COMPLEX FERTILIZERS NPK, NP OR NK TYPE (with higher than 70% ammonium nitrate content)

Hazard statements (CLP)

H272, H319

Code

Statements

H272

May intensify fire; oxidiser

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

No. 1272/2008 Classification of the substance or mixture Complex fertilizers NPK, NP or NK type are inorganic, multi-constituent substances Complex fertilizers NPK, NP or NK type which have a higher ammonium nitrate content of 70% (ex 26-13-0; 27-13,5-0; 26-5-5; 27-6-6) are considered hazardous during transportation, according to ADR, RID and IMDG provisions The hazard of these sorts is given by the concentration of ammonium nitrate (higher concentration

Health hazards

This product is not dangerous if handled accordingly Nevertheless, the following aspects will be taken into consideration Skin contact: may cause irritation in case of prolonged contact Eye contact: may cause irritation in case of prolonged or repeated contact Ingestion no toxic effects in case of small quantities, in large quantities it may cause gastrointestinal disorders, and, in extreme cases (especially in children) it may cause methaemoglobinaemia, the “blue baby syndrome” and cyanosis (blueness around the mouth) Inhalation large quantities of dust containing this product may cause irritation of the nose and airways; the symptoms include sore throat and cough

Environmental hazards

No environmental hazard assessment was conducted as ammonium nitrate presents little danger for aquatic organisms Due to the reduced hazardous potential on aquatic organisms, and its main effect, eutrophication, the substance is not considered dangerous for the environment, according to Community/national Regulations Ignition or explosion hazard The fertilizer itself is not combustible, but it may sustain combustion even in the absence of air At approx. 170 °C the substance melts, slowly decomposing into ammonia and nitric acid At over 200 °C the decomposition is accelerated and the decomposition reaction may turn into a chain reaction if no immediate measures for cooling are taken, by spraying a maximum quantity of water (actual flooding). Decomposition products (nitrogen oxides) catalyze the reaction, causing an explosion At high temperatures (over 400 °C) the fertilizer may ignite and burn, with simultaneous decomposition in nitrogen oxides. The decomposition may cause an explosion in case of contamination with incompatible materials, such as: fuels (gasoline, Diesel fuel), lubricants petrolatum, oils), metallic powders and other materials specified in section 10.5

2.2 Label elements

EU (according to CLP)

EU Classification

Annex I Part I of Regulation (EU) 1009/2019 NP/NPK complex fertilizers are classified in the functional category of PFC fertilizer products PFC 1(C)(I)(a)(ii): Solid inorganic fertilizer compounded with macroelements. Product name: COMPLEX FERTILIZER CONTAINING AMMONIUM NITRATE Producer: Azomureş S.A.Tg.-Mureş, 300 Gheorghe Doja St., tel. 0040-265 253 700, Romania Fax 0040-265 252 986, e-mail office@azomures.com, www.azomures.com Emergency telephone number 0040-21.318.36.06, working hours Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hazard labels: symbols GHSO3 - flame over a circle GHSO7 - exclamation point Warning word: Attention! GHSO3 - Oxidizer solid, class 3 GHSO7 - Eye irritation, class 2

Hazard statements

H 272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H 319 - Causes serious eye irritation

Prevention

P210 – Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flamesand another ignition sources. No smoking. P220 – Keep/Store away from clothing/combustible materials (lubricants, Diesel fuel, oil, paints etc.) P 264 – Wash hands thoroughly after handling P 280 – Wear protective gloves (heat resistant)/protective clothing (powder resistant overalls)/tight safety goggles/ face mask/ hearing protection (earphones) Intervention P 370 + P 378 - In case of fire use plenty of water (flooding). Use dust or carbon dioxide extinguishers for cooling; P 305+351+338 - If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P 337+ P313 – If irritation persists see the doctor Elimination P 501 - Dispose of contents/container in special containers. "Acquisition, possession or use by the general public is restricted" EU label (according to ADR) Substance name: COMPLEX FERTILIZER WITH HIGH CONTENT OF AMMONIUM NITRATE Producer: Azomureş S.A.Tg.-Mureş, 300 Gheorghe Doja St., tel.004-0265 253 700, Romania Fax 004-0265 252 986, e-mail office@azomures.com, www.azomures.com Emergency telephone number 021.318.36.06, working hours Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m Class 5.1 - oxidizing substances

Contains

ammonium nitrate >70%AA - < = 98.5% AA The declared content for each nutrient TOTAL NITROGEN (N), AMMONIACAL NITROGEN, NITRIC NITROGEN, TOTAL PHOSPHORUS PENTA OXIDE, WATER SOLUBLE PHOSPHORUS PENTA OXIDE, NEUTRAL AMMONIUM CITRATE SOLUBLE PHOSPHORUS PENTA OXIDE, as mass percentages. The granulation Instructions for use Storage conditions Safety and environmental information Net weight of the fertilizer Production date

2.3 Other hazards

not known

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Complex fertilizers NPK, NP or NK type are inorganic, multi-constituent substances. Complex fertilizers NPK, NP or NK type which have a higher ammonium nitrate content of 70% (ex.: 26-13-0; 27-13,5-0; 26-5-5; 27-6-6) are considered hazardous during transportation, according to ADR, RID and IMDG provisions. The hazard of these sorts is given by the concentration of ammonium nitrate (higher concentration than 70%), also determining the CLP classification. Classification according to EC Regulation no. 1272/2008 (CLP) The classification according to CLP Regulation no. 1272/2008 is that for ammonium nitrate, as the concentration level exceeding 70% makes the 27-6-6; 26-5-5; 26-13-0; 27-13,5-0 sorts hazardous. Hazard Classes/Categories: Oxidizing solid, Class 3 Serious damage of the eyes/irritation of the eyes, Class 2 Hazard statements H: H 272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer H 319 - Causes serious eye irritation Human health hazard This product is not dangerous if handled accordingly. Nevertheless, the following aspects will be taken into consideration: Skin contact: may cause irritation in case of prolonged contact Eye contact: may cause irritation in case of prolonged or repeated contact Ingestion: no toxic effects in case of small quantities, in large quantities it may cause gastrointestinal disorders, and, in extreme cases (especially in children) it may cause methaemoglobinaemia, the “blue baby syndrome” and cyanosis (blueness around the mouth). Inhalation: large quantities of dust containing this product may cause irritation of the nose and airways; the symptoms include sore throat and cough. Environmental hazards No environmental hazard assessment was conducted as ammonium nitrate presents little danger for aquatic organisms. Due to the reduced hazardous potential on aquatic organisms, and its main effect, eutrophication, the substance is not considered dangerous for the environment, according to Community/national Regulations. Ignition or explosion hazard The fertilizer itself is not combustible, but it may sustain combustion even in the absence of air. At approx. 170 °C the substance melts, slowly decomposing into ammonia and nitric acid. At over 200 °C the decomposition is accelerated and the decomposition reaction may turn into a chain reaction if no immediate measures for cooling are taken, by spraying a maximum quantity of water (actual flooding). Decomposition products (nitrogen oxides) catalyze the reaction, causing an explosion. At high temperatures (over 400 °C) the fertilizer may ignite and burn, with simultaneous decomposition in nitrogen oxides. The decomposition may cause an explosion in case of contamination with incompatible materials, such as: fuels (gasoline, Diesel fuel), lubricants (petrolatum, oils), metallic powders and other materials specified in section 10.5.