MSDS

253 Commerce Drive, P.O. Box 917, Grayslake, Illinois 60030 USA, 847.223.8141, fax 847.223.8144

MATERIALS SAFETY DATA SHEET

May be used to comply with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR 1910,1200. Standard must be consulted for specific requirements.

IDENTITY as used on label and list:

GELATIN COARSE TO 100 MESH

HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/ IDENTITY INFORMATION

This product is not manufactured to contain a reportable component as defined in 29 CFR 1910.1200

Hazard Information Label Data:

HAZARD CODE:

4 = Extreme Flammability 0

3 = High Reactivity 0

2 = Moderate Health 0

1 = Slight Special 0

0 = Insignificant

PHYSICAL/ CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Specific Gravity >1.2

Melting Point decomposes above 100 degrees C; complete combustion at 1069 degrees F

Solubility in Water Swells in cold water; complete at 40 degrees C

Appearance and Odor Ivory to Amber colored powder

Shelf Life Indefinite

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA:

Flash point Non Flammable

Extinguishing Media Water, foam,CO2, & ABC rated extinguisher

Special Fire Fighting Procedures Treat as typical combustible fire

REACTIVITY DATA:

Stability Stable

Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ROUTES OF ENTRY:

Inhalation Dust N/A

Ingestion Non-toxic Health hazard (acute & chronic) None Known

Carginogenically None

Emergency and first aid procedures Wash off dust with warm water

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE:

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED:

is material is not a hazardous waste as specified in 40 DFR 261. Handle as biodegradable powder.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD:

Dispose in an approved landfill in compliance with all regulations or burn in an approved combustion disposal.

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORING:

Handle according to good manufacturing and warehousing practices.

CONTROL MEASURES:

Respiratory Protection (Specify type) Dust protector

Ventilation - local exhaust As needed

Ventilation - Mechanical (general) As needed

Protective Gloves Not required

Eye Protection Safety Glasses

Other Protective clothing Use good manufacturing practice

Work/ Hygienic Practices Use good manufacturing practice

STORAGE & LABELING:

Indoors Yes

Outdoors No

To preserve integrity of product, do not store in excessive heat or in contact with water. Prolonged storage recommendations are to re-evaluate physical and chemical characteristics every three years.

E-Mail: sales@greatlakesgelatin.com