MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product and Company Identification
- Product Name:
- Manufacturing Number:
- Producer:
- Telephone Number:
- Fax No:
- Email:
- Supplier:
Phytogard Mg
Not available
Stoller Enterprises
P.O. Box 2374
Parklands
2121
South Africa
+27 (0)82 921 8428
+27 (0) 865 476 711
jonathan@mbfi.co.za
MBF International cc
2. Information on the Composition of Ingredients
- Product Description:
- Composition:
A liquid fertilizer (homogeneous suspension).
Contains phosphorous compound and
magnesium compound.
3. Hazardous Identification
- Possible Hazards:
-- Potential health effects:
This product is corrosive. Dangerous if
ingested. May cause serious irritation to eyes,
skin and airways.
If accidentally ingested, it may cause nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, fainting, burns or irritation in
the mouth, throat, esophagus and
gastrointestinal tract.
4. First Aid Measures
- General Advice:
- Skin Contact:
- Eye Contact:
Avoid contact with the product when helping the
victim. Keep the victim at rest and warm, and
take him/her to a doctor with the packaging and
label of the product.
Take off any contaminated clothing. Wash skin
with soap or mild detergent and plenty of water
for 15 to 20 minutes. Seek medical attention if
any reaction or adverse effects are noticed.
Wash clothing before re-use.
Rinse slowly and gently with water for 15 to 20
minutes. Do not rub or keep eyes closed.
Remove contact lenses (if present), after the
first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Seek
immediate medical attention.
- Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs
spontaneously, do not avoid. Make sure there is
not risk of suffocation. Seek immediate medical
attention.
Remove victim to fresh air. If the patient is not
breathing, call an ambulance and start
administering artificial respiration, preferably
with oxygen through a suitable device, if
possible. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do
not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Keep the
person at rest and warm. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation:
5. Fire Fighting Measures
- Type of Material:
- Extinguishing Media:
- Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Non-combustible liquid, not considered to be a
fire hazard.
In case of fire use chemical powder, carbon
dioxide or water mist, with the wind on your
back to avoid intoxication. In the event of a fire,
the appropriate personal protective equipment
should be worn.
Irritating or poisonous vapours, mists or toxic
gasses (e.g. phosphorous oxides, phosphine,
carbon monoxide, ammonia and carbon
dioxide) under fire conditions.
6. Accidental Release Measures
- Environmental Precautions:
- Personal Precautions:
- Destruction and Clean Up:
All work practices must be aimed at preventing
environmental contamination. Do not apply
directly to water, and avoid application where
runoff may occur. Because of its nutritional
nature, this product may cause eutrophication if
discharged into water bodies.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the
form of safety goggles, chemical-resistant
gloves, long-sleeved shirt and long pants, shoes
and socks and a chemical-resistant apron and a
mask for respiratory protection are
recommended.
Small Spills: Use non-combustible material like
vermiculite, sand or earth to soak up the
substance and put in a suitable container for
reclamation or disposal. Large Spills: Dyke far
ahead of liquid spills for later disposal. Absorb
spilled liquid with suitable absorbent materials.
Following product recovery, flush the area with
water. Place all spill residues in an appropriate
container and dispose of in accordance with
local regulations.
7. Handling and Storage
- Handling:
Ensure adequate ventilation when handling.
Respiratory protection is recommended. Wash
hands thoroughly after handling. Do not get in
eyes, on skin or clothing. Do not ingest or
inhale. Observe all warnings and precautions
listed for the product.
Stored under cool 10 and 25oC, dry conditions
(preferably 15oC). Keep in a tightly closed
container in a shaded, well-ventilated area,
away from heat, sparks and other sources of
ignition. Protect against physical damage. Do
not contaminate water, food, or feed. Keep out
of reach of children.
N/A
- Storage:
- Incompatible Materials:
8. Exposure Control/Personal Protective Equipment
- Technical Measures/precautions:
- Personal Protection:
Respiratory Protection:
Hand Protection:
Eye Protection:
Skin Protection:
Hygiene recommendations:
Adequate ventilation. Local exhaust should be
used if needed for safe, comfortable working
conditions.
Respiratory protection is recommended.
Inhalation may cause risk of pulmonary
aspiration.
This product may cause skin irritation in some
individuals. It is recommended that gloves be
worn as a precaution during handling.
The product may cause slight eye irritation.
Safety goggles and / or full face shield are
recommended where splashing is possible.
Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench
facilities in work area.
This product may cause skin irritation/allergic
reactions in some individuals. Overalls are
recommended to avoid any such reactions.
Wash hands after contact with the product.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
- Physical State:
- Colour:
- Odour:
- Solubility:
- Vapour Pressure:
- Superior/inferior explosivity limits:
- Flash Point:
- Density:
Liquid (homogeneous suspension)
Yellow
Characteristic odour
Water soluble
N/A
N/A
N/A
1.35 g/mL
- pH:
- Other:
0-1
Specific temperatures or temperature zones in
which changes of physical state can occur – Not
applicable due to the nature usage of the
product.
10. Stability and Reactivity
- Reactivity:
- Hazardous decomposition products:
- Materials to avoid:
- Conditions to avoid:
Stable at room temperature and in the air.
It can decompose at high temperatures.
Phosphine, oxides of phosphorous, carbon
monoxide, ammonia and carbon dioxide.
Highly alkaline compounds, strong oxidizing and
reducing agents.
N/A
11. Toxological Information
PHOSPHORUS COMPOUND

Land Ecotoxicity - Vertebrates
LD50 rats (Oral): 1500 mg/kg

Land Ecotoxicity – Plants
Not found in the literature.

Land Ecotoxicity – Microorganisms
Not found in the literature.

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Fish
CL50 Bracchydanio rerio 48 hours > 9784 mg/L

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Invertebrates
Not found in the literature.

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Algae
Not found in the literature.

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Microorganisms
CE 0 activated sludge 3 hours > 10g/L
MAGNESIUM COMPOUND

Land Ecotoxicity - Vertebrates
DL 50 rats (via oral) = 2800 mg/kg
DL 50 mice (oral) = 4700 mg/kg
DL 50 mice (via intraperitoneal) = 342 mg/kg
DL 50 mice (intravenously): 14mg/kg

Land Ecotoxicity - Plants
Not found in the literature.

Land Ecotoxicity – Microorganisms
Dosage that produces mutation in microorganisms = 8000ppm (without metabolic
activation)

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Fish
Not found in the literature.

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Invertebrates
Not found in the literature.

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Algae
Not found in the literature.

Aquatic Ecotoxicity - Protozoans
Not found in the literature.
12. Ecological Information
This product is not toxic to the environment, if used correctly, according to the instructions on
this MSDS and product label.
13. Disposal Considerations
Contaminated absorbents, surplus product (in diluted form), etc., should be buried in
approved landfill. Comply with any local legislation applying to waste disposal. Whatever
cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be handled as hazardous waste and sent
to an approved waste facility. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with
local requirements. The product may safely be disposed of by qualified local specialist
companies.
14. Transportation Data
- Shipping Name:
- Hazard Class:
- UN No.:
- Packaging Group:
Phosphorous acid
8
UN2834
III
15. Regulations
- EEC Classification:
- Hazardous Symbols:
- Safety – Phrase:
Adopted classification system: European
Community. Guideline 67/548/EEC and
Guideline1999/45/EC.
R22 – Dangerous if ingested.
R35 – Causes burns.
R36/37/38 – Irritating to eyes, airways and skin.
R48 – Risk of severe effects to the health in
case of prolonged exposure.
R52 – Dangerous to aquatic organisims.
S2 – Keep out of reach of children.
S9 – Keep the recipient in a well-ventilated
place.
- National Regulations:
S16 – Keep away from any flame or ignition
source – Do not smoke.
S24/25 – Avoid contact with the skin and eyes
S26 – In case of contact with the eyes, wash
them immediately with water. Consult a doctor.
S36/37/39 – Wear gloves and appropriate
protection outfit, as well as protection for the
face.
S49 – Keep it only in the original recipient.
National Road Traffic Act (Act 93 of 1996);
Fire Brigade Service Act (Act 99 of 1987);
Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of
1993).
- Other Regulations:
None
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.
Contact Person:
Mr. Jonathan Etherington
Contact Number:
+27 82 924 8428