Material Safety Data Sheet
May be used to comply with OSHA’S Hazard Communication Standard, 29CRF1910.1200.  Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Admin.  (Non-Mandatory Form)


 

Section I
IDENTITY: (As used on label and list) WALNUT SHELL

Manufacturer’s Name: Eco-Shell, Inc.
Emergency Telephone Number: (530) 824-8794 or (530) 529-1585
Address: 5230 Grange Road, Corning, CA 96021
Telephone for Information: (530) 824-8794

Section II – Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
The chemicals listed under section II of the MSDS for this product is not reportable under SARA 313. If the product is reportable under this regulation, it will be noted in section II.

Section III

Boiling Point N/A Specific Gravity (H20-1) 1.2
Vapor Pressure (MM Hg) N/A Melting Point N/A
Vapor Density (Air – 1) N/A Evaporation N/A
Solubility in water: Not water soluble
Odor and appearance: No odor – Light brown in color
Flash Point: 380°F
Flammable limits: 470°F
Media used in extinguishing: Water
Special fire fighting procedure: None

Fire and Explosion Hazards:
If improperly handled, stored and/or exposed to and ignition source, this material may burn. High concentrations of dust in air can explode if sufficient temperature and ignition source occurs.

Section IV – Health Hazard Data
No Acute Hazards Known

 
Section V – Reactivity Data
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to avoid) None
Hazardous Polymerization: None
Section VI – Health Hazards (Acute and Chronic)
None Known
Section VII – Precautions for safe handling and use
Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled:
                                            Sweep, Shovel up, or Vacuum
Waste Disposal Methods: No special requirements
Precautions to be take in handling and storing: None
Other Precautions: None
Section VIII – Control Measures
Ventilation:  Local Exhaust Nuisance Dust Levels
Protective clothing, gloves, or equipment: Not required
Eye Protection:              Not required – Safety goggles recommended
Ground English Walnut Shell
PROPERTIES:
Dual Screen Aggregates have the following characteristics
 SPECIFIC GRAVITY  1.2 – 1.4
 pH VALUE AT 25ºC (IN WATER)  4-6
 FREE MOISTURE (80ºC FOR 15HRS)  3-9%
 FLASH POINT (CLOSED CUP)  380º
 HARDNESS -VICKERS NO  25-30
 MOHS SCALE  3-4
 DRY PACKING DENSITY (LBS PER CU. FT.)  22-74
 GSA Specification:  AA-1722  Type 2
 Military Specification:  MIL-G-5634  Type 3

CHEMICAL ANALYSIS

 Nitrogen

 0.10

 Cellulose

 40/60

 Lignin

 20/30

 Toluene Solubility

 0.5/1.0

 Methoxyl

 6.5

 Chlorine

 0.10

 Ash

 1.5

 Cutin

 1.0
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Eco-Shell, Inc.
5230 Grange Road
Corning, CA 96021
Phone: 1-(530)-824-8794
FAX: 1-(530)-824-8798

 

 

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