 7720-78-7)
California Prop 65
This product does not contain any chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SARA 311/312 Hazards
Acute Health Hazard: No
Chronic Health Hazard: No
Fire Hazard: No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard: No
Reactive Hazard: No
SARA 313
This product does not contain any material that is subject to reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
Not Subject to “Right-To-Know” legislation in the following states
Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania
SECTION 16: Other Information
Issued: 2/7/2018
DISCLAIMER: Neither this data sheet nor any statement contained herein grants or extends any license, expressed or implied, in connection with
patents issued or pending which may be the property of the manufacturer or others. The information in this sheet has been assembled by the
manufacturer based on its own studies and on the work of others. The manufacturer makes no warranties, expressed or implied, as to the accuracy,
completeness, or adequacy of the information contained herein. The manufacturer shall not be liable to the vendee, the vendee’s employees, or
anyone for any direct, special or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the accuracy, completeness, adequacy, or furnishing of
such information.
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