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INTRODUCTION

Sugarcane Bagasse, a by-product of the sugar cane sugar industry, is a fibrous

stalk which for every 10 tonnes of sugarcane crushed, a sugar factory produces nearly 3

tonnes of wet bagasse. Since bagasse is a by-product of the cane sugar industry, the

quantity of production in each country is in line with the quantity of sugarcane produced.

In the Philippines, the cane sugar industry has been a significant contributor to the

countrys agriculture sector. Sugarcane is the most used raw material for cane sugar

production in our country. In 2005, the Philippines is the 9th largest sugar producer in the

world and 2nd largest sugar producer among the Association of Southeast Asian

Nations (ASEAN) countries.

In the Philippines, there are 14 refineries with a combined capacity of 8,000

metric tons refined sugar per day, all operating adjunct to the raw mills only. These

metric tonnes of sugar refined generates about 30% as sugarcane bagasse. With improper

storage and handling of the sugarcane bagasse, it becomes easily combustible with its

organic content.

Sugarcane bagasse is one of the by-products of the cane sugar industry, even as a

by-product they have versatile applications such as a source of biofuel, a mode for

production of paper, and renewable energy source. With the abundance of sugarcane

bagasse and its wide array of availability in the Philippines, it can be used as a raw

material for the production of organic acids. Sugarcane bagasse major components are

Cellulose (46%), Hemicellulose (26%), Lignin (24%), Extractives (2%), and Ash (4%).

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With the composition of sugarcane bagasse its moisture content can reach up to a

maximum of 50% (Abril D. et. al., 2012).

According to Aravindan et al., lactic acid was first discovered by Swedish

chemist, Carl Wilhelm Scheele in 1780, who isolated the lactic acid from sour milk as

impure brown syrup and gave it a name, Mjlksyra, based on its origins. Lactic acid is

produced by humans, animals, plants and microorganism. It is the simplest hydroxyl

carboxylic acid with an asymmetrical carbon atom. Lactic acid occurs naturally in two

optical isomers D(-) and L(+) Lactic acids. L(+) is the preferred isomer in food and

pharmaceutical industries since D(-) is harmful to humans. Lactic acid has been classified

by the US Food and Drug Administration as GRAS (Generally recognized as Safe) for

use as food additive, and broad range in the application to pharmaceutical and food

industries. At present, 90 % of the world production of lactic acid is by bacterial

fermentation and the rest is produced synthetically. The worldwide market growth is

increasing every year and the production in 2006 was about 68,000 tons per year. The

worldwide market growth is expected to be between 10 % and 15 % per year.

Lactic acid bacteria are usually gram positive, non-motile, non-spore-forming

rods and cocci. They lack the ability to synthesize cytochromes and porphyrins, the

component in respiratory chains. The desirable characteristics of industrial

microorganisms are their ability to rapidly and completely ferment cheap raw materials,

requiring minimal amount of nitrogenous substances, providing high yields of preferred

stereo specific lactic acid under conditions of low pH and high temperature, production of

low amounts of cell mass and negligible amounts of other byproducts. The choice of

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organisms primarily depends on the carbohydrate to be fermented. Lactobacillus,

Rhizopus, Saccharomyces and Kluyveromyces species are said microorganisms that

produces high yield of lactic acids.

L- Lactic or PLA [Poly (lactic acid)] belongs to the family of aliphatic polyesters

commonly made from a-hydroxy-acids, and are considered biodegradable and

compostable. It is easily processed on standard plastic equipments to yield molded parts,

films or fibers (Donald, 2001). PLA can be synthesized industrially by two means either

through chemical of by microbial fermentation. However, the use of microbial

fermentation has a potential advantage in attaining pure lactic acid rather than using

chemical fermentation. PLA is degraded by simple hydrolysis of the ester bond and does

not require the presence of enzymes to catalyze this hydrolysis. The synthesis of lactic

acid into high-molecular weight PLA can follow two different routes of polymerization.

L-Lactic acid is a commonly occurring organic acid that is valuable due to its wide use in

food-related industries and its potential use in production of biodegradable polylactate

polymers. The increased use of l-lactic acid in exciting applications and its potential use

in biodegradable plastics have made l-lactic acid production an attractive investment.

Polymers of polylactic acid have finally become a commercial reality with the

construction of a world-scale plant. The cost-performance balance of PLA has resulted in

its use in many applications, including packaging, paper coating, fibers, films, and a host

of molded articles. PLA is not being used in these applications solely because of its

degradability nor because it is made from renewable resources.

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II. LACTIC ACID PROFILE

L-Lactic acid, C3H6O3, is a colorless to yellow odorless crystalline solid or syrupy

liquid organic compound. It has a molecular weight of 90.07794 g/mol, and melts at

16.8C. L-Lactic acid is soluble in water and is produced both naturally and

synthetically. It is widely used in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries.

A. Technical Specification of L-Lactic Acid

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

PRODUCT NAME L-Lactic Acid

IUPAC NAME 2-hydroxypropanoic acid

CHEMICAL FORMULA C3H6O3

FORMULA WEIGHT 90.07794 gram per mole

COMMON SYNONYMS oxyethanecarboxylic acid; 2-

Hydroxypropanoic acid;

2-Hydroxypropionic acid;

Milk acid; DL-Lactic acid;

Racemic lactic acid; alpha-

Hydroxypropionic acid; 2-Hydroxy-

2methylacetic acid

PURITY 85-88%

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

pKa VALUE 3.86

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pH 2.96 mmol/L

PHYSICAL STATE Solid/Liquid

COLOR White to light yellow crystalline solid/ clear liquid

ODOR / TASTE Odorless characteristic; mild acid taste

BOILING POINT 227.6 C at 760 mmHg

MELTING POINT 16.8C

DENSITY 1.206 g/mL at 25 C

ENTHALPY OF VAPORIZATION 54.06.0 kJ/mol

VAPOUR PRESSURE AT 25C 0.0 1.0 mmHg

SALES SPECIFICATION

GRADE Food

APPEARANCE Colorless to light yellow

PURITY 85-88%

HEAVY METALS (as Pb) 5 ppm max

IRON 5 ppm max

ARSENIC 1 ppm max

CHLORIDES 10 ppm

LEAD 0.50 ppm

MERCURY 1 ppm

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B. Product Composition: Lactic Acid

INGREDIENTS CAS NO. EINECS NO. PERCENT

Lactic acid 79-33-4 200-018-0 85%

Water 7732-18-5 231-711-2 15%

Microorganism Lactococcus lactis

C. Uses of L-Lactic Acid

Lactic acid is widely used in most processing industry. The projected market for

this product involves domestic market since there is a high demand for this product in the

country which includes food and pharmaceutical grade products.

FOOD INDUSTRY Supplemented into foods and beverages where a tart

flavor is desired, used as a non-volatile acidulant

also used as a quality indicator for egg spoilage by

contamination or incubation and wine fermentation.

CHEMICAL INDUSTRY Raw material in the production of compounds such

as polylactides and biologically degradable

polymers. Registered as a biochemical pesticide

used as a mosquito attractant

COSMETICS Component of synthetic filler used mainly to fill out

facial contours and to correct defects such as

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wrinkles, folds and furrows

D. L-Lactic Acid Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage

PACKAGING, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

CONTAINER Glass bottles

PACKAGE Drums

CONDITION Cool and well-closed

TRANSPORT Delivered in drums and glass containers

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT CLASSIFICATION Class 8

HANDLING Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure

adequate ventilation. Avoid ingestion and

inhalation. Avoid dust formation. Avoid contact

with skin, eyes and clothing. Avoid breathing

dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

STORAGE Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and

well-ventilated place.

CHEMICAL STABILITY Stable at room temperature in closed containers

under normal storage and handling conditions.

Hygroscopic: absorbs moisture or water from the

air.

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HAZARDOUS Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2)

DECOMPOSITION

PRODUCTS

CONDITIONS TO AVOID Dust generation, excess heat, exposure to moist air

or water

INCOMPATIBILITIES WITH Metals, strong oxidizing agents,

OTHER MATERIALS strong reducing agents, strong acids, bases, iodides

SHELF LIFE Lactic acid is chemically stable for many years if

stored under cool conditions. Re-test prior to use is

recommended after three (3) years.

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

FLAMMABILITY May be combustible at high temperature.

FLASH POINTS 110C (230F)

COMBUSTION PRODUCTS These products are toxic carbon oxides (CO, CO2).

FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA Small Fire: Use dry chemical powder.

AND INSTRUCTIONS Large Fire: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not

use water jet. Consult with local fire authorities

before attempting large scale fire-fighting

operations.

RISKS ARISING FROM It may emit noxious fumes.

COMBUSTION

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E. Product Safety and Disposal of L-Lactic Acid

SPILL OR LEAKAGE PROCEDURES

ENVIRONMENTAL Biodegradable product.

PRECAUTIONS

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION

WASTE DISPOSAL Place in closed container. Prevent from entering

METHOD the waterways. Spilled material may be disposed of

according to Federal, State and Local regulations.

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III. RAW MATERIALS PROFILE

1. Sugarcane Bagasse

Bagasse are often considered a by-product of sugar production from sugarcanes.

Sugarcane bagasse has properties in common with cellulose, the starch that forms

wood and paper. Sugarcane bagasse can be used as a source of renewable power

generation, cattle feed, and as a raw material to produce lactic acid.

A. Technical Specification of Sugarcane Bagasse

MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

NAME Sugarcane Bagasse

COMMON SYNONYMS Sugarcane Pulp

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE Fibrous

COLOR White/Brown

ODOUR Odourless when fresh

SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.5-1.6

YOUNGS MODULUS 8-10 Gpa

BULK DENSITY 50-75 kg/m3

SALES SPECIFICATION

GRADE Food

APPEARANCE Straw like solid

MOISTURE 45-50% max

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B. Sugarcane Bagasse Composition

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

INGREDIENT % BY WEIGHT

Cellulose 46.40%

Hemicellulose 20.90%

Lignin 18.60%

Moisture 11.40%

Ash 2.70%

C. Use of Sugarcane Bagasse

Sugarcane bagasse is used as the primary raw material for production of

lactic acid.

D. Sugarcane Bagasse Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage

PACKAGING, STORAGE AND TRANSPORT

PACKAGE Sacks, Boxes, or truckloads

CONDITION Dry and well-closed and ventilated

TRANSPORT Delivered in container

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

EXTINGUISHER MEDIA Dry agent, carbon dioxide, foam or water fog.

FLAMMABILITY Combustible. May evolve toxic gases (carbon

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oxides, hydrocarbons) when heated to

decomposition. Finely divided dust may form

explosive mixtures with air.

E. Sugarcane Bagasse Disposal and Safety

SPILL AND LEAKAGE PROCEDURE

SMALL SPILL Sweep up product.

EXPOSURE CONTROL/PERSONAL PROTECTION

ENGINEERING CONTROLS Ensure proper ventilation, especially in confined

areas. Use general or local exhaust ventilation to

maintain air concentrations below recommended

exposure limits. Prevent product from entering

drains and waterways

PPE Safety goggles, resistant clothing, boots and gloves

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2. Microorganism

Lactobacillus delbrueckii is a microbe classified informally as a Lactic Acid

Bacterium because it ferments sugar substrates (glucose) to lactic acid. Lactobacilli are

typically rod shaped cells, occurring in pairs and short chains. They are Gram-positive,

non-motile, and do not form spores. With its important applications, simple metabolism

and limited biosynthetic capabilities, what is unique to this bacterium is that it has a thich

cell wall and a cell membrane. Not only it is important in dairy production, it also has

potential of use as oral vaccine, foreign protein production and metabolite through

genetic engineering. Lactobacillus delbrueckii subsp. lactis is preferred for making soft

cheese and for fermentation purposes.

A. Technical Specification of Microorganism

MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

NAME Lactococcus lactic

COMMON SYNONYMS L. lactis, Lc. lactis,

SCIENTIFIC SPECIFICATION

KINGDOM Eubacteria

ORDER Lactobacillales

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FAMILY Lactobacillaceae

PHYLUM Firmicutes

GENUS Lactobacillus

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

pH RANGE 5-8

TEMPERATURE 25C to 30C

(GROWTH CULTURE)

YIELD 0.80-0.88 g l-lactic acid/g glucose of L. lactis

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE Solid (powder)

COLOR cream to grey

PARTICLE SIZE 0.5-1.2 um (maximum)

SHAPE rod

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B. Use of Microorganism

Source of platform chemicals (L-lactic acid, Acetic acid, Ethanol) and is also used

in production of fermented foods and alcoholic beverages

C. Microorganism Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT CLASSIFICATION Not regulated as a hazardous material

PACKAGING INFORMATION

Glass container

FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA

FLAMMABILITY Non-flammable

FIRE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Water, dry chemical, foam, or CO2.

SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING Not Applicable

PROCEDURES

FIRE AND EXPLOSION Material becomes slippery when wet

HAZARDS

D. Microorganism Disposal and Safety

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL Insure conformity with all applicable disposal

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regulations. Manage unpermitted waste

management facility. May also be flushed down

conventional sewer system.

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

SPILL AND LEAK Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a

PROCEDURES suitable disposal container.

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3. Sulfuric Acid

Sulfuric acid is a strong mineral acid with a molecular formula of H2SO4. It

dissociates readily in water to sulfate ions and hydrated protons, and is totally miscible

with water at all concentrations. The salts of sulfuric acid are called sulfates. Its historical

name is oil of vitriol. It is an oily liquid that may be clear to cloudy in

appearance. Concentrated sulfuric acid acts as both an oxidizing and dehydrating agent.

Sulfuric acid has many applications, and is a central substance in the chemical industry.

Principal uses include lead-acid batteries for cars and other vehicles, ore processing,

fertilizer manufacturing, oil refining, wastewater processing, and chemical synthesis.

A. Technical Specification of Sulfuric Acid

MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

NAME Sulfuric Acid

MOLECULAR FORMULA H2SO4

MOLECULAR WEIGHT 98.08 g/ mole

COMMON SYNONYMS Oil of Vitriol ; Dihydrogen Sulphate

PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE Liquid (Viscous / Oily)

ODOR Odorless, but has a choking odor when hot

TASTE Marked acid taste. (Strong) ; Sour (Diluted)

COLOR Clear/Colorless to cloudy appearance

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pH Acidic (1% soln/water)

2.75 (1mM) ; 1.87 (10mM) at 25C, 1 atm

BOILING POINT 270C (518F) - 340 deg. C

Decomposes at 340 deg. C

MELTING POINT -35C (-31F) to 10.36 deg. C (93% to 100% purity)

SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.835 at 20 C (93-100 %)

pKa VALUE 1.92

VAPOR DENSITY 3.4 (Air = 1)

VAPOR PRESSURE < 0.001 hPa at 20 C

0.004 hPa at 50 C

1.3 hPa at 145.8 C

SOLUBILITY Easily soluble in cold water. Sulfuric is soluble in

water with liberation of much heat. Soluble in ethyl

alcohol.

OXIDIZING PROPERTIES Powerful acidic oxidizer which can cause ignition

or explosion in contact with many materials.

B. Sulfuric Acid Composition

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

INGREDIENT % BY WEIGHT

Sulfuric Acid 95% 98%

Water 2%-5%

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C. Use of Sulfuric Acid

Used for industrial production of chemicals and cleaning agents. Also use

as catalysts and electrolytes.

D. Sulfuric Acid Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT CLASSIFICATION Class 8: Corrosive Material

IDENTIFICATION Sulfuric acid UNNA: 1830 PG: II

PACKAGING INFORMATION

INNER MATERIALS glass, plastic or metal

OUTER MATERIALS wood, fiberboard, plastic and metal

HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS Keep locked up. Keep container dry. Do not ingest.

Do not breathe gas/fumes/vapor/spray. Never add

water to this product. In case of insufficient

ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If

ingested, seek medical advice immediately and

show the container or the label. Avoid contact with

skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such

as oxidizing agents, reducing agents, combustible

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materials, organic materials, metals, acids, alkalis,

moisture. May corrode metallic surfaces. Store in a

metallic or coated fiberboard drum using a strong

polyethylene inner package.

STORAGE Hygroscopic. Reacts violently with water. Keep

container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool,

well-ventilated area. Do not store above 23C

(73.4F).

E. Sulfuric Acid Disposal and Safety

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL Sulfuric acid may be placed in sealed container

or absorbed in vermiculite, dry sand, earth, or a

similar material. It may also be diluted and

neutralized.

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4. Sodium Hydroxide

Sodium Hydroxide is a white powder with specific gravity of 2.13, easily soluble

in cold water. It has a molecular weight of 39.9971 g/mol, and boils at 13880C. Much

heat is evolved when it is dissolved in water. Therefore, cold water and caution must be

used for this process. It is very caustic to aluminum and other metals in presence of

moisture. Sodium Hydroxide is used for treatment of the fibers to remove the lignin. It

can also be used to adjust the alkalinity of process streams.

A. Technical Specification of Sodium Hydroxide

MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

NAME Sodium Hydroxide

IUPAC NAME Sodium Hydroxide

MOLECULAR FORMULA NaOH

MOLECULAR WEIGHT 39.9971 g/ mole

COMMON SYNONYMS Caustic Soda; Lye; Ascarite; White caustic; Sodium

hydrate

PURITY < 100%

PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE Deliquescent Solid

ODOR Odorless

COLOR White

SPECIFIC GRAVITY 2.13

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BOILING POINT 1388o C

MELTING POINT 323 o C

pH 13.5

WATER SOLUBILITY 41.8 g/100 mL (0 C)

111 g/100 mL (20 C)

337 g/100 mL (100 C)

STD. ENTHALPY OF

FORMATION fHo at 298 427 kJmol1

STD. MOLAR

ENTROPY So at 298 64 Jmol1K1

B. Sodium Hydroxide Composition

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

INGREDIENT % BY WEIGHT

Sodium Hydroxide 100%

C. Use of Sodium Hydroxide

Used as alkali pretreatment of the fibers and for the adjustment of the

alkalinity of the system.

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D. Sodium Hydroxide Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT CLASSIFICATION Class 8: Corrosive material

IDENTIFICATION Sodium hydroxide, solid UNNA: 1823 PG: II

PACKAGING INFORMATION

Containers must be tightly closed to prevent the conversion of NaOH to sodium

carbonate by the CO2 in air.

HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS Keep container dry. Do not breathe dust. Never add

water to this product. Avoid contact with skin and

eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as

oxidizing agents, reducing agents, metals, acids,

alkalis, moisture.

STORAGE Hygroscopic. Keep container tightly closed. Keep

container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

E. Sodium Hydroxide Disposal and Safety

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL Review federal, provincial, and local government

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requirements prior to disposal. Disposal by

controlled incineration or secure landfill may be

acceptable.

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5. Calcium Carbonate

Calcium Carbonate, CaCO3, is a white colored solid exists in the form of

crystals, powder, or chunk, found naturally as minerals in the form of

polymorphs, that is, aragonite, calcite, and vaterite. It has a specific gravity of

2.83 and melting point of 825C. Calcium carbonate is a major constituent of

limestone, marbles, chalks, oyster shells, and corals. Calcium carbonate obtained

from its natural sources is used as filler in a variety of products, such as ceramics

and glass, and as a starting material for the production of calcium oxide. The vast

majority of calcium carbonate used in industry is extracted by mining or

quarrying. Calcium Carbonate is stable in normal conditions, and is incompatible

with fluorine, ammonium salts, alum.

A. Technical Specification of Calcium Carbonate

MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

NAME Calcium Carbonate

MOLECULAR FORMULA CaCO3

MOLECULAR WEIGHT 100.09 g/ mole

COMMON SYNONYMS Limestone, marble, calcite, chalk, carbonic acid,

calcium salt, blackboard chalk

PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE Powdered (white solids)

ODOR Odorless

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TASTE Marked acid taste. (Strong) ; Sour (Diluted)

COLOR Clear/Colorless to cloudy appearance

pH Acidic (1% soln/water)

2.75 (1mM) ; 1.87 (10mM) at 25C, 1 atm

MELTING POINT 1339 deg. C (93% to 100% purity)

SPECIFIC GRAVITY 2.71 at 20 C (93-100 %)

pKa VALUE 9.0

SOLUBILITY Insoluble in water. Calcium carbonate is soluble in

dilute acid.

OXIDIZING PROPERTIES Powerful acidic oxidizer which can cause ignition

or explosion in contact with many materials.

B. Calcium Carbonate Composition

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

INGREDIENT % BY WEIGHT

Calcium Carbonate 98.25%

Moisture 1.25%

C. Use of Calcium Carbonate

Calcium carbonate is added to the medium to neutralize the lactic

acid as it is formed, since the fermentation stops if the acid accumulates. It is

also used to maintain the mechanical structure of the fermenting organisms.

which improves the yield of the desired product.

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D. Calcium Carbonate Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT CLASSIFICATION Not Classified as a hazardous material

IDENTIFICATION Calcium Carbonate White

PACKAGING INFORMATION

MATERIALS Natural kraft paper or in pallet

HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS Never weigh out in the storage room.

Do not breathe dust. Handle in well ventilated areas.

Eliminate all sources of ignition, and do not

generate flames or sparks. Keep away from

reducing agents (e.g. amines), acids, alkalis and

heavy metal compounds (e.g. accelerators, driers,

metal soaps). Keep product and emptied container

away from heat and sources of ignition.

Confinement must be avoided. Avoid Incompatible

materials. Keep container tightly closed. Keep

container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Hygroscopic, for maximum quality store below 30

C.

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STORAGE Keep container tightly closed.

Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Hygroscopic, for maximum quality store below 30

C.

E. Calcium Carbonate Disposal and Safety

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL Waste must be disposed of in

accordance with federal, state and local

environmental control regulations.

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IV. BY-PRODUCT PROFILE

Crude Calcium Sulfate

Calcium Sulfate is a calcium salt which occurs abundantly in the natural

environment and also appears as a byproduct of some industrial processes. In

nature, calcium sulfate is a clear white rock. It is often sold in the form of a

powder, which may be mixed with an indicator dye which stains the powder when

it is exposed to water. It can also be sold in blocks, which are typically rough and

unfinished as people will be modifying the block for an intended use. In nature,

calcium sulfate is quarried from a number of sites around the world. It also comes

in two primary forms: an anhydrous form and a hydrous form. The different forms

have a wide range of applications, ranging from making casts for treatment of

fractured limbs to creating works of art.

A. Technical Specification of Crude Calcium Sulfate

BY-PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

NAME Calcium Sulfate

IUPAC NAME Calcium Sulfate

CAS NUMBER 7778-18-9

MOLECULAR FORMULA CaSO

MOLECULAR WEIGHT 136.14 g/mol

COMMON SYNONYMS Calcium Salt (inorganic), Plaster of Paris,

Anhydrite, Gypsum

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PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

PHYSICAL STATE Sludge

ODOR Odorless

SOLUBILITY Slightly soluble in water and most organic solvents

B. Calcium Sulfate Composition

MATERIAL COMPOSITION

INGREDIENT % BY WEIGHT

Calcium Sulfate 80

C. Use of Crude Calcium Sulfate

Crude Calcium sulfate is the by-product of the lactic acid production process

which could have a possible market in the industry which includes fertilizer production

by further purification.

D. Crude Calcium Sulfate Transport, Packaging, Handling and Storage


TRANSPORT INFORMATION
E.

DOT CLASSIFICATION Not regulated as a hazardous material

HANDLING AND STORAGE

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PRECAUTIONS Use with adequate ventilation. Wash hands

thoroughly after handling.

STORAGE Store in General Storage Area [Green Storage] with

other items with no specific storage hazards. Store

in a cool, dry, well-ventilated, locked store room

away from incompatible materials.

F. Crude Calcium Sulfate Disposal

DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

WASTE DISPOSAL Check with all applicable local, regional, and

national laws and regulations. Local regulations

may be more stringent than regional or national

regulations. Small amounts of this material may be

suitable for sanitary sewer or trash disposal.

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