MSDS
Safety Data Sheet
Latest Revision: 10 March 2015
Section 1 – Identification of the Substance/Preparation and Company
Product Name: Roots PHC Tree Saver
Chemical Identity: Product is a blend of natural humates (derived from Leonardite mineral) with
beneficial bacteria and mycorrhizal fungi, both in spore form. Bacteria and fungi in this product are
naturally-occurring, and have not been genetically modified. (Biosafety Level 1, Non-GMO). Also
included is a polyacrylate that absorbs water, and formononetin, a phytoestrogenic stimulant of
mycorrhizal fungi.
Company:
Lebanon Seaboard Corporation
1600 E. Cumberland Street
Lebanon, PA 17042 USA
Tel: 800-233-0628
(717-273-1685)
Emergency telephone numbers: Chemtrec (Spill) 1-800-424-9300 Prosar (Health) 888-208-1368
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Section 2 – Hazards Identification
No reportable quantities of hazardous ingredients are present.
No toxic chemicals are present subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of Title III and of 40
CFR 372.
OSHA Signal Word: None. Symbol None:
Hazard Statement: Keep out of reach of children.
Section 3 – Composition/Information on Ingredients
Potentially Hazardous Components
Ingredient
CAS#
%
OSHA PEL
ACGIH TLV
Humate
68514-28-3
16.3
-
-
Potassium polyacrylate, crosslinked
25608-12-2
33
-
-
Mycorrhizal Fungi spores
-
0.5
-
-
Formononetin
485-72-3
0.007
-
-
Beneficial bacteria
68038-70-0
<0.001
-
-
Nonhazardous amendments and fillers
-
balance
-
-
Nuisance dust; Total
-
-
5 mg/m
3
3 mg/m
3
Nuisance dust; Respirable
-
-
15 mg/m
3
10 mg/m
3
Other: Product becomes very slippery when wet.
Section 4 – First Aid Measures
The bacteria in this product are not typically associated with disease or infection under normal
circumstances (Biosafety Level 1). However, normal hygiene practices are in order.
Skin: Wash affected area with soap and water. If material contacts open wounds, wash affected area and
treat with an approved antiseptic. Watch for allergic reaction or infection (unlikely).
Eyes: If material gets into eyes, rinse eyes with gentle flowing water for a few minutes, or until relief
occurs. Watch for allergic reaction or infection (unlikely). Some ingredients can be abrasive. See





