341 Christian Street, Oxford, CT 06478 USA
Tel: (203) 267-6061 Fax: (203) 267-6065
www.naturalsourcing.com
[email protected] MSDS
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
COCOA POWDER
1. PRODUCT NAME AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: COCOA POWDER
Product Use: Personal Care Formulations
Company Name: Natural Sourcing
Company Address: 341 Christian Street, Oxford, CT 06478, USA
Date Issued: 07/29/2014
Emergency Telephone Number: Chemtrec Tel: (800) 262-8200
2. COMPOSITION/INGREDIENT INFORMATION
Ingredients: Concentration %
Cocoa Powder 100%
Hazardous Components: None
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Routes of Entry
Eyes: Mild Irritation may occur
Skin: No known hazard
Inhalation: Irritation may occur
Ingestion: No known hazard
Danger of dust explosion under extreme conditions
Lower Exposure Limit: 725 g/m3
Ignition Temperatures: 500 ℃
Minimum Ignition Energy: 120mJ
Maximum Explosion Pressure: 5.0 bar
Maximum Rate of Pressure Rise: 93 bar/sec
Dust Explosion Constant (K): 62 bar m/sec
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Flush with plenty of water or eye wash solution for 15 minutes. Get
Eyes:
medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin: No known hazard
Remove to fresh air. If continued respiratory irritation occurs or if
Inhalation:
breathing becomes difficult, seek medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Water Spray, Foam, Powder and Carbon Dioxide
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Special Firefighting Procedures: N/A
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Avoid accumulation of dust
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES (STEPS FOR SPILLS)
Precautions: Avoid inhalation and contact with eyes. Wear suitable protective gear.
Sweep up or flush with water and dispose of according to local
Methods for Cleaning Up:
regulations.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Avoid dust formation. Provide appropriate ventilation where dust forms.
Safe Handling: In the event where there is insufficient ventilation wear suitable
breathing equipment.
Bulk delivery vehicles must make use of earth connection on
discharging all loads.
Storage
Requirements for Storage Areas and Keep container closed and protect from humidity. Avoid accumulation of
Containers: dust.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Eye: Safety glasses
Skin/Body: Gloves, lab coats
Respiratory: Wear
Ventilation: Ensure good ventilation of the work situation.
Other: Evaluate need based on application.
Work/Hygiene Practice: Normal work and hygiene practices
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Powder
Color: Brown
Odor: Characteristic, cocoa
Bulk Density: 350-400 g/l
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): N/A
Hazardous Decomposition or N/A
Byproducts:
Avoid contamination of product. Danger of dust explosion under
Conditions to Avoid:
extreme conditions. Avoid accumulation of dust.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity Data: Non toxic
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Persistence and Degradability: Easily Degradable
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Classification: Not classified
IATA Classification: Not classified
IMDG: Not classified
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
No Information
16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This information is provided for documentation purposes only.
This product is not considered hazardous.
The complete range of conditions or methods of use are beyond our control therefore we do not assume any
responsibility and expressly disclaim any liability for any use of this product. Information contained herein is believed
to be true and accurate however, all statements or suggestions are made without warranty, expressed or implied,
regarding accuracy of the information, the hazards connected with the use of the material or the results to be
obtained from the use thereof. Compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and local regulations
remains the responsibility of the user.
This safety sheet cannot cover all possible situations which the user may experience during processing. Each aspect
of your operation should be examined to determine if, or where, additional precautions may be necessary. All health
and safety information contained in this bulletin should be provided to your employees or customers.
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