MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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1 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1. Product and Company Identification - Product Name: Bio-Forge - Manufacturing Number: Not available - Producer: Stoller Enterprises P.O. Box 2347 Parklands 2121 South Africa - Telephone Number: +27 (0) Fax No: +27 (0) jonathan@mbfi.co.za - Supplier: MBF International cc 2. Information on the Composition of Ingredients - Product Description: Plant growth regulator. Ingredients include Urea, potassium hydroxide and an inert carrier. - Dangerous Ingredients: None. 3. Hazardous Identification - Possible Hazards: May cause severe irritation to eyes and skin if contact occurs. Harmful if ingested, may cause nausea, gastrointestinal damage or even death. 4. First Aid Measures - Inhalation: Remove from exposure area from mists or in the event of massive inhalation. Seek medical attention if any reaction or adverse effects are noticed. - Skin Contact: Rinse thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs or if an allergic reaction is noticed. - Eye Contact: Rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation occurs or if an allergic reaction is noticed. - Ingestion: Sip water. Seek medical attention if any reaction or adverse effects are noticed.

2 5. Fire Fighting Measures - Type of Material: Non-flammable liquid. - Extinguishing Media: Use water mist, foam, Carbon dioxide or dry chemicals. - Hazardous Decomposition Products: N/A 6. Accidental Release Measures - Environmental Precautions: Do not apply directly to water. Exposed treated seed may be hazardous to birds and other wildlife. - Personal Precautions: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the form of gloves, safety goggles and overalls are recommended. - Destruction and Clean Up: Recover as much of the liquid as possible by scooping, then use an absorbent material (i.e. dirt, sand, sawdust) and then scrape up and dispose of appropriately as solid waste. 7. Handling and Storage - Handling: Ensure adequate ventilation when handling. - Storage: Store in original labelled container only. Keep lid tightly sealed and store in a dry area, above freezing and below 38 C, out of direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. - Incompatible Materials: N/A 8. Exposure Control/Personal Protective Equipment - Technical Measures/precautions: General ventilation is usually adequate. Local exhaust should be used if needed for safe, comfortable working conditions. - Personal Protection: Respiratory Protection: Hand Protection: Prolonged exposure may cause temporary discomfort of respiratory tract and headache. Respiratory protection (face mask) is recommended. This product may cause skin irritation in some individuals. It is recommended that gloves be worn as a precaution during handling.

3 Eye Protection: Skin Protection: This product may cause eye irritation if contact/exposure occurs. Therefore the use of safety goggles/glasses is recommended. This product may cause skin irritation/allergic reactions in some individuals. Overalls are recommended to avoid any such reactions. 9. Physical and Chemical Properties - Physical State: Liquid - Colour: Clear, amber-ish - Odour: Slight vinegar - ph: N/A - Density (Specific Gravity): Solubility/Miscibility in Water: 100% soluble - Vapour Pressure: Not known - Boiling Point: 100 C - Melting Point: N/A - Flash Point: Not applicable as the product is nonflammable. - Oxidizing Properties: None. As a precaution avoid strong acids and strong alkalies. - Explosive Properties: N/A - Auto-ignition Temperature: N/A 10. Stability and Reactivity - Hazardous Decomposition Products: N/A - Materials to Avoid: Not known. As a precaution avoid strong acids and strong alkalies. - Conditions to Avoid: N/A 11. Toxological Information - LD 50 : Not known - Local Effects: Not known - Skin Irritant (Rabbit): Not known

4 - Eye Irritant (Rabbit): Not known - Chronic Toxicity: Non-carcinogenic, non-teratogenic, nonmutagenic and does not produce reproductive toxicity. 12. Ecological Information The available data on this plant nutrient material does not indicate any undue hazard to the environment, if used correctly and according to the instructions on this MSDS and product label. Any waste resulting from spillage or leakage should be dealt with appropriately (see Accidental Release Measures). Due to its growth enhancement value, this product may contribute to eutrophication in water bodies. 13. Disposal Considerations Wastes resulting from the use of this product may be disposed of on site or at an approved waste disposal site. 14. Transportation Data There are not transport restrictions for this product. 15. Regulations - Hazardous Symbols: R36/37/38 Irritates eyes, airways and skin. - S-phases: S2 Keep out of children s reach. S9 Keep recipient in a well-ventilated place. S24 Avoid contact with skin. S25 Avoid contact with eyes. S49 Keep it only in the original container. - National Regulations: National Road Traffic Act (Act 93 of 1996); - Other Regulations: None Fire Brigade Service Act (Act 99 of 1987); Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993). 16. Other Information The purpose of the above information is to describe the product only in terms of health and safety requirements. The information given should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing specific properties or as a specification. Customers should satisfy themselves as to the suitability and completeness of such information for their own particular use.

5 Contact Person: Mr. Jonathan Etherington Contact Number: