Safety Data Sheet
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
COMPANY ADDRESS:
9950 Westpark Drive Suite 415(transportation and spills) Houston, TX 77063
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS:
(832-245-4351)
PRODUCT NAME: Amcor Sorbe
CHEMICAL NAME: Proprietary 100% Plant based source (Fiber and Core Particles)
PRODUCT USE: General Oil Sorbent
PRODUCT CODE: N/A
CHEMICAL NAME: Proprietary 100% Plant based source (Fiber and Core Particles)
PRODUCT USE: General Oil Sorbent
PRODUCT CODE: N/A
SECTION 2 – HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION SUMMARY
(As defined by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200)
Light, slightly spongy inner ligno-cellulosic fiber; lightcreamy tan in color; fractured pieces ranging in size
from 1 to 550 microns.
HEALTH HAZARDS: Mildly irritating to the eyes and skin.
Mildly irritating if dust is inhaled.
PHYSICAL HAZARDS: None
ENVIRONMENT AL HAZARDS: None
SECTION 3 – COMPOSITION, INFORMATION OF INGREDIENTS
| COMPONENT | PERCENTAGE | CAS NUMBER |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Plant Fiber | 100 % | N/A |
SECTION 4 – FIRST AID MEASURES
First Aid responders should use protective equipment in Section 8 if there is a potential for exposure to product.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Induce vomiting unless told not to by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
IF ON SKIN OR CLOTHING: Brush off dry particles; Clothing can be washed like normal laundry; Rinse skin with water or mild soap and water.
IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a doctor for treatment advice about dust in the eye.
IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air; if person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible.
Treat as you would for any nonhazardous dust.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a poison control center or doctor immediately for treatment advice. Have person sip a glass of water if able to swallow. Induce vomiting unless told not to by the poison control center or doctor. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
IF ON SKIN OR CLOTHING: Brush off dry particles; Clothing can be washed like normal laundry; Rinse skin with water or mild soap and water.
IF IN EYES: Hold eye open and rinse slowly and gently with water for 15-20 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present, after the first 5 minutes, then continue rinsing eye. Call a doctor for treatment advice about dust in the eye.
IF INHALED: Move person to fresh air; if person is not breathing, call 911 or an ambulance, then give artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth if possible.
Treat as you would for any nonhazardous dust.
SECTION 5 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
National Fire Protection Rating (NFPA)
| HEALTH | 0 |
|---|---|
| FLAMMABILITY | 1 |
| REACTIVITY | 0 |
| 4 = Severe 3 = Serious 2 = Moderate 1 = Slight 0 = Minimal | |
FLASHPOINT: >200°F / >100°C
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use foam, dry chemical, or water spray.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD: Will burn in fire, smaller particles will smolder.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Evacuate area and fight fire upwind from a safe distance.
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece.
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use foam, dry chemical, or water spray.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD: Will burn in fire, smaller particles will smolder.
FIRE FIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Evacuate area and fight fire upwind from a safe distance.
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT: Self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece.
SECTION 6 – ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
IN CASE OF SPILLS OR LEAKS: Clean up spills with brooms and shovels abiding by Personal Protective Equipment listed in section 8.
SMALL SPILL: Broom and shovel spill up and dispose of as any yard waste.
LARGE SPILL: Same as for a Small Spill.
SMALL SPILL: Broom and shovel spill up and dispose of as any yard waste.
LARGE SPILL: Same as for a Small Spill.
SECTION 7 – HANDLING AND STORAGE
HANDLING: Use only in a well-ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.
STORAGE: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a well-ventilated dry place away from heat. Wear proper safety equipment specified in Section 8 when loading or otherwise handling product.
STORAGE: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a well-ventilated dry place away from heat. Wear proper safety equipment specified in Section 8 when loading or otherwise handling product.
SECTION 8 – EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
EXPOSURE LIMITS (8 hour TWA, ppm): N/A
| COMPONENT | OSHA PEL | ACGIH TLV |
|---|---|---|
| Amcor Sorbe | Not listed | Not Listed |
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Proper ventilation is required when handling or using this product. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
EYE PROTECTION - Safety goggles or glasses with side shields.
CLOTHING - Nonspecific
GLOVES - N/A
RESPIRATOR - Not required when handled under normal conditions. When handling in enclosed areas with inadequate ventilation, use a dust mask (MSHA/NIOSH approval number prefix TC-84A).
Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water.
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
EYE PROTECTION - Safety goggles or glasses with side shields.
CLOTHING - Nonspecific
GLOVES - N/A
RESPIRATOR - Not required when handled under normal conditions. When handling in enclosed areas with inadequate ventilation, use a dust mask (MSHA/NIOSH approval number prefix TC-84A).
Follow manufacturer's instructions for cleaning and maintaining PPE. If no such instructions for washables, use detergent and hot water.
USER SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS:
1. Wash hands before eating, drinking, chewing gum, using tobacco or using the toilet.
SECTION 9 – PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| Appearance: | Light creamy tan/brown powder |
| Odor: | None |
| pH: | 6-8 |
| Melting Point: | Not Applicable |
| Boiling Point: | Not Applicable |
| Flash Point: | >100°C |
| Evaporation Rate: | Not Applicable |
| Flammability Limits: | No Data |
| Vapor Pressure: | Not Applicable |
| Vapor Density: | Not Applicable |
| Density: | 7.5 lb/ft3 |
| Solubility: | No Data |
| Partition Coefficient: | No Data |
| Auto-Ignition Temperature: | No Data |
| Decomposition Temperature: | No Data |
| Viscosity: | No Data |
SECTION 10 – STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
PRODUCT REACTIVITY: Non-reactive
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Product will not undergo polymerization
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid temperatures above 200°F (100°C) for prolonged period of time.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS: None known
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None Known
CHEMICAL STABILITY: Stable.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Product will not undergo polymerization
CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid temperatures above 200°F (100°C) for prolonged period of time.
INCOMPATIBLE MATERIALS: None known
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None Known
SECTION 11 – TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity Data from similar formulation
| ACUTE TOXICITY: | |
| Oral LD50 (rat) | >5,000 mg/Kg |
| Dermal LD50 (rat) | >2,000 mg/Kg |
| Inhalation LC50 (rat) | >5,800 mg/m3 |
| Eye Irritation (rabbit) | >Mild irritant |
| Skin Irritation (rabbit) | >Slight irritant |
| Sensitization (guinea pig) | >Non-sensitizer |
| CARCINOGEN STATUS: | |
| OSHA | -Not Listed |
| NTP | -Not Listed |
| IARC | -Not Listed |
MUTAGENICITY: No evidence of mutagenic effects during in vivo or in vitro studies.
SECTION 12 – ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
ENVIRONMENTAL SUMMARY: There are no environmental hazards of this product.
SECTION 13 – DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
WASTE: Dispose of in accordance with applicable Federal, state and local laws and regulations.
CONTAINER: Offer for recycling, if available. Refillable container: Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller.
Refer to the container label to determine if it is refillable and for complete cleaning and disposal instructions.
CONTAINER: Offer for recycling, if available. Refillable container: Cleaning the container before final disposal is the responsibility of the person disposing of the container. Cleaning before refilling is the responsibility of the refiller.
Refer to the container label to determine if it is refillable and for complete cleaning and disposal instructions.
SECTION 14 – OTHER INFORMATION
| HIMIS | HEALTH | 0 | |||
| HAZARD | FLAMMABILITY | 1 | |||
| RATINGS | PHYSICAL HAZARD | 0 | |||
| 4=Severe | 3=Serious | 2=Moderate | 1=Slight | 0=Minimal |
This Safety Data Sheet (SOS) provides important health, safety, and environmental information for employers, employees, emergency responders and others handling large quantities of the product in activities generally other than product use, while the labeling provides that information specifically for product use in the ordinary course.
REVISED DATE: November, 2018
REFERENCE: Revised for GHS compliance