MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET In compliance with European Regulation (EC) no.

1907/2006 (REACH)
Trade name: Bacteria solution BactoPond Date: 2012 Version: 1

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY ___________________________________________________________________________ 1.1 Identification of the preparation: 1.2 Use of the preparation: Bacteria solution BactoPond Liquid formulation of non pathogenic viable bacterial cultures to transform ammonia in ponds. It contains different strains of bacterias with nitrifying activity. All strains belong to Group 1, BiostoffV., as defined by EU. biodetox GmbH Feldstrasse 2 31708 Ahnsen Germany Tel.: 0 57 22 2 86 69 - 0 Fax: 0 57 22 2 86 69 - 10 E-Mail: info@biodetox.de 0 57 22 2 86 69 0

1.3 Company:

1.4 Emergency contact:

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ___________________________________________________________________________ 2.1 Health Hazard (inhalation, ingestion, contact with skin or eyes):

The preparation is not classified as dangerous (EU Council Directive 1999/45/EEC). Soluble in water. The preparation is not classified as dangerous for environment (EU Council Directive 1999/45/EEC).

2.2 Environmental Hazard:

3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ___________________________________________________________________________ Preparation containing viable non pathogenic bacteria of Group 1 with nitrifying activity to reduce NH4 and NO2.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET In compliance with European Regulation (EC) no. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Trade name: Bacteria solution BactoPond Date: 2012 Version: 1

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES ___________________________________________________________________________

4.1 Inhalation:

Remove victim to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur. Rinse thoroughly with water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops. Contact with open wounds should be avoided. Organisms used are non pathogenic but can cause infection. Rinse thoroughly with water. Seek medical advice in the case of persistent eye irritation. Drink fluids to dilute. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.

4.2 Skin:

4.3 Eyes contact:

4.4 Ingestion:

5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ___________________________________________________________________________ 5.1 Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide extinguishers None non flammable product Full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus

5.2 Extinguishing Media not to be used: 5.3 Specific Exposure Hazards: 5.4 Protective Equipment for Firefighters:

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ___________________________________________________________________________ 6.1 Personal Precautions: Evacuate personnel. Wear appropriate protective clothing (see section 8). It is not anticipated to be hazardous for the environment. Contain liquid when possible to prevent further contamination of soil, surface water and ground water. Absorb spillages with a suitable inert material (e.g. sand or soil) or vacuum pump. Transfer the spillage to waste containers labelled in the same way as the original containers. Clean the spillage area with water and detergent.

6.2 Environmental Precautions:

6.3 Methods for Cleaning Up:

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET In compliance with European Regulation (EC) no. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Trade name: Bacteria solution BactoPond Date: 2012 Version: 1

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE ___________________________________________________________________________ 7.1 Handling: Precautions:

The substance should be handled under conditions of good industrial hygiene and in conformity with any local regulations. The use of gloves is recommended to reduce exposure to the preparation.

Technical Measures:

7.2 Storage: Specific design for storage rooms or vessels: Incompatible Materials: Conditions of Storage:

None Do not store in metallic containers. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Keep containers tightly closed when not in use. Avoid temperatures below 6 and above 30 to C C preserve biological stability. Avoid freezing temperatures. Empty packaging can be recycled.

Packaging Materials:

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ___________________________________________________________________________ 8.1 Exposure limits: 8.2 Professional exposure control: Personal Protective Equipment: The user as part of a formal exposure risk assessment should decide upon the provision of personal protective equipment and the need to provide engineering control measures. Based upon the available toxicological information the protective measures described below should be regarded as a minimum. No special ventilation is usually necessary. The use of a vapour mask to a minimum standard of EN405 FFP1 is recommended. Avoid skin contact, protective gloves to Standard EN374 should be provided. None

Respiratory Protection:

Hand Protection:

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET In compliance with European Regulation (EC) no. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Trade name: Bacteria solution BactoPond Date: 2012 Version: 1

Eye Protection:

Eye protection should be used when handling the

preparation. The protection should be capable of giving chemical protection as classified in EN166.

Skin Protection:

Avoid skin contact. It is recommended to wear protective clothing as classified by Standard EN 13034 (type6). Engineering controls are recommended to reduce exposure to the preparation.

Engineering Measures:

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ___________________________________________________________________________ Physical state: Color: Odour: pH: Boiling Point/Boiling Range: Melting Point/Melting Range: Flash Point: Flammability (Solid, Gas): Autoflammability: Explosive Properties: Oxidising Properties: Vapour Pressure: Relative Density: Solubility liquid none Odorless 6.5-8.5 100 C Not applicable Not determined Not applicable Not determined not explosive Not determined Equivalent to water approx 1 @ 25 C - Water solubility: 100% (aqueous product) - Fat solubility: Not determined Partition coefficient n-octanol/water: Not determined Other Data: None available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ___________________________________________________________________________ 10.1 Conditions to Avoid: Excessive temperature variations, below 6 or C above 30 C None. Do not store in metallic containers.

10.2 Materials to Avoid:

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET In compliance with European Regulation (EC) no. 1907/2006 (REACH)
Trade name: Bacteria solution BactoPond Date: 2012 Version: 1

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ___________________________________________________________________________ 11.1 Acute toxic effects 11.1.1 Ingestion, LD50 Rat oral (mg/kg): 11.1.2 Inhalation, LC50 Rat inhalation (mg/l/4h): 11.1.3 Skin, LD50 Rat dermal (mg/kg): 11.1.4 Eye irritation: 11.2 Chronic toxic effects 11.2.1 Sensitisation:

Not determined Not determined Not determined Not determined

Not determined

The product is formulated using a range of microorganisms specially selected from the natural environment. The microorganisms are known to be non-pathogenic to humans, animals or plants. All strains belong to Group 1, BiostoffV. Contact with open wounds should be avoid.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ___________________________________________________________________________ 12.1 Mobility: This preparation has high water solubility. Therefore it is likely to distribute predominantly to the aqueous environment. The preparation is expected to biodegrade rapidly. Not anticipated to bioaccumulate due to high water solubility. The preparation is not anticipated to pose any environmental hazard.

12.2 Biodegradability: 12.3 Accumulation:

12.4 Ecotoxicity:

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ___________________________________________________________________________ 13.1 Waste from Residues: Dispose of by landfill or to drain in accordance with local regulations. Dispose of by incineration or landfill in accordance with local regulations.

13.2 Contaminated Packaging:

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Trade name: Bacteria solution BactoPond Date: 2012 Version: 1

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION ___________________________________________________________________________ International Regulations: Land: Not applicable. Inland waterways: Not applicable. Sea: Not applicable. Air: Not applicable. None Any relevant local regulations concerning transport should be observed.

UN classification number: Local Regulations:

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION ___________________________________________________________________________ EC Regulations: The preparation is not classified as dangerous (EU Council Directive 67/548/EEC (Annex VI of Directive 2001/59/EC) and 1999/45/EC).

Classification proposal: Symbols: R-phrases: S-phrases:

None None None

Microbial Classification: The preparation is not hazardous according to the requirements of Council Directive 2000/54/EEC. All the bacteria contained in this preparation belong to Group 1. Group 1 biological agent are unlikely to cause human disease. Local Regulations: Any relevant local regulations should be observed.

16. OTHER INFORMATION ___________________________________________________________________________ The information provided is based on knowledge currently available to biodetox GmbH. No known relevant data has been omitted from this data sheet and the information provided is designed to enable the user to use the product safely. biodetox GmbH will be pleased to give further advice and assistance, but customers must satisfy themselves (by appropriate testing if necessary) that the product is suitable for their purposes and conditions of use and that their facilities are suitable for handling or using the product. However, since actual use of the product is beyond our control, biodetox GmbH cannot accept liability for any loss, injury or damage that may have resulted from use of this product.