msds sheet - Corn Cob - Marco

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I. Product
Identification
II. hazardous
Ingredients
III. Physical
& Chemical
Characteristics
IV. Fire & explosion
hazard data
V. reactivity data
VI. health hazard data
Identity (As used on label and list): Processed Corn Cob
Manufacturer: Mt. Pulaski Products, Inc.
908 North Vine; PO Box 110
Mt. Pulaski, Illinois 62548
Emergency & Information Telephone #: 800-252-7848
Updated: 02/26/07
Description: Processed corn cobs are 100% natural corn cob fractions: no additives. Corn cob
fractions are classified as nuisance dust under OSHA regulations. Nuisance dust has a long history
- little adverse effect on lungs and does not produce significant organic disease or toxic effect when
exposures are kept minimal.
OSHA Pel-TWA: 15 mg/m3 ACGIH 1986-87 TLV-TWA: 10 mg/m3 No CAS has been assigned because there are no chemicals involved.
Boiling Point: N/A Specific Gravity (H 2O = 1): 1.3
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg.): N/A Melting Point: 2200 - 2400°F
Vapor Density (AIR = 1): N/A Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate =1): N/A
Solubility in Water: 7.4% - 9.5%
Appearance & Odor: Tan granules essentially odorless, free flowing.
Flash Point (Method Used): 350°F OC/388° CC Flammable Limits: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Water Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Minimum explosive concentration (-200 mesh corn cob dust
cloud) 0.045 oz./ft. 3
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Processed corn cobs may be affected by acids & caustics
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Acids & caustics
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Combustion byproducts may be CO 2/H 2O-typical wood
smoke.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Routes of Inhalation: Possibly inhalation and ingestion
Health Hazards (Acute & Chronic): Avoid breathing dust, not considered hazardous by ingestion.
Used as a vitamin in many animal feed products.
Carcinogenicity: NTP: N/A
IARC Monographs: N/A
OSHA Regulated: N/A
Signs/Symptoms of Exposure: N/A
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: If inhaled, remove to fresh air to relieve
coughing/sneezing.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures: If eye irritation, flush with water. If swallowed, this product is

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VII. Precautions for
safe handling &
Use
VII. Control
measures
VIII. silicosis Warning
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Phone: 800-252-7848
Fax: 563-324-6258
e-mail: sales@marcousa.com
www.marcousa.com
not considered harmful. Product is used as animal feed.
Updated: 02/26/07
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Not classified as hazardous material in
purchased form. Sweep/shovel and dispose of normally.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of all waster according to Federal, State and Local regulations.
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing: Store in a dry area, take care to not puncture/tear
paper bags or tote bags is used as shipping containers.
Other Precautions: Processed corn cobs do not render fluids non-flammable, neutral or less hazardous.
Respiratory Protection: If bag is broken or product spilled, a NIOSH or MSHA approved respirator may be
necessary to avoid inhaling dust.
Ventilation: None
Protective Gloves: None required
Eye Protection: Standard goggle if necessary.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: None required
Work/Hygienic Practices: Normal and routine hygiene practices recommended.
Breathing dust containing silica will cause silicosis, a fatal lung disease.
Breathing dust during blasting operations will cause asbestosis, lead poisoning
and/or other serious or fatal diseases. A NIOSH-approved, well-maintained, supplied-air abrasive
blasting respirator must be used by anyone blasting, anyone handling or using the abrasive and
anyone in the area of the dust. Harmful dust containing toxic material from abrasives or surfaces
being blasted can remain suspended in the air for long periods of time after blasting has ceased.
Failure to avoid the above danger will result in death or serious injury.
You must comply with all OSHA, local, City, State, Province, Country and
jurisdiction regulations, ordinances and standards, related to your particular
work area and environment. Keep unprotected individuals out of the work area. Failure to avoid the
above danger will result in death or serious injury.
dIsCLAImer: The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources, which we believe are reliable. However,
the information is provided without any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy.
These 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. Customers/users of silica must comply with all applicable health and safety laws,
regulations and orders, including the OSHA Hazardous Communication Standard.
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