MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

I. GENERAL SUPPLIER INFORMATION

Product Identifier:  EC-500
Product Code: 7150
Class:  60  NON-HAZ
HS Code:  3824.90.9150
Supplier:  EcoChem
Address:  231 2nd Ave. Hanna, AB, Canada 
Telephone:  403-364-2888  /  403-364-2802
Fax: 403-364-2889

II. HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

Hazardous Components:                 None – GRAS (Generally recognized as safe)

III. PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL DATA

Bulk Density:														0.6 - 0.8 gr/cc
pH:																			6.0 to 7.0 when mixed with water
Plate Count:														5 x 109
Water Solubility:												Moderate - disperses in water
Form:																		Free-flowing Powder
Color:																		Brown
Odor:                                                   Yeast like odor 

IV. FIRE & EXPLOSION DATA

Flash Point:														N/A					
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:		None required
Extinguishing Media:									Water

V. REACTIVITY DATA

Stability:																Stable
Conditions to Avoid:									Avoid creating dust in a confined area
Hazardous Byproducts:							None
Hazardous Polymerization:					Will not occur
Incompatibility:												Acids or alkalis may inactivate biological cultures

VI. HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Eye Contact:																		May cause irritation.
First Aid:																Flush with water.  
Recommended Precautions:	Avoid creating dust in an enclosed environment.			

Skin Contact:	Exposure may cause irritation if a person has a history of dermal allergic reaction.
First Aid:																Wash with soap and water.	
Recommended Precautions:	Limit exposure. 

Ingestion:																				Considered non toxic but can lead to nausea or diarrhea.
First Aid:	Drink water or milk to dilute product, do not induce vomiting.  
Recommended Precautions:					Store in safe place.  

Inhalation:																			May cause Irritation.
First Aid:	Allow plenty of fresh air. 
Recommended Precautions:	Use approved respiratory mask as required.  Avoid creating dust in confined areas.
General Precautions:	Wash hands after handling free product.

VII. STORAGE & HANDLING

Recommended Storage  	Store in cool, dry conditions.  Storage temperature should be between 41 degrees F and 104 degrees F (5 C and 40 C).

Respiratory Protection:	As required in confined areas.

Eye Protection:	As required in confined areas.

Ventilation:	Mechanical (General)

Protective Clothing:	As required to limit skin contact.

Hygienic Practices	Wash hands after handling free product.

Precautions on Handling:	No danger from handling packaged product.  

Waste Disposal:	Small spills can be washed away with water. Large spills, if contained, can be returned to container. Check local, state and provincial regulations prior to disposing of large quantities.
			
VIII. COMPLIANCE

Fully complies with EPA Toxic Substance Control Act (TSCA) and the rules, orders and regulations promulgated thereunder including:
a) Sections 4, 5, 6 & 7; Title 40 Chapter 1, 707.20 thru 707.75;
b) 40 CFR Sections 704.3. 710.2(e) and 720.3(c); and
c) Sections 5 and 13, reference 42FR64583
d) Does not contain marine pollutants as defined in 49 CFR 171.8.

IX. BIOLOGICAL HAZARD DATA
	
This product has been shown to be free of Salmonella and Shigella using recommended procedures. Does NOT contain plant or animal components.

Prepared by: MSDS Coordinator, April 6, 2000 – Rev. Jan.14th 2006
The information presented in this Data Sheet is believed to be reliable.  This information is provided as representative only and there are no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding its performance.  Since neither distributor nor manufacturer has any control over handling, storage, use and application conditions, neither distributor nor manufacturer shall be responsible for any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or in any way connected with the handling, storage, or use of the product described.