ARM U™ 18% NBPT

ARM U™ is an NBPT based fertilizer additive that allows plants to absorb a greater amount of nitrogen which otherwise disappears too quickly through conversion to ammonia gas.

Category: Nitrogen Stabilizers

Description

ARM U™ is an NBPT based fertilizer additive that allows plants to absorb and utilize nitrogen efficiently, which otherwise disappears too quickly through conversion to ammonia gas.

When to Use

Whenever urea or UAN fertilizer is applied to soil.

Benefits

Nitrogen is essential for plant life and growth and is therefore a component of many fertilizers. However, up to 50% of the nitrogen applied as soil fertilizer is unavailable to plants because it is quickly converted to ammonia gas and released into the atmosphere. ARM U™ inhibits this enzymatic process, allowing nitrogen to be absorbed through the plant roots.

Unlike other NBPT formulations, ARM U™ is patented and an improved formulation that contains polymers (spreader molecules) that increase NBPT’s binding rates to urease enzyme leading to improved NBPT activity. This increased activity enables a lower active ingredient and a lower use rate. In addition, ARM U™ is formulated to have a high buffering capacity to keep the solution pH below 7 and to protect and fully utilize the nitrogen present in the NBPT molecule.

For the best results, use the complete line of recommended Active AgriScience™ products for your crop.

Wheat: Active Prime™, Active Build™, Active Complete™, Proform N™, Active Konnect™, Micronutrients as needed.
Corn, Hops: Active Prime, Active Build, Active Flower™, Active Complete, Proform N, Micronutrients as needed.
Canola, Soybean, Pulses, Tomatoes, Vegetables: Active Prime, Active Build, Active Flower, Proform N, Active Konnect, Micronutrients as needed.
Tree Fruit, Tree Nuts: Active Build, Active Flower, Active Complete, Proform N, Active Konnect, Micronutrients as needed.
Berries: Active Build, Active Flower, Proform N, Active Konnect, Micronutrients as needed.

How it Works

ARM U contains N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT), which inhibits the urease enzyme activity that produces ammonia gas. By stopping nearly 96% of the volatilization loss, plants have the opportunity to absorb and utilize the nitrogen necessary for photosynthesis and production of protein.

While Active AgriScience stands behind the quality of our products (see guarantee below), Active AgriScience cannot guarantee the same, or similar, yield results due the effects of variables outside of our control (soil conditions, weather, pests, diseases, tank mix partners, application rates, and errors in mixing and application). We encourage all prospective customers to run trials of our products before broad acreage adoption.

Active AgriScience 100% guarantees the quality of its products with a 15-month free replace warranty*. To aid consumers to make informed purchasing decisions all Yield Data posted on our Website and App is from Certified 3rd Party Tests.

*Improper use and/or storage, as per label instructions, voids the warranty. Product must be stored out of direct sun light within a temperature range of 5 – 35°C. Warranty is limited to the cost of the product and may be satisfied by free replacement of defective product, a credit note or refund (at the discretion of Active AgriScience Inc).

18% NBPT

UREASE INHIBITOR

A liquid fertilizer additive that controls ammonia volatilization from urea and urea ammonium nitrate (UAN) fertilizers.

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 18% N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT).

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: (82%) [N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP), propylene glycol, emulsifier, preservative, dye]

READ THE ENTIRE LABEL BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT.

BLENDING INSTRUCTIONS:

Blending into UREA-AMMONIUM NITRATE (UAN) SOLUTIONS: Use 1.2 L ARM U™/ 1000 kg UAN solution. Fill spray tank with half the desired amount of UAN, Measure the recommended quantity of Arm U™ and add to the tank. Mix well. Add other products at this stage, if needed. Add the second half of the UAN solution. Continue mixing until well blended.

Blending into UREA: Use 2 L ARM U™/1000 kg Urea. For uniform blending, use a blender with impregnation equipment. Weigh the urea and transfer to blender. Add the required amount of ARM U to the urea in the blender. Blend until the ARM U™ is uniformly mixed into the urea. Do not add any other fertilizer materials until ARM U™ is thoroughly distributed. If mixture appears wet or sticky, a drying agent may be added at this time.

NOTE: Density=9 lb per gallon (1.07 grams / cubic centimeter) at 20°C.

GUARANTEED MINIMUM ANALYSIS:

N-(n-butyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT): 18%

DANGER HAZARD STATEMENTS:CAUSES SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY IRRITATION. MAY DAMAGE FERTILITY OR THE UNBORN CHILD.

Registration number 2021856S Fertilizers Act

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS: Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear chemical resistant gloves, coveralls, goggles and face protection. Change gloves frequently. Wear air supplied respirator where airborne concentrations exceed recommended exposure limits or are unknown. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash up thoroughly before eating, drinking, smoking and leaving work. Keep livestock off treated areas until after 14 days or 2.5 cm of rainfall has accumulated.

FIRST AID: IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE / doctor. IF ON SKIN: Immediately take off all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water (or shower). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Seek immediate medical attention. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE / doctor. IF IN EYES: Immediately flush eyes with a gentle stream of water for 15 minutes while holding the upper and lower eyelids open. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Seek immediate medical attention.

STORAGE: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Store locked up in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from food or feed storage. DO NOT FREEZE.

DISPOSAL: Dispose of this product and its container in accordance with Federal, Provincial, and Local regulations.

FOR CHEMICAL EMERGENCY: Call +1 877-715-9305 and refer to SDS.

WARRANTY AND CONDITIONS OF SALE: Manufacturer warrants that this material conforms to the chemical description hereon and is reasonably fit for use as directed. No other warranty is made, either expressed or implied.

made in canada

For Product Inquiries call 1-639-398-0485 or visit activeagriscience.com.
Manufactured by Active AgriScience Inc.: 3422 Millar Avenue, Saskatoon, SK S7K 5Y7, Canada

Active AgriScience Inc. DISCLAIMER: Please read this limitation carefully as it impacts your legal rights. It is understood and agreed that Active AgriScience Inc. (“Active”) does not guarantee that use of this Product will yield any specific results. Active’s legal liability, and that of its employees or agents, arising from use of this product shall be limited to the cost paid for the product regardless of whether any loss arose from Active’s own negligence or breach of contract or any other cause. Under no circumstances shall Active be liable, beyond the cost paid for the product, for direct, consequential, incidental, or special damages, including, but not limited to, damage or destruction of a crop, reduced yield from any crop, or contamination of any property. Use or sale of this product confirms acceptance of this limitation of legal liability.

Independent 3rd Party Yield Data

CANOLA • UREA – ARM U, SPRING APPLIED *

bu/acre

Urea + ARM U™

+13.6 bu/acre

N loss reduction
67%

TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
BARE SOIL	0.4		880	13.2
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UREA	15.0		1646	24.6
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UREA + ARM U	4.9	67.0	1793	26.8	8.9
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UREA + COMPETITOR	6.7	55.0	1611	24.1	-2.1

CANOLA • UAN – ARM U, FALL APPLIED *

bu/acre

UAN + ARM U™

+11.3 bu/acre

N loss reduction
81%

TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
BARE SOIL	0		880	13.2
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UAN	6.5		1339	20.0
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UAN + ARM U	1.2	81.0	1636	24.5	22.2

WHEAT • UREA – ARM U, FALL APPLIED *

bu/acre

Urea + ARM U™

+16.2 bu/acre

N loss reduction
81%

TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
BARE SOIL	0		787	11.8
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UREA	15.1		1520	22.7
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UREA + ARM U	2.9	81.0	1871	28.0	23.1
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UREA + COMPETITOR	2.1	86.0	1564	23.4	2.9

WHEAT • UAN – ARM U, FALL APPLIED *

bu/acre

UAN + ARM U™

+31.8 bu/acre

N loss reduction
74%

TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
BARE SOIL	0		1710	25.6
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UAN	9.0		3400	50.9
TREATMENT	TOTAL NH₃ LOSS (kg N/ha)	% REDUCTION	GRAIN YIELD (kg/ha)	GRAIN YIELD (bu/acre)	% CHANGE
UAN + ARM U	2.4	74.0	3838	57.4	12.9

*3^rd party field research conducted by the University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg.

Compatibility

Compatible with urea, urea ammonium nitrate and other urea based fertilizers.

Safety Data Sheet

SECTION 1 – CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER	ARM U 18% NBPT
PRODUCT USE	Liquid nitrogen stabilizer for urea/UAN fertilizers
MANUFACTURERS NAME	Active AgriScience Inc.
ADDRESS	3422 Millar Avenue Saskatoon S7K 5Y7 Saskatchewan, Canada
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE	+1 877-715-9305
DATE	July 14, 2021
PREPARED BY	Active AgriScience Inc.
USE RESTRICTIONS	For professional use only. Use only as labeled.

SECTION 2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
GHS CLASSIFICATION
HPR (WHMIS 2015)	Eye Damage / Irritation: Category 1 Skin Corrosion / Irritation: Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT); Single exposure: Category 3 (respiratory irritation) Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT); Single exposure: Category 2 (kidneys) Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)	Eye Damage / Irritation: Category 1 Skin Corrosion / Irritation: Category 2 Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT); Single exposure: Category 3 (respiratory irritation) Specific Target Organ Toxicity (STOT); Single exposure: Category 2 (kidneys) Reproductive toxicity: Category 1B
DANGER	HAZARD STATEMENTS: CAUSES SERIOUS EYE DAMAGE. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY IRRITATION. MAY DAMAGE FERTILITY OR THE UNBORN CHILD. PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS: Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear chemical resistant gloves, coveralls, goggles and face protection. Change gloves frequently. Wear air supplied respirator where airborne concentrations exceed recommended exposure limits or are unknown. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash up thoroughly before eating, drinking, smoking and leaving work. Keep livestock off treated areas until after 14 days or 2.5 cm of rainfall has accumulated. FIRST AID: *IF SWALLOWED:* Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE / doctor. *IF ON SKIN:* Immediately take off all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water (or shower). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Seek immediate medical attention. *IF INHALED:* Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE / doctor. *IF IN EYES:* Immediately flush eyes with a gentle stream of water for 15 minutes while holding the upper and lower eyelids open. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Seek immediate medical attention. STORAGE: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Store locked up in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from food or feed storage. DO NOT FREEZE. DISPOSAL: Dispose of this product and its container in accordance with Federal, Provincial, and Local regulations.

SECTION 3 – COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENTS	CAS#	CONCENTRATION
N-(n-Butyl)-thiophosphoric triamide	94317-64-3	15-25%
Propylene glycol	57-55-6	30-50%
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone	872-50-4	30-70%
Ethylene glycol	107-21-1	30-50%

SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES
EYE CONTACT	Immediately flush eyes with a gentle stream of water for 15 minutes while holding the upper and lower eyelids open. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Seek immediate medical attention.
SKIN CONTACT	Immediately take off all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water (or shower). Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Seek immediate medical attention.
INHALATION	Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE / doctor.
INGESTION	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE/doctor.
Most Important Symptoms, both acute & delayed	Causes serious eye damage. Causes skin irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May damage fertility or the unborn child.

SECTION 5 – FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE	Product will not burn or support combustion.
MEANS OF EXTINCTION	Use extinguishing methods appropriate for the surrounding fire.
FLASHPOINT & METHOD	NAP
UPPER FLAMMABLE LIMIT	NAP
LOWER FLAMMABILITY LIMIT	NAP
AUTO IGNITION TEMPERATURE	NAP
SENSITIVITY TO IMPACT	NAP
SENSITIVITY TO STATIC DISCHARGE	NAP
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS	Toxic irritating and/or corrosive gases may be released during a fire: carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides.

SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
LEAK & SPILL PROCEDURES	Wear personal protective equipment outlined in SECTION 8. Ventilate area of spill. Avoid breathing mists. Contain spill then adsorb with inert material and place into suitable clean containers for later disposal. Do not release into drains or the environment.

SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING	Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not breathe mist/spray. Do not get in eyes, or skin. Wear personal protective equipment outlined in SECTION 8. Wash hands and other exposed areas before eating, drinking, smoking and when leaving work.
STORAGE	KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Store locked up in a cool, dry, well ventilated area away from food or feed storage. DO NOT FREEZE.

SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROL / PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS	Canada OEL: N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone: TWA 400 mg/m3 OSHA: Not available
ENGINEERING CONTROLS	Follow all label instructions. Follow manufacturers’ instructions for cleaning / maintaining personal protective equipment.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Skin	Wear chemical resistant gloves, coveralls and face protection when handling or applying this product. Change gloves frequently.
Eyes	Wear chemical resistant goggles when handling or applying this product.
Respirator	Wear air supplied respirator where airborne concentrations exceed recommended exposure limits or are unknown.

SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
PHYSICAL STATE	Liquid
COLOUR	Blue
BOILING POINT	NAV
EVAPORATION RATE	NAV
ODOUR	NAV
SOLUBILITY IN WATER	Miscible in water
APPEARANCE	Blue liquid
VISCOSITY	NAV
FREEZING POINT	NAV
SPECIFIC GRAVITY	1.05 – 1.1 g/cm³
pH	6.2 – 7.0
ODOUR THRESHHOLD	NAV

SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY	Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
INCOMPATIBLE WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES	Acids, strong reducing agents, strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSING PRODUCTS	Toxic irritating and/or corrosive gases may be released during a fire: carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides.

SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ACUTE TOXICITY	Acute Oral: Does not meet criteria. Acute Dermal: Does not meet criteria.
CHRONIC TOXICITY	Based on the available information, product does not meet criteria for chronic toxicity.
EYE / SKIN IRRITATION	Causes serious eye damage and skin irritation.
SENSITIZATION	Not available.
CARCINOGENICITY	No component of this product present at levels ≥ 0.1% is identified as a probable, possible, or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC, or ACGIH.
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY	May damage fertility or unborn child.
MUTAGENICITY	Not available.
Possible delayed effects	N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone: effects may be delayed. Animal studies show adverse effects to liver and kidneys.

SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ECO TOXICITY	Aquatic Toxicity
*N-(n-butyl)-thiophosphoric triamide*
Acute Toxicity	Algea
	Crustacea

	Fish
Test	EC₅₀
	EC₅₀
	LC₅₀
	LC₅₀
Species	Selenastrum capricornutum
	Daphnia magna
	Daphnia
	Lepomis macrochirus
Test Results	280 mg/l, 96 hours
	290 mg/l, 48 hours
	350 mg/l, 48 hours
	1140 mg/l, 96 hours
*N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (CAS 872-50-4)*
Acute Toxicity	Crustacea
	Algae
	Crustacea
	Fish
Test	LC₅₀
	EC₅₀
	EC₅₀
	LC₅₀
Species	Palaemonetes vulgaris
	Scenedesmus subspicatus
	Daphnia magna
	Oncorhynchus mykiss
Test Results	1107 mg/l, 96 hours
	> 500 mg/l, 72 hours
	> 1000 mg/l, 24 hours
	> 500 mg/l, 96 hours
Chronic Toxicity	Crustacea
Test	LC₅₀
Species	Daphnia magna
Test Results	25 mg/l, 21 days
*Propylene Glycol (CAS 57-55-6)*
Acute Toxicity	Crustacea
Test	LC₅₀
Species	Ceriodaphnia
Test Results	18340 mg/l, 48 hours
*Ethylene Glycol (CAS 107-21-1)*
Acute Toxicity	Fish
	Crustacea
	Algae
Test	LC₅₀
	EC₅₀
	ErC₅₀
Species	fish
	daphnia magna
	algae
Test Results	>72.860 mg/l, 96 hours
	>100 mg/l, 48 hours
	<13.000 mg/l, 96 hours
Chronic Toxicity


Test	LC₅₀
	EC₅₀
	NOEC
Species	aquatic invertebrates
	aquatic invertebrates
	aquatic invertebrates
Test Results	>1.500 mg/l, 28 days
	>15.000 mg/l, 21 days
	≥1.000 mg/l, 23 days
Persistence and Degradability	This product is not readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulation potential	Not available.
*Partition coefficient n-octanol / water (log Kow)*
N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (CAS 872-50-4)	-0.54
Propylene Glycol (CAS 57-55-6)	-0.92
Ethylene Glycol (CAS 107-21-1)	-1.36
Mobility in soil	Product is water soluble and may move through soil.

SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE DISPOSAL	Dispose of this product and its container in accordance with Federal, Provincial, and Local regulations. Do not allow this product to enter drains or drinking water sources.

SECTION 14 – TRANSPORT INFORMATION
SHIPPING	TDG: Not a dangerous good for transport. DOT: Not a dangerous good for transport. IATA: Not regulated as dangerous goods. IMDG: Not regulated as dangerous goods.

SECTION 15 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

This SDS is prepared to comply with the Global Harmonized System of Chemical Classification and Labeling (GHS) and conforms to the requirements of HPR (WHMIS 2015) & OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
US federal regulations: All components of this product are listed on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory.
N-(n-butyl)-thiophosphoric triamide (NBPT) is subject to a Significant New Use Rule (SNUR) codified in 40 CFR 721.6090
Canadian federal regulations: All components if this product listed on Canada’s DSL Inventory.

SECTION 16 – OTHER INFORMATION

To the best of our knowledge, the information contained herein is current and correct as of the date of this SDS, however, the information and recommendations are presented without warranty, representation or license of any kind, with respect to their accuracy, or completeness, and the seller, supplier and manufacturer (Supplier) of this material or their affiliates, disclaim all liability for reliance on such information and recommendations.
Final determination of the suitability of any material is the sole responsibility of the buyer or the user (recipient). All materials may present unknown hazards and should be used with caution. The recipient assumes all risk in connection with the use of this material and assumes all responsibility for ensuring the material is used in a safe manner in compliance with applicable environmental, health and safety laws.
The supplier does not warrant the merchantability of this material or the fitness of the material for any particular use and assumes no responsibility for injury or damage caused directly or indirectly by the use of this material.