Oclansorb is 100% organic and non-toxic material which absorbs oil on contact. This oil absorbent is biodegradable and can be used on land and on water. Oclansorb is made from sphagnum peat moss and will absorb oil and hydrocarbons but not water. It is 15 times more absorbent than clay, translating into one 18 pound bag of Oclansorb being as effective as 450 pounds of clay. This improves the efficiency of clean-up operations as only 1 bag of Oclansorb replaces the shipping and handling of nine 50 pound bags of clay. On land, apply Oclansorb over the area with hydrocarbon contamination and lightly brush the Oclansorb around. The surface can be dry or wet, as Oclansorb does not absorb water. The oil is absorbed on contact, and the captured volumes can be disposed of in landfills or incinerated (as approved by local authorities). On water, cover the oil with Oclansorb as completely as possible. In wavy or flowing conditions, a boom should be used to concentrate the oil. The hydrocarbon will absorb on contact with Oclansorb, and mixing the material to expose more surface area to the hydrocarbons increases absorption.