SECTION I - IDENTITY Product Name - MicroSorb Manufacturers Name: Proprietary

Contact: MicroSorb Environmental Products, Inc. 106 Longwater Drive Norwell, MA 02061 During regular business hours: (617) 878-0440

SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION

MicroSorb - an enzymatic mixture of active hydrocarbon oxidizing natural single celled organisms. The enzymes and cells are contained in an inert preparation of natural clay. The mixture has no chemical impact. The mixture should be handled with the normal precautions of a hydroscopic powder. In enclosed areas protective eye and mask covering is recommended. This mixture has been tested by human contact for a 15 year period with no direct or indirect impact. Warning - This clay product contains a small amount of crystalline slicia which may cause delayed respiratory disease if inhaled over a prolonged period of time, avoid breathing dust.

SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point	not applicable
Vapor Pressure	not applicable
Specific Gravity	density of approximately 2.5
Appearance and Odor	gray to cream colored powder with a faint odor of hydrocarbons
Melting point	not applicable
Solubility in Water	insoluble, but may be water wet
SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point	nonflammable
Special Fire Fighting Procedures	not applicable
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA
Stable	avoid direct consumption or inhalation
SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Route of Entry	inhalation
Health Hazards (acute and chronic)	normal precautions for hydroscopic powder
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure	reaction to hydroscopic powder-sneezing, etc.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures	flush with water and remove to air
SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled	normal precautions for hydroscopic powder
Waste Disposal Methods	swept or hosed into lawns, soil, flowerbeds, compost heaps, & septic systems
Precautions for Handling & Storage	may cause delayed respiratory disease if the dust is inhaled over a prolonged period of time
Other Precautions	may be slippery when wet
SECTION VIII - CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection	in areas of concentration - mask and eye protection is recommended
Ventilation	local exhaust - standard precaution
Protective Gloves	not applicable
Eye Protection	in areas of concentration or enclosed areas
Work/Hygienic Practices	none
Other Protective Clothing/Equipment	none

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