Safety Data Sheet

N-SURE®
SDS Number: 204 Revision: January 3, 2020
Section 1: IDENTIFICATION

1.1 Product Name: N-Sure®

1.2 Other Identification:

Chemical Family: Aqueous organic solution.

Formula: Not applicable - blend

1.3 Recommended Use of Chemical: Agricultural Industry – Fertilizer

1.4 Manufacturer: Tessenderlo Kerley Inc.

2910 N. 44th Street, Suite 100
Phoenix, Arizona 85018
Information: (602) 889-8300

1.5 Emergency Contact: Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. (800) 877-1737

CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300 Domestic
(703) 527-3887 International

Section 2: HAZARD(S) IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Hazard Classification: Health None

Physical None
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2.2 Signal Word: Not applicable

2.3 Hazard Statement(s): Not applicable

2.4 Symbol(s): Not applicable

2.5 Precautionary Statement(s): Not applicable

2.6 Unclassified Hazard(s): None

2.7 Unknown Toxicity Ingredient: None

Section 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION on INGREDIENTS

3.1 Chemical Ingredients: (See Section 8 for exposure guidelines)

Proprietary ingredients

Chemical Synonym Common Name CAS No. EINECS No.

Urea Urea 57-13-6 200-315-5
Tetrahydro-1,3,5-triazin- Triazone 7098-14-8 230-406-5
2(1H)-one
Water Water 7732-18-5 231-791-2

Section 4: FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Symptoms/Effects:

Acute: Eye contact may cause eye irritation. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may cause skin
irritation. Ingestion may irritate the gastrointestinal tract.

Chronic: No known chronic effects.

4.2 Eyes: Immediately flush with large quantities of water for 15 minutes. Hold eyelids apart during
irrigation to ensure thorough flushing of the entire area of the eye and lids. Obtain
medical attention if irritation occurs.

4.3 Skin: Immediately flush with large quantities of water. Remove contaminated clothing under a
safety shower. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation occurs.

4.4 Ingestion: If victim is conscious, give 2 to 4 glasses of water and induce vomiting by touching finger
to back of throat. Obtain medical attention.

4.5 Inhalation: Remove victim from contaminated atmosphere. If breathing is labored, administer
Oxygen. If breathing has ceased, clear airway and start CPR. Obtain medical attention.

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Section 5: FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Flammable Properties: (See Section 9 for additional flammable properties)

NFPA: Health - 1 Flammability - 0 Reactivity - 0

5.2 Extinguishing Media:

5.2.1 Suitable Extinguishing Media: Not flammable, use media suitable for combustibles
involved in fire.

5.2.2 Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Not applicable

5.3 Protection of Firefighters:

5.3.1 Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical:

Physical Hazards: Heating (flames) of closed or sealed containers may cause

violent rupture of container due to thermal expansion of
compressed gases.

Chemical Hazards: Heating causes release of vapors. Vapors are irritating to

eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Heating to dryness may
cause the release of Ammonia, and Oxides of Carbon.

5.3.2 Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters:

Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing

apparatus (SCBA) and full fire-fighting turnout gear. Keep
containers/storage vessels in fire area cooled with water
spray.

Section 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment specified in Section 8. Isolate the
release area and deny entry to unnecessary, unprotected and untrained
personnel.

6.2 Environmental Precautions: Keep out of “waters of the United States” because of potential aquatic
Toxicity (See Section 12).

6.3 Methods of Containment:

Small Release: Confine and absorb small releases with sand, earth or other inert
absorbents.

Large Release: Shut off release if safe to do so. Dike spill area with earth, sand or other
inert absorbents to prevent runoff into surface waterways (potential
aquatic toxicity), storm drains and sewers.

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6.4 Method for Cleanup:

Small Release: Shovel up absorbed material and place in drums for disposal as a
chemical waste.

Large Release: Recover as much of the spilled product as possible using portable pump
and hoses. Use recovered material as originally intended or dispose of as
a chemical waste. Treat remaining material as a small release (above).

Section 7: HANDLING and STORAGE

7.1 Handling: Avoid contact with eyes. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapors. Avoid prolonged or repeated
contact with the skin.

7.2 Storage: Store in well-ventilated areas. Do not store combustibles in the area of storage vessels.
Keep away from any sources of heat or flame. Store totes and smaller containers out of
direct sunlight at moderate temperatures. (See Section 10.5 for materials of
construction.)

Section 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Exposure Guidelines:

Chemical OSHA PELs ACGIH TLVs

TWA STEL TWA STEL
Urea None None None None
Tetrahydro-1,3,5-
None None None None
triazin-2(1H)-one
Water None None None None

8.2 Engineering Controls: Use adequate exhaust ventilation to prevent inhalation of

product vapors. Keep eye wash/safety shower in areas where
product is handled.

8.3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

8.3.1 Eye/Face Protection: Chemical goggles and a full face shield.

8.3.2 Skin Protection: Neoprene rubber gloves and apron should be worn to prevent
repeated or prolonged contact with the liquid. Wash
contaminated clothing prior to reuse.

8.3.3 Respiratory Protection: None generally required. If conditions exist where mist may be
generated, a NIOSH/MSHA approved mist respirator should be
worn.

8.3.4 Hygiene Considerations: There are no known hazards associated with this product when
used as recommended, however common good industrial

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hygiene practices should be followed, such as washing thoroughly
after handling and before eating or drinking.

Section 9: PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Appearance: Clear, blue or colorless liquid.

9.2 Odor: Slight amine odor.
9.3 Odor Threshold: Not determined
9.4 pH: 9 - 11 (Typical)
9.5 Melting point/Freezing Point: < 0°F (< -17.8°C)
9.6 Boiling Point: 219° F (104°C)
9.7 Flash Point: Not applicable
9.8 Evaporation Rate: Not determined
9.9 Flammability: Not applicable
9.10 Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Not applicable
9.11 Vapor Pressure: Not determined
9.12 Vapor Density: Not determined
9.13 Relative Density: 1.29 (10.7 lbs/gal) (Typical)
9.14 Solubility: Complete
9.15 Partition Coefficient: No data available.
9.16 Auto-ignition Temperature: Not applicable
9.17 Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
9.18 Viscosity: 67.5 Cp @ 25°C

Section 10: STABILITY and REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity: See Sections 10.4 and 10.5 below.

10.2 Chemical Stability: This is a stable material under normal (ambient) temperature and
pressure.

10.3 Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Strong oxidizers such as nitrates or chlorates can cause explosive
mixtures if heated to dryness.

10.4 Conditions to Avoid: Heat or fire conditions, strong oxidizers and acids or acidic
materials.

10.5 Incompatible: Strong oxidizers (See section 10.3) and acids or acidic materials.
This product is not compatible with Copper, Zinc or their alloys
including brass, bronze or galvanized materials. These materials
should not be utilized in handling systems or storage containers
for this product.

10.6 Hazardous Decomposition Products: Heating this product will evolve Ammonia. Heating to dryness
will cause the production of Ammonia, and Oxides of Carbon.
Ammonia may form flammable mixtures with air (16 to 25% NH3).

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Section 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Oral: Oral-Rat LD50: > 2,500 mg/kg

Oral Rat LD50: 8,471 mg/kg (urea)
Acute toxicity Rat, LD50: 14,300 mg/kg (urea)

11.2 Dermal: N-SURE® is not a skin sensitizer in guinea pigs by closed patch technique.

11.3 Inhalation: No data available.

11.4 Eyes: No data available.

11.5 Chronic/Carcinogenicity: Not listed NTP, IARC or OSHA.

11.6 Teratology: No data available.

11.7 Reproduction: Reproductive testing with urea (ingredient) indicated no toxic effects.

11.8 Mutagenicity: N-SURE® is not mutagenic in an Ames Assay using Salmonella

typhimurium.

Section 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Ecotoxicity: Acute toxicity, fish, LC50: >9,100 mg/l, 96 hr. exp. (Urea)
Acute toxicity, Daphnia, EC50: >10,000 mg/l, 24 hr. exp. (Urea)

12.2 Persistence & Degradability: No data available.

12.3 Bioaccumulative Potential: No data available.

12.4 Mobility in Soil: No data available.

12.5 Other Adverse Effects: None

Section 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Consult federal, state and local regulations for disposal requirements.

Section 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION

14.1 Basic Shipping Description:

14.1.1 Proper Shipping Name: N-Sure, 28-0-0 (Not regulated by DOT)

14.1.2 Hazard Classes: Not applicable
14.1.3 Identification Number: Not applicable
14.1.4 Packing Group: Not applicable
14.1.5 Hazardous Substance: No
14.1.6 Marine Pollutant: No

14.2 Additional Information:

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14.2.1 Other DOT Requirements:

14.2.1.1 Reportable Quantity: No

14.2.1.2 Placard(s): Not applicable
14.2.1.3 Label(s): Not applicable

14.2.2 USCG Classification: Not determined

14.2.3 International Transportation:

14.2.3.1 IMO: Not regulated

14.2.3.2 IATA: Not regulated
14.2.3.3 TDG (Canada): Not regulated
14.2.3.4 ADR (Europe): Not regulated
14.2.3.5 ADG (Australia): Not regulated

14.2.4 Emergency Response Guide: Not applicable

14.2.5 ERAP - Canada: Not applicable

14.2.6 Special Precautions: Not applicable

Section 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION

15.1 U.S. Federal Regulations:

15.1.1 OSHA: This product is not considered hazardous under the criteria of the Federal
OSHA Hazard communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

15.1.2 TSCA: Product is contained in USEPA Toxic Substance Control Act Inventory.

15.1.3 CERCLA: Reportable Quantity – No

15.1.4 SARA Title III:

15.1.4.1 Extremely Hazardous Substance (EHS): No

15.1.4.2 Section 312 (Tier II) Ratings: Immediate (acute) No

Fire No
Sudden Release No
Reactivity No
Delayed (chronic) No

15.1.4.3 Section 313 (FORM R): Not applicable

15.1.5 RCRA: Not applicable

15.1.6 CAA: (Hazardous Air Pollutant (HAP) Not applicable

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15.2 International Regulations:

15.2.1 Canada:

15.2.1.1 WHMIS: Not determined

15.2.1.2 DSL/NDSL: Not listed

15.3 State Regulations:

15.3.1 CA Proposition 65: Not applicable

Section 16: OTHER INFORMATION

REVISIONS: This SDS was reformatted to comply with the new Hazard Communication Standard dated March
26, 2012, by the Regulatory Affairs Department of Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. 7/15/2013.
Revised multiple sections to correct wording and formatting. 3/10/2015.
Revised sections 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 14 and 15. 6/10/2016.
Revised Section 1. 1/3/2020.

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. (TKI).
No warranty of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or any other warranty is expressed or is to be implied regarding the
accuracy or completeness of this information, the results to be obtained from the use of this information or the product, the safety of this
product, or the hazards related to its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for
their particular purpose and on the condition that they assume the risk of their use thereof. TKI reserves the right to revise this Safety Data
Sheet periodically as new information becomes available.

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