1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE COMPANY

1.1 Identification of the Product
Product name is Agri Copper
1.2 Company
See details below

2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Copper Sulphate
14025-15-0 Concentration-6% - Harmful

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Human: may be mildly irritating to skin and eyes. Harmful if swallowed.
Environment: very toxic to aquatic organisms, my cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General: In case of serious personal contamination always seek medical help immediately.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and provide maximum ventilation.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Rinse with plenty of water.
Eye Contact: Irrigate immediately with copious amounts clean water for 15 minutes minimum. seek medical attention if redness or irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth out with water. If swallowed drink plenty of milk or water and seek medical advice.
Medical Information: For specialist advice doctors should contact the nearest Poisons Information Centre.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

All extinguishing agents can be used. Prevent entry of product or contaminated water in watercourses or drains.
If involved in a fire, fumes and vapour may be harmful.
Protective clothing, boots, glasses and gloves should be worn. Fire fighters should use breathing apparatus.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Environment: Do not discharge into drains or rivers.
Spillage: Absorb the product onto porous material. Recover the product by scraping with a spatula or a similar instrument. Wash floors with plenty of water. Dispose of through an authorised disposal contractor. Inform the proper authorities if gross contamination of water is threatened or occurs.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Handling: Handle and use in accordance with good occupational
hygiene and safety practice. Take all necessary measures to avoid accidental
discharge of products into drains and waterways due to the rupture of
containers or transfer systems.
7.2 Storage: Product must only be kept in the suppliers’ packaging. Keep tightly sealed in original containers. Store in frost free conditions away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Occupational exposure limits
Not specified
8.2 Personal Protection
If ventilation is suitable, it is not essential to wear respiratory equipment. Wear chemical resistant gloves, tightly fitting safety goggles with side shields and protective suit.
8.3 Precautions
Wear suitable protective gloves when handling the concentrate or contaminated surfaces.
When using do not eat drink or smoke.
Wash hands and exposed skin before meals and after work.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep in original container, tightly closed in safe place.
Do not contaminate surface water or ditches with chemicals.
Do not allow direct spray from vehicles to fall within 6 metres of surface water.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance Clear blue liquid
Odour Weak
pH water solution (100g/l) 5.0-6.0
Melting point n/a
Boiling point Approx 100 C
Explosive properties Non-flammable
Oxidizing Properties Non oxidizing
Relative Density
Solubility (water and fat) Miscible (in all proportions) 1.31g/l at 20 C

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Hazardous conditions are unlikely to occur under normal conditions of storage and use. On combustion sulphur oxide (SO2) is released.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 General
May be mildly irritating to eyes and skin. Non sensitizing.
11.2 Toxicity Data
LD50 :> 2000mg/kg

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Mobility
No information available
12.2 Persistence/Degradability
Readily biodegradable
12.3 Bio-accumulation
No information available

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Product and Waste: Dispose of materials or solid residues at a licensed site.
Containers: Recycle following cleaning or dispose of at an authorised site. Do not re-use containers for any purpose.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

No restrictions or special transport measures required.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

R-PHASES
R22 Harmful if swallowed
R36/38 – irritating to eyes and skin
R50,53 – very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
S-PHASES
S2 – keep out of reach of children
S22 – do not breathe dust
S60 – This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.
S61 – Avoid release into the environment. Refer to special instructions-safety data sheet.

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Disclaimer
The information in the MSDS relates to this specific material. If the product is used as a component in any other product, this MSDS may not be valid. The information contained was obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. The information is provided without any warranty, expressed or implied, regarding its correctness. This Material Safety Data Sheet was prepared according to Directive 93/112/EEC.

Product Supplied by: Data Sheet Compiled by:
J & H Bunn Ltd, J & H Bunn Ltd [www.jhbunn.co.uk] South Beach Parade Great Yarmouth Norfolk NR30 3QA UK Phone +44 [0]1493 744700 Fax +44 [0]1493 744701