MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

                                                    Rev. JAN, 2004

                                                   Page 1 of 4 pages



1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: WALNUT SHELL GRIT & FLOUR



Chemical Family: Walnut Shell (Organic)



Composition Materials Co., Inc. - 125 Old Gate Lane - Milford, CT 06460

                   Phone - 203-874-6500      Fax - 203-874-6505



2. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS



Natural Walnut Shell



Hazardous Ingredients: None



3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Material is light brown with no odor. Grit is granular, and flour is powdery. Avoid

creating airborne dust. Avoid ignition sources. Provide ventilation. Avoid

breathing dust. Spilled material can be slippery and cause falls if walked on.



Potential Health Effects



EYE: Solid or dusts may cause irritation or scratch the surface of the eye.

SKIN: N/A

INGESTION: N/A

INHALATION: Potential respiratory tract irritation.

Chronic Health Effects: None known.



SARA: This material is not considered hazardous.









                                 125 Old Gate Lane, Milford, CT 06460

                   Toll-free: 800 262 7763 ? Tel: 203 874 6500 ? Fax: 203 874 6505

                     E-Mail: info@compomat.com ? Website: www.compomat.com

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4. FIRST AID MEASURES

EYES: Flush with water.



SKIN: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.



INGESTION: N/A



INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. Call physician if irritation persists.



5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FLAMMABLE PROPERTIES: FLASH POINT: 380° F



FLAMMABLE LIMITS: 470° F



HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: None



EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water



Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None. If improperly handled, stored, and/or

exposed to an ignition source, this material may burn.



6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES



Sweep up and place in appropriate disposal container. Spilled material can be a

slipping hazard. Eliminate flames, sparks, excessive temperatures.



7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

HANDLING: Avoid contact with eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.



STORAGE: Store in closed, properly labeled containers in a cool, ventilated area.

Keep away from heat, open flames.









                                 125 Old Gate Lane, Milford, CT 06460

                   Toll-free: 800 262 7763 ? Tel: 203 874 6500 ? Fax: 203 874 6505

                     E-Mail: info@compomat.com ? Website: www.compomat.com

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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS: Local exhaust - nuisance dust levels.



RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: N/A



SKIN PROTECTION: N/A



EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses, goggles and/or a face shield



OTHER PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: None necessary.



9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

      BOILING POINT: N/A

      MELTING POINT: N/A

      VAPOR PRESSURE: N/A

      VAPOR DENSITY: N/A

      SOLUBILITY IN WATER: N/A

      EVAPORATION RATE: N/A

      SPECIFIC GRAVITY (H2 O=1): 1.2 - 1.35

      pH: 4 to 5 @ 25° C

      ODOR: No Odor

      APPEARANCE: Granular or powdery, light brown.



10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

CHEMICAL STABILITY(CONDITIONS TO AVOID):Excessive heat, ignition sources.

INCOMPATIBILITY: None known.

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not Occur.

STABILITY: Stable



11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION



Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA): Walnut shell is an organic product and not

subject to TSCA requirements.

                                125 Old Gate Lane, Milford, CT 06460

                  Toll-free: 800 262 7763 ? Tel: 203 874 6500 ? Fax: 203 874 6505

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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION



Non-hazardous. Always comply with Federal, State and Local environmental

regulations.



13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERAT IONS



Dispose as solid waste in sanitary landfill according to Federal, State and Local

regulations.



14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT: Not Regulated.             NMF CLASSIFICATION: Class 55 - Item 175480



15. REGULATORY INFORMATION



N/A



16. OTHER INFORMATION

The information in this MSDS was obtained from sources we believe are reliable. However, it is provided

without any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding accuracy or correctness. The

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.









                                    125 Old Gate Lane, Milford, CT 06460

                      Toll-free: 800 262 7763 ? Tel: 203 874 6500 ? Fax: 203 874 6505

                        E-Mail: info@compomat.com ? Website: www.compomat.com