SDS

SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date of issue: 04/01/2016, Version: 1.0, English (EN)
Date of Issue: April 1, 2016
www.indeckpellets.com
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SECTION 1: Identification
1.1. Identification
Product form
:
Wood Pellets
Trade name
:
Indeck Energy Wood Pellet Fuel
1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
:
This fuel is to be used in a pellet burning appliance only (Biomass/Heating Fuel)
Uses advised against
:
Not for human or animal consumption
1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Indeck Ladysmith, LLC
1951 Meadowbrook Road
Ladysmith, WI 54848 - USA
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
1.4. Emergency telephone number
Emergency number
:
715-532-3042
SECTION 2: Hazard(s) identification
2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture
GHS-US classification
Not classified
2.2. Label elements
GHS-US labeling
No labeling applicable
2.3. Other hazards
Other hazards which do not result in
classification
:
Wood dust is not expected in wood pellet form. If user activity generates wood dust, it may
cause irritation of the eyes, skin or respiratory tract and may cause cancer.
2.4. Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)
Not applicable
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1. Substance
Name
:
Indeck Energy Wood Pellet Fuel
Name
Product identifier
%
GHS-US classification
Wood chips/sawdust (various types)*
N/A
100
Not classified
*This product is made from 100% wood that is compressed to form densified wood pellets. There are no additives or binders used. Product is
not expected to be hazardous in pellet form.
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures general
:
Wood Pellets are considered a benign product for most people. However, individuals with a
propensity for allergic reactions may experience reaction
s and should contact their physician to
establish the best remedial action to take if reaction occurs.
First-aid measures after inhalation
:
Wood Pellets are unlikely to be inhaled. Seek medical advice/attention if you feel unwell.
First-aid measures after skin contact
:
Wood Pellets are not normally irritating to skin.
First-aid measures after eye contact
:
If wood pellets contact eye(s), rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids.
Seek medical attention if pain, blinking or redness persists.
First-aid measures after ingestion
:
If wood pellets are swallowed, rinse mouth with water (do not swallow). Seek medical
attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries
:
Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
If user op
erations generate wood dust, it may cause eye or skin irritation. Possible allergic
reaction may occur if wood dust is inhaled. Wood dust may cause cancer if dust is inhaled.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Treat symptomatically.