COMPOSITION MATERIALS CO., INC. 249 PEPES FARM RD, MILFORD, CT 06460 (203) 874-6500
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Rev. Jan. 2012
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1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: WALNUT SHELL GRIT & FLOUR
Chemical Family: Walnut Shell (Organic)
Composition Materials Co., Inc. 249 Pepes Farm Road – Milford, CT 06460
Phone – 203-874-6500 Fax – 203-874-6505
2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Natural Walnut Shell
Hazardous Ingredients: None
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Material is light brown with no odor. Grit is granular, and flour is powdery.
Avoid creating airborne dust. Avoid ignition sources. Provide ventilation.
Avoid breathing dust. Spilled material can be slippery and cause falls if
walked on.
Potential Health Effects
EYE: Solid or dusts may cause irritation or scratch the surface of the eye.
SKIN: N/A
INGESTION: N/A
INHALATION: Potential respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic Health Effects: None known.
SARA: This material is not considered hazardous.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
EYES: Flush with water.
SKIN: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
INGESTION: N/A
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Call physician if irritation persists.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: FLASH POINT: 380 F
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: 470 F
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS : None
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None. If improperly handled, stored,
and/or exposed to an ignition source, this material may burn.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Sweep up and place in appropriate disposal container. Spilled material can be a
slipping hazard. Eliminate flames, sparks, excessive temperatures.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Avoid contact with eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
STORAGE: Store in closed, properly labeled containers in a cool, ventilated
area. Keep away from heat, open flames.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
ENGINEERING CONTROLS : Local exhaust – nuisance dust levels.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION : N/A
SKIN PROTECTION: N/A
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses, goggles and/or a face shield
OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT : None necessary.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
BOILING POINT: N/A
MELTING POINT: N/A
VAPOR PRESSURE : N/A
VAPOR DENSITY: N/A
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: N/A
EVAPORATION RATE : N/A
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H
2O=1): 1.2 – 1.35
pH: 4 to 5 @ 25 C
ODOR: No Odor
APPEARANCE: Granular or powdery, light brown.
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
CHEMICAL STABILITY(CONDITIONS TO AVOID):Excessive heat, ignition
sources.
INCOMPATIBILITY: None known.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS : None.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION : Will not Occur.
STABILITY: Stable
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA): Walnut shell is an organic product and not
subject to TSCA requirements.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Non-hazardous. Always comply with Federal, State and Local environmental
regulations.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose as solid waste in sanitary landfill according to Federal, State and
Local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT: Not Regulated. NMF CLASSIFICATION: Class 55 – Item 175480
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
N/A
16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources we believe are reliable. However, it is
provided without any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy or
correctness. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product are
beyond our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not
assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, damage or expense arising out of
or in any way connected with the handling, storage, use or disposal of the product.