MSDS_DHR_Fly_Ash_6.04.14.pdf

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

1. Product and Company Identification

Material name Fly Ash Revision date 06-04-2014 Version # 01

CAS # -

Synonym(s) WOOD FLY ASH, WOOD BOILER ASH, BIOMASS FUEL ASH

Manufacturer/Supplier Gainesville Renewable Energy Center, LLC

11201 NW 13

th Street

Gainesville, FL 32653

(386) 315-8019

2. Hazards Identification

Physical state Solid.

Appearance Solid (powder) grey/black or brown/tan powered which may contain solidified masses.

Emergency overview DANGER

Causes eye burns. Causes digestive tract burns. Causes skin irritation. Dust irritating to respiratory tract. May cause lung damage.

Contains crystalline silica. Crystalline silica has been classified by IARC, NTP and ACGIH as a known human carcinogen and suspected human carcinogen respectively.

OSHA regulatory status This product is considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication).

Potential health effects Routes of exposure Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Skin contact.

Eyes Causes eye burns. Exposed individuals may experience eye tearing, redness, and discomfort.

Skin Causes skin irritation. If wetted: Causes skin burning.

Inhalation Dust irritating to respiratory tract. Frequent inhalation of dust over a long period of time increases the risk of developing lung diseases.

Ingestion Causes digestive tract burns.

Target organs Digestive tract. Eyes. Lungs. Respiratory tract. Skin.

Chronic effects Prolonged and repeated overexposure to dust can lead to pneumoconiosis. Prolonged breathing of high levels of crystalline silica can cause silicosis. Also, airborne crystalline silica is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

Signs and symptoms Exposed individuals may experience eye tearing, redness, and discomfort. Irritation of nose and throat. May irritate and cause stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea and nausea.

Coughing.

Potential environmental effects Harmful effect due to pH shift.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Components CAS# Percent Fly ash, as particulate not otherwise regulated. N/A 10 - 20 Magnesium oxide 1309-48-4 4 - 8 Potassium hydroxide 1310-58-3 10 - 15 Aluminum oxide 1344-28-1 < 1 Iron oxide 1309-37-1 < 1 Calcium oxide 1305-78-8 45 - 65 Manganese oxide 1344-43-0 1 - 2 Silicon dioxide 7631-86-9 10 - 15

Composition comments All concentrations are in percent by weight unless ingredient is a gas. Gas concentrations are in percent by volume.

4. First Aid Measures

First aid procedures

Eye contact Do not rub eyes. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.

Remove contact lenses, if present. Get medical attention immediately.

Skin contact Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical attention. Wash clothing separately before reuse.

Inhalation Dust irritates the respiratory system, and may cause coughing and difficulties in breathing.

If symptomatic, move to fresh air. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.

Ingestion Rinse mouth thoroughly with water and give large amounts of milk or water, if person is conscious. Never give anything by mouth to a victim who is unconscious or is having convulsions. Get medical attention immediately.

Notes to physician Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically. Symptoms may be delayed.

5. Fire Fighting Measures

Flammable properties The product is not flammable.

Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing media Use fire-extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding materials.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Do not use water jet.

Protection of firefighters Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters Selection of respiratory protection for fire fighting: follow the general fire precautions indicated in the workplace. Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.

Fire fighting equipment/instructions Use water spray to prevent dust formation, absorb heat, keep containers cool and protect fire-exposed material. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk.

Hazardous combustion Products None known.

HMIS Rating (Scale 0-4): Health = 2 Fire = 1 Reactivity = 0 NFPA Rating (Scale 0-4): Health = 2 Fire = 1 Reactivity = 0

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal precautions Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. See Section 8 of the

MSDS for Personal Protective Equipment.

Environmental precautions For large (industrial) releases, prevent spill from entering a waterway.

Environmental manager must be informed of all major spillages.

Methods for containment Avoid generation and spreading of dust. Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal.

Methods for cleaning up Avoid dust formation. Use a vacuum cleaner. If not possible, moisten dust with water before it is collected with a shovel or broom. Vacuums used for this purpose should be equipped with HEPA filters. For waste disposal, see Section 13 of the MSDS.

Other information Clean up in accordance with all applicable regulations.

7. Handling and Storage

Handling Use work methods which minimize dust production. Use only in well-ventilated areas.

Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with skin and eyes. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Wash hands after handling. Promptly remove any clothing that becomes wet or contaminated. Observe good industrial hygiene practices.

Storage Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from incompatible materials.

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Engineering controls Provide sufficient ventilation for operations causing dust formation. Observe occupational exposure limits and minimize the risk of exposure. Provide easy access to water supply and eye wash facilities.

Personal protective equipment Eye / face protection Wear approved safety goggles.

Skin protection When handling dry product work gloves of cloth, canvas or leather are recommended.

When handling wet product gloves of neoprene, butyl or nitrile are recommended. Use of protective coveralls and long sleeves is recommended.

Respiratory protection If engineering controls do not maintain airborne concentrations below recommended exposure limits (where applicable) or to an acceptable level (in countries where exposure limits have not been established), an approved respirator must be worn. Use a NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying respirator as needed to control exposure. Consult with respirator manufacturer to determine respirator selection, use, and limitations. Use positive pressure, air-supplied respirator for uncontrolled releases or when air purifying respirator limitations may be exceeded. Follow respirator protection program requirements (OSHA 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2) for all respirator use.

General hygiene Considerations Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants.

9. Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance Solid (powder) grey/black or brown/tan powered which may contain solidified masses.

Color Grey/black or brown/tan.

Odor Not available.

Odor threshold Not applicable.

Physical state Solid.

Form Powder.

pH 10 - 12 Melting point Not applicable.

Freezing point None, solid.

Boiling point Not applicable.

Flash point Not applicable.

Evaporation rate Not applicable.

Flammability limits in air, upper, % by volume Not applicable.

Flammability limits in air, lower, % by volume Not applicable.

Vapor pressure Not applicable.

Vapor density Not applicable.

Specific gravity Variable, 2.2 – 2.5 Solubility (water) Slightly soluble.

Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water) Not available.

Auto-ignition temperature 450 - 5000 °F (232.2 - 2760 °C) Decomposition temperature Not available.

Viscosity None, solid.

Percent volatile 0 %

10. Chemical Stability & Reactivity Information

Chemical stability Stable at normal conditions.

Conditions to avoid Contact with incompatible materials.

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents.

Hazardous decomposition Products None known.

Possibility of hazardous reactions Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

11. Toxicological Information

Toxicity Data: None available for product in final form. Individual component information for ingredients listed in

Section 2 is described below if available.

Components:

Aluminum oxide: Toxicity Data: (RTECS DATA) Inhalation Rat: lowest published toxic concentration: 200 mg/m3/5 hour/28 week - intermittent - Lung, Thorax, or Respiration.

Local Effects: Irritation of skin, eyes and the respiratory system Calcium oxide: OSHA PEL 5mg/m3, LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available.

Magnesium oxide: No LD50/LC50 information found relating to normal routes of occupational exposure Iron oxide: Toxicity Data: Oral rat LD50: greater than 10000 mg/kg

Potassium oxide: LD50 (Oral-Rat) 273 mg/kg; LD50 (Oral-Rat) 365 mg/kg; LD50 (Skin-Rabbit) 1260 mg/kg

Silicon dioxide: LD 50 (ORAL, RAT)= >10000 mg/kg, OSHA PEL 80 mg/m3 (total dust) %SiO2 or 20 mppcf

Target Organs: Skin, eyes and respiratory system

12. Ecological Information

Environmental Fate: No information available at this time.

Environmental Toxicity: Contamination of water may raise water pH.

13. Disposal Considerations

Waste codes Not regulated.

Disposal instructions Dispose of waste and residues in accordance with local authority requirements.

14. Transport Information

Mode: (Air, Land, Water) Not regulated as a hazardous material by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Proper Shipping Name: Fly Ash from Wood

Combustion Hazard Class: N/A UN/NA ID Number: N/A Packing Group: N/A Information Reported for Product/Size:

N/A

15. Regulatory Information

TSCA: Fly ash is listed on the TSCA inventory. All individual chemical components are on the TSCA inventory as well.

CERCLA: N/A

DSL: Fly ash is listed on the DSL inventory. All individual chemical components are on the DSL inventory as well.

OSHA: Fly ash and all listed ingredients are considered by OSHA to be hazardous chemicals or irritants and should be included in the employer’s hazard communication or WHMIS program.

SARA 313 Information: This product contains the following substances subject to the reporting requirements of

SARA Title III Section 313 and 40 C.F.R. Part 372: Aluminum Oxide – only if in the fibrous form.

SARA 311/312 Hazard Category: This product has been reviewed according to the EPA "Hazard Categories" promulgated under SARA Title III Sections 311 and 312 and is considered, under applicable definitions, to meet the following categories:

An immediate (acute) health hazard Yes A delayed (chronic) health hazard Yes A corrosive hazard No A fire hazard No A reactivity hazard No A sudden release hazard No

FDA: Not intended for use as a food additive or food contact item.

WHMIS Classification: Controlled