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Health Effects
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From MSDS
Summary of Risks
Causes eye irritation.
Urea is moderately toxic by ingestion. It may cause headache, nausea, and vomiting. Other possible effects are disorientation, nervousness, hypotension, hyperthermia, and cardiac effects.
Direct contact with uncoated fertilizer may irritate eyes and skin. Inhalation of dust may irritate nose, throat, and lungs although product coating makes this unlikely.
Medical conditions which may be aggravated by contact: Skin abrasions and sores. Inhalation of dust may aggravate asthma.
Target Organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, and central nervous system.
Primary Entry Route(s): Ingestion, inhalation.
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From MSDS
A study of 67 workers in an environment with high airborne concentrations of urea found a high incidence of protein metabolism disturbances, moderate emphysema, and chronic weight loss.
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From MSDS
Ingredients Listed as a Carcinogen
IARC Monographs: No
NTP: No
OSHA: No
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From MSDS
Eyes: If in eyes, flush with water for 15 minutes holding eyelids open. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. Have conscious person drink 1 to 2 glasses of water, then induce repeated vomiting until vomit is clear. Call physician.
Skin: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Treat symptomatically.
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Handling/Disposal
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From MSDS
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage
Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible materials and heat sources. Store away from feed and foodstuffs, as well as household cleaning products. Wash hands with soap and water after handling product. Keep out of reach of children.
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From MSDS
Waste Management/Disposal
Apply as fertilizer to field. If product is contaminated, dispose of in an approved landfill disposal facility, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
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Ingredients from MSDS/Label
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| Chemical | CAS No / Unique ID | Percent |
| Urea | 000057-13-6 | |
| Sulfur | 007704-34-9 | |
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