This information is available in the FAQ and by a simple search on the mfg of the product.
www.shroomery.org/faq
please, as indicated in the sticky post at the top of the forum, do a little research before you post here.
Here is the MSDS for Oil-Dri:
Material Safety Data Sheet Updated 1/14/02
*** SECTION I,PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION***
**Product details**
Imperial item #: 5235, 5235-4
MSDS Number: 1004000
Identity: Oil-Dri concentrated floor absorbent
Issued: June 16, 2000
Chemical Name Fullers Earth
Manufacturer: Distributor:
OIL DRI Corporation of America IMPERIAL INC
410 North Michigan Avenue 789 Packer Drive
Chicago, IL 60611 Green Bay, WI 54304
(312) 321-1515 (800) 558-2808
Emergency: 1-800-225-3924 (Chem-tel)
*** SECTION II, COMPOSITION ***
Component CAS Number Amount Exposure Limit
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Quartz (crystalline silica)14808-60-7 10-20% PEL-10 mg/m3/%Si02+2 TWA
.00065% in the respirable TLV - 0.05 mg/m3 TWA range
Fullers Earth 8031-18-3 80-90% PEL - 5 mg/m3 TWA
(respirable fraction)
TLV - 3 mg/m3 TWA
(respirable fraction)
TLV - 10 mg/m3 TWA
(inhalable dust)
PEL - OSHA Permissable Exposure Limit. TLV - American Conference of
Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) Threshold Limit Value. TWA - 8 hour
Weighted Average. STEL-Short Term Exposure Limit.
*** SECTION III, HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ***
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
This product is non-combustible, chemically inert mineral. This mineral sample
contains a small amount of naturally-occurring crystalline silica as quartz.
Prolonged overexposure to respirable crystalline silica may cause lung disease
(silicosis). IARC, in Monograph 68, has concluded that crystalline silica
inhaled in the form of quartz from occupational sources is carcinogenic to
humans (Group 1); however, carcinogenicity was not detected in all industrial
circumstances studied. Because applications and exposure data indicate that
exposure to respirable quartz in this product with normal use is well below the
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) and ACGIH Threshold Limit Value (TLV); and
because the company is not aware of any scientific or medical data available
indicating that exposure to dust from this product under conditions of normal
use will cause silicosis or cancer; adverse effects would not be expected from
normal use of this product.
HEALTH HAZARDS
INGESTION: No adverse effects expected with unused material.
INHALATION: Inhalation of excessive concentrations of dust may cause irritation
of mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
EYE: Contact may cause mechanical irritation and possible injury.
SKIN: No adverse effects expected.
SENSITIZATION: No adverse effects expected.
CHRONIC/CARCINOGENICITY: Inhalation of excessive concentration of any dust,
including this material, may lead to lung injury. This product contains
crystalline silica. Excessive inhalation of respirable crystalline silica may
cause silicosis, a progressive, disabling and fatal disease of the lung.
Symptoms may include cough, shortness of breath, wheezing and reduced pulmonary
function. The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), in Monograph
68 has concluded that crystalline silica inhaled in the form of quartz or
cristobalite, from occupational sources is carcinogenic to humans (Group 1).
However, in making the overall evaluation, the Working Group noted that
carcinogenicity was not detected in all industrial circumstances studied.
Carcinogenicity may be dependent on inherent characteristics of the crystalline
silica or on external factors affecting its biological activity or distribution
of its polymorphs. The National Toxicology Program (NTP) classifies crystalline
silica as reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen. Because applications and
exposure data indicate the exposure to respirable quartz in this product with
normal use is well below the OSHA Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) and ACGIH
Threshold Limit Value (TLV); and because the company is not aware of any
scientific or medical data available indicating that exposure to dust from this
product under conditions of normal use will cause silicosis or cancer; adverse
effects would not be expected from normal use will cause silicosis or cancer;
adverse effects would not be expected from normal use of this product.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE:
None currently known.
*** SECTION IV, FIRST AID MEASURES ***
EYE: Immediately flush eyes with cool running water, lifting upper and lower
lids. If irritation persists or for foreign body in the eye, get immediate
medical attention.
SKIN: None needed for normal use.
INGESTION: If used material is ingested, get medical attention due to
possibility of chemical contamination. If large amount of unused material is
swallowed, get immediate medical attention.
INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.
*** SECTION V, FIREFIGHTING MEASURES ***
FLASH POINT: This product is not combustible.
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Not applicable
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use media that is appropriate for surrounding fire.
UNUSUAL FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARDS: None
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: None required.
HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS: None
*** SECTION VI, ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ***
Sweep up and collect for re-use or disposal
*** SECTION VII, HANDLING AND STORAGE ***
HANDLING: Avoid breathing dust. If clothing becomes dusty, launder before
re-use.
STORAGE: Store in a dry area.
*** SECTION VIII, EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION ***
EXPOSURE GUIDELINES: Refer to Section 2
ENGINEERING CONTROLS: For operations where the exposure limit may be exceeded,
local exhaust ventilation is recommended .
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: For operations where the exposure limit may be exceeded,
a NIOSH/MSHA approved high efficiency particulate respirator is recommended.
SKIN PROTECTION: None required for normal use.
EYE PROTECTION: Safety glasses or goggles recommended.
OTHER: None required for normal use.
*** SECTION IX, PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ***
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Gray to tan granules, no odor
PHYSICAL STATE: Solid
BOILING POINT: Not applicable
VAPOR PRESSURE: Not applicable
VAPOR DENSITY: Not applicable
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: Insoluble
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 2.2
pH: Not applicable
MELTING POINT: Not applicable
OCTANOL/WATER COEFFICIENT: Not applicable
*** SECTION X, STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ***
STABILITY: Stable
INCOMPATIBILITY: Contact of dry clay with turpentine, vegetable oil or other
unsaturated organic compounds, or with hydrofluoric acid may generate heat
and/or fire. Do not use with these compounds.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS: None
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: Will not occur
*** SECTION XI, TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ***
No data available
*** SECTION XII, ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ***
No data available
*** SECTION XIII, DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ***
Dispose in accordance with local, state and federal environmental regulations.
Unused material is suitable for disposal in sanitary landfill. Used material
may be subject to regulation, depending on the nature of the material absorbed.
Check with appropriate regulatory authority for used material containing
hazardous waste.
*** SECTION XIV, TRANSPORT INFORMATION ***
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Not regulated
UN NUMBER: Not applicable
HAZARD CLASS/PACKING GROUP: Not applicable
LABEL REQUIRED: None
*** SECTION XV, REGULATORY INFORMATION ***
CERCLA/SUPERFUND None
SARA HAZARD CATEGORY (311/312): Chronic Health
SARA 313: None
TSCA: All of the components of this product are listed on the EPA TSCA Inventory
or exempt from notification requirements.
EINECS: All of the components of this product are listed on the EINECS Inventory
or exempt from notification requirements.
EEC R&S Phrases: Not Classified as Dangerous under EEC Labeling Regulations
JAPAN MITI: All of the components of this product are existing chemical
substances as defined in the Chemical Substances Control Law.
AICS: All of the components of this product are listed on the AICS Inventory or
exempt from notification requirements.
CANADIAN DSL: All of the components of this product are listed on the Canadian
Domestic Substance. List or exempt from notification requirements.
CA PROPOSITION 65: This product contains respirable crystalline silica which is
know to the State of California to cause cancer.
*** SECTION XVI, OTHER INFORMATION ***
NFPA RATING: Health = 1 Fire = 0 Reactivity = 0
HMIS RATING: Health = 1* Fire = 0 Reactivity = 0
The information in this data sheet is believed to be accurate. However, each
purchaser should make its own test to determine the suitability of the product
for its purposes. OIL-DRI CORPORATION OF AMERICA MAKES NO WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT and assumes no responsibility for any risk
or liability arising from the use of the information or the product. Statements
about the product should not be construed as recommendations to use the product
in infringement of any patent.
It is an absorbant, not designed for dehumidification, as is damprid and drierite. It is not a good substitute, as was indicated by the first response to your post. It *can work, but not very well.
Drierite is not very expensive, and is fully reuseable. Same with DampRid.
here is a link directly from the FAQ:
http://www.multisorb.com/faqs/faqs.html#Anchor-What-47857
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