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Section VII – Handling and Storage

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Material Safety Data Sheet

Identity: Roots Terra-Sorb Last Updated: July 6, 2012

Chemical Name: Potassium Polyacrylate, Cross-linked

Product Use: Soil Conditioner

Section I – Manufacturer

Lebanon Seaboard Corporation Emergency Phone #: 717-273-1685

1600 E. Cumberland Street Phone # for Information: 800-532-0090

Lebanon, PA 17042

Section II – Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview

This product is a white granular, odorless powder that yields a gel-like material with the addition

of water. The physical particles range in the 200-2000 micron size. The product is essentially

insoluble and may cause extremely slippery conditions when wet.

Recent scientific information has determined that respirable Terra-Sorb particles are defined as

Inert or nuisance dust by OSHA, under 29 CFR 1910.1000, Table Z-3. Although Terra-Sorb is

not regulated as a hazardous material, any nuisance dust may be a potential respiratory tract

irritant. Use an approved respirator if necessary when conditions merit. See Section 8 for

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection.

Potential Health Effects: Eyes

Dust may cause burning, drying, itching, and other discomfort, resulting in reddening of the eyes.

Potential Health Effects: Skin

Exposure to the dust, such as in manufacturing, may aggravate existing skin conditions due to

drying effect.

Potential Health Effects: Ingestion

As in any instance of non-food consumption, seek medical attention in the event of any adverse

symptoms.

Potential Health Effects: Inhalation

Terra-Sorb 66 particles are nuisance dust particles. The product particles are in the particle size

range of 200 to 2,000 microns. If necessary, use the appropriate NIOSH approved dust mask.

HMIS Ratings: Health: 1 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0

Hazard Scale: 0 = Minimal 1 = Slight 2 = Moderate 3 = Serious 4 = Severe * = Chronic Hazard

Section III – Composition/Information on Ingredients

CAS #

Component

Quantity

25608-12-2

2-Propenoic Acid, homopolymer, potassium salt

>97%

Component Information/Information on Non-Hazardous Components

The components of this product are not regulated as hazardous under 29 CFR and 49 CFR.

Section IV – First Aid Measures

First Aid: Eyes

Summary of content (5 pages)

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MSDS : Roots Terra-Sorb Material Safety Data Sheet Identity: Roots Terra-Sorb Last Updated: July 6, 2012 Chemical Name: Potassium Polyacrylate, Cross-linked Product Use: Soil Conditioner Section I – Manufacturer Lebanon Seaboard Corporation 1600 E.
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MSDS : Roots Terra-Sorb Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. First Aid: Skin Remove Polyacrylate absorbent dust from skin using soap and water. First Aid: Ingestion If ingestion of a large amount does occur, seek medical attention. First Aid: Inhalation If inhaled, move to source of fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Section V – Fire Fighting Measures General Fire Hazards Dusts may form an explosive mixture in air.
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MSDS : Roots Terra-Sorb A: General Product Information These products are not regulated as a hazardous material. Their physical particles range in the 200-2,000 micron size. They are insoluble in water and causes extremely slippery conditions when wet. Recent scientific information has determined that respirable Terra-Sorb particles are defined as Inert or nuisance dust by OSHA, under 29 CFR 1910.1000, Table Z-3.
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MSDS : Roots Terra-Sorb General Product Information Oral toxicity: LD50 rat: >500 mg/kg. Method: OECD No. 401-Limit test Dermal toxicity: LD50 rat: >2000 mg/kg. Method: OECD No. 402-Limit test Skin irritation: Rabbit: No irritation. Method OECD No. 404 Eye irritation: Rabbit: Very slight eye irritation – Particle effect. Method OECD No. 405 Sensitization: Guinea pig: No sensitization. Method: OECD no. 406 Acute inhalation of respirable dust may cause irritation of the upper respiratory tract and lungs.
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MSDS : Roots Terra-Sorb Not a dangerous good. Section XV – Regulatory Information US Federal Regulations A: General Product Information This product is not federally regulated as a hazardous material. B: Clean Air Act No information is available. C: Component Analysis: No information is available. State Regulations – General This product is not regulated by any State as a hazardous material. Component Analysis – State None of this product’s components are on the state lists from CA, FL, MA, MN, NJ, or PA.