MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET WALNUT SHELL GRIT Section 1 Product Identification Supplier s Name: Abrasive Blasting Service & Supplies Pty Ltd (ABSS) 18 Beckett Avenue, Keilor East, Vic 3033 Website: www.abss.net.au Product Name: Appearance: Shape: Size: Walnut Shell Grit Light Brown Granular Available in the following mesh sizes Mesh 12/20 - (Approx. particle size 1.70mm 0.85mm) Mesh 20/40 - (Approx. particle size 0.85mm 0.42mm) Mesh 40/100 - (Approx. particle size 425 150 Micron) Section 2 Hazards Identification Avoid creating airborne dust. Avoid ignition sources. Provide ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. Spilled material can be slippery and cause falls if walked on. Eye - Inhalation - Skin - Ingestion - Solid or Dust may cause irritation or scratch the surface of the eye. Potential respiratory tract irritation Chronic Health Effects None Known Page 1 of 5
Section 3 Composition / Information on Ingredients Natural Walnut Shell Hazardous Ingredients - None Physical Shape: Odour: Solubility in Water: Grain Odourless Section 4 First Aid Measures After Inhalation After Skin Contact After Eye Contact After Ingestion Remove to fresh air call Doctor if irritation persists. Wash thoroughly with Soap and Water Flush with Water Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures Flammable Properties Flash Point 190 C Flammable Limits 240 C Extinguishing Media Special Exposure Hazards Water None known If improperly handled, stored, and/or exposed to an ignition source, this material may burn Special Protective Equipment None Required Page 2 of 5
Section 6 Accidental Release Measures Sweep up and place in appropriate disposal container. Spilled material can be a slipping hazard. Eliminate flames, sparks, and excessive temperatures. Section 7 Handling and Storage Handling: Storage: Avoid contact with eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area. Store in closed, properly labelled containers in a cool ventilated area. Keep away from heat, open flames. Section 8 Exposure Control / Personal Protection No special precautions necessary. Wear safety equipment as for normal handling. Ensure there is exhaust ventilation of the area. Avoid inhalation of dust, Safety Glasses and Protective Gloves are recommended. If possible vacuum the material to avoid generating unnecessary dust, otherwise sweep any spillages. Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties Melting Point Flash Point 190 C Flammability Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 1.2-1.35 Bulk Density Ph Value 4 to 5 @ 25 C Hardness Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Chemical Stability Conditions to Avoid Stable Excessive Heat, ignition sources Page 3 of 5
Section 11 Toxicological Information Walnut shell is an organic product Section 12 Ecological Information Non-hazardous. Always comply with Federal, State and Environmental regulations Section 13 Disposal Considerations Follow local, state or federal guidelines for disposal of inert solid waste. MATERIAL CONTAMINATED OR REDUCED TO DUST IN USE MAY NEED SPECIAL HANDLING AND DISPOSAL. IT IS THE RESPOSIBILITY OF THE USER TO UNDERTAKE ANY EVALUATION CLASSIFICATION AND DISPOSAL OF MATERIAL AFTER USE. Section 14 Transport Information Not a hazardous material. Not subject to any regulations Section 15 Regulatory Information None Applicable Section 16 Other Information This MSDS has been prepared by Abrasive Blasting Service & Supplies Pty Ltd The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. However, data, safety standards and government regulations are subject to change, and conditions of handling, use or misuse of this product are beyond our control. Users should satisfy themselves that they are aware of all of the current data relevant to their particular use. Page 4 of 5
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