August 3, 2012, 07:08 AM | #1 |
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Powder discolored...?
I opened up some 4064 yesterday and I noticed some of the granules looked bronze or brown in color. This can is pretty old, but it didn't smell different. Is this an indication of failing powder?
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August 3, 2012, 07:56 AM | #2 |
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Shine a light into the can and see if the inside of the can is rusty. The old IMR cans are suseptible to rusting inside and leave a brownish dust on the powder. Also, pour the powder into a large receptical and see if brown "dust" rises off the powder as you pour it. If the powder SMELLS like either or a solvent and is not pungent or acidic smelling, it probably is OK. I have shot powder like I described and have not had problems. If there is ANY doubt, it makes great fertilizer on your roses.
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If it smells bitter, it is way beyond bad. Powder gives off NOx as it deteriorates, that causes the rust in the can.
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