Zinc sulphate. Safety Data Sheet SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION SECTION 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION. Other Means of Identification. Zinc sulphate monohydrate

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1 Safety Data Sheet Zinc sulphate SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION Product Identifier Other Means of Identification Product Family Recommended Use Restrictions on Use Manufacturer Supplier Identifier Emergency Phone No. SDS No. Zinc sulphate Zinc sulphate monohydrate SECTION 2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Micronutrient Animal feeds and used as a fertilizer micronutrient. Must not be used as a pest control product. Pestell Minerals & Ingredients, 141 Hamilton Road, New Hamburg, ON, N3A 2H1, Kemika XX1 Inc., TerraLink Horticulture Inc., 464 Riverside Road, Abbotsford, BC, V2S 7M1, CANUTEC, In the event of an emergency involving dangerous goods, call or *666 on a cellular phone Classified according to Canada's Hazardous Products Regulations (WHMIS 2015) and the US Hazard Communication Standard (HCS 2012). Classification Acute toxicity (Oral) - Category 4; Serious eye damage - Category 1; Aquatic hazard (Acute) - Category 1; Aquatic hazard (Chronic) - Category 1 Label Elements Signal Word: Danger Hazard Statement(s): Harmful if swallowed. Causes serious eye damage. Precautionary Statement(s): Wash hands and skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTRE or doctor if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations. Other Hazards Page 01 of 07

2 SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Chemical Name CAS No. % Other Identifiers Other Names Sulfuric acid, zinc salt (1:1), monohydrate Zinc sulphate monohydrate SECTION 4. FIRST-AID MEASURES First-aid Measures Inhalation Move victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration ONLY if breathing has stopped, assist breathing with oxygen. Obtain medical assistance if necessary. Skin Contact Thoroughly wash the affected area with mild soap and water for fifteen (15) minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. Eye Contact Rinse the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 15 minutes. If wearing contact lens(es), remove after 5 minutes and continue rinsing for at least 10 minutes if eye irritation persists, get medical advice or attention. Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Do not attempt to give anything by mouth to unconscious victim. If victim is alert and not convulsing, rinse mouth and give water to dilute material. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, have victim lean forward with head down to avoid breathing in vomit, rinse mouth. Obtain medical attention immediately. Get medical advice or attention if you feel unwell or are concerned. First-aid Comments Treat symptomatically. Most Important Symptoms and Effects, Acute and Delayed Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Target Organs Special Instructions. Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure SECTION 5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES Extinguishing Media Suitable Extinguishing Media Not combustible. Use extinguishing agent suitable for surrounding fire. Unsuitable Extinguishing Media. Specific Hazards Arising from the Product Closed containers may rupture violently when heated releasing contents. Sulphur dioxide and/or sulphur trioxide. Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Fire-fighters Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full Date of Preparation: Date of Last Revision: March 02, 2016 October 24, 2016 Page 02 of 07

3 Fire-fighters should wear appropriate protective equipment and self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) with a full face-piece operated in positive pressure mode. SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures Immediately contact emergency personnel. Keep unnecessary personnel away. Use suitable protective equipment. Environmental Precautions Avoid dispersal of spilled material and runoff and contact with soil, waterways, drains and sewers. Inform the relevant authorities if the product has caused environmental pollution (sewers, waterways, soil or air). Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up If emergency personnel are unavailable, vacuum or carefully scoop up spilled material and place in an appropriate container for disposal by incineration. Avoid creating dusty conditions and prevent wind dispersal. Other Information Report spills to local health, safety and environmental authorities, as required. SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Precautions for Safe Handling Avoid breathing in this product. Prevent skin contact. Do not get in eyes. Do not swallow. Avoid generating dusts. Conditions for Safe Storage Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Control Parameters Not available. Appropriate Engineering Controls General ventilation is usually adequate. Do not allow product to accumulate in the air in work or storage areas, or in confined spaces. Use local exhaust ventilation and enclosure, if necessary, to control amount in the air. Individual Protection Measures Eye/Face Protection Wear chemical safety goggles. Skin Protection Wear chemical protective clothing e.g. gloves, aprons, boots. Respiratory Protection If airborne concentration is high, use an appropriate respirator or dust mask. Refer to the OSHA Respirator Standard 29 CFR for proper selection and use of personal respirators. SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Basic Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance Cloudy white. Odour Odourless Odour Threshold ph 4.0 (5% solution) Melting Point/Freezing Point (melting); (freezing) Initial Boiling Point/Range Flash Point Evaporation Rate Flammability (solid, gas) Upper/Lower Flammability or (upper); (lower) Page 03 of 07

4 Upper/Lower Flammability or (upper); (lower) Explosive Limit Vapour Pressure Vapour Density (air = 1) Relative Density (water = 1) 2.5 Solubility 35 g/100 ml (Soluble (more than g/100 ml)) in water; Not available (in other liquids) Partition Coefficient, n-octanol/water (Log Kow) Auto-ignition Temperature Decomposition Temperature > 500 ºC (932 ºF) Viscosity (kinematic); (dynamic) Other Information Physical State Solid Molecular Weight SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity Not reactive under normal conditions of use. Chemical Stability Normally stable. Hygroscopic. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions Conditions to Avoid High temperatures. Incompatible Materials Reacts violently with: strong bases (e.g. sodium hydroxide). No specific information was located. Hazardous Decomposition Products SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Likely Routes of Exposure Inhalation; skin contact; eye contact; ingestion. Acute Toxicity LC50: LD50 (dermal): Skin Corrosion/Irritation Human experience and animal tests show mild irritation. Serious Eye Damage/Irritation Human experience and animal tests show serious eye irritation. STOT (Specific Target Organ Toxicity) - Single Exposure Inhalation May be harmful based on human experience. Skin Absorption Not expected to be absorbed. Ingestion Date of Preparation: Date of Last Revision: March 02, 2016 October 24, 2016 Page 04 of 07

5 Ingestion May be harmful based on human experience and animal tests. Aspiration Hazard Not known to be an aspiration hazard. STOT (Specific Target Organ Toxicity) - Repeated Exposure If inhaled: irritation of the respiratory system. May cause respiratory tract injury. If swallowed: in severe cases, symptoms may include fatigue, increased or decreased urination, nausea, and vomiting. Respiratory and/or Skin Sensitization Not a skin sensitizer. Not known to be a respiratory sensitizer. Carcinogenicity Not known to cause cancer. Key to Abbreviations ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists. IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer. NTP = National Toxicology Program. OSHA = US Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Reproductive Toxicity Development of Offspring Not known to harm the unborn child. Sexual Function and Fertility Effects on or via Lactation Germ Cell Mutagenicity Interactive Effects SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity Very toxic to aquatic life, Aquatic environment. Acute Aquatic Toxicity Chemical Name LC50 Fish EC50 Crustacea Sulfuric acid, zinc salt (1:1), monohydrate Persistence and Degradability Bioaccumulative Potential This product or its degradation products are expected to bioaccumulate. Mobility in Soil Other Adverse Effects There is no information available. 1.7 mg/l (Poecilia reticulata; 96-hour) 0.56 mg/l (Daphnia magna (water flea); 48-hour) ErC50 Aquatic Plants ErC50 Algae SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal Methods Recycle and reuse product, if possible. Dispose of according to local, provincial and federal government requirements. Page 05 of 07

6 SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Regulation UN No. Proper Shipping Name Transport Hazard Class(es) Packing Group US DOT US DOT 3077 Zinc sulphate (hydros) mono-, hexa- and hepta hydrate (Sulfuric acid, zinc salt (1:1), monohydrate) 3077 Zinc sulphate (hydros) mono-, hexa- and hepta hydrate (Sulfuric acid, zinc salt (1:1), monohydrate) Special Precautions Transport in Bulk According to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code Other Information Note: Material is restricted only if packaged size exceeds 50 KG. 9 III 9 III SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION Safety, Health and Environmental Regulations Canada WHMIS 1988 Classification D2B - Toxic (Eye irritant) Domestic Substances List (DSL) / Non-Domestic Substances List (NDSL) All ingredients are listed on the DSL or are not required to be listed. CEPA - National Pollutant Release Inventory (NPRI) Not specifically listed. USA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 8(b) Not specifically listed. SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION NFPA Rating Health - 2 Flammability - 0 Instability - 2 SDS Prepared By Regulatory and Technical Resources Phone No Date of Preparation March 02, 2016 Date of Last Revision October 24, 2016 Revision Indicators New The following SDS content was changed on October 24, 2016: SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION; Acute Aquatic Toxicity. Key to Abbreviations ACGIH = American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists AIHA = AIHA Guideline Foundation HSDB = Hazardous Substances Data Bank IARC = International Agency for Research on Cancer NFPA = National Fire Protection Association NIOSH = National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NTP = National Toxicology Program OSHA = US Occupational Safety and Health Administration RTECS = Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances References CHEMINFO database. Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). HSDB database. US National Library of Medicine. Available from Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS ) database. Dassault Systèmes/BIOVIA ( BIOVIA ). Available from Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS). Disclaimer Terralink Horticulture Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith, but makes no Date of Preparation: Date of Last Revision: March 02, 2016 October 24, 2016 Page 06 of 07

7 Disclaimer Terralink Horticulture Inc. provides the information contained herein in good faith, but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. TERRALINK HORTICULTURE INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, TERRALINK HORTICULTURE INC. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION. Page 07 of 07