Specifications include, but are not limited to: a. The salt must conform on the requirements of ASTM D 632 for Sodium Chloride, Type 1, Grade 1, unless otherwise specified. b. The gradation must be as follows: Sieve size Weight Passing 1/2" 100% 3/8" 95-100% No. 4 20-90% No. 8 10-60% No. 30 0-15% c. All salt must be treated with an anti-caking agent d. In compliance with Tennessee Code Ann.§ 47-26-803: 1. All salt deliveries must be accurately weighed by a certified licensed public weigher. The Contractor must provide the weight ticket with each delivery. 2. Every producer and supplier of natural resources products shall have in its employ at least one (1) or more certified public weighers licensed by the department. e. Contractor must check with a TDOT Transportation Manager or equivalent Authorized User personnel and receive approval prior to the distribution of any product being manufactured outside the United States to any State of Tennessee location. f. Contractors must be either a manufacturer or an authorized distributor.