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Activated
Carbon |
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION |
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Synonyms : Charcoal Activated
CAS No. : 7440 – 44 – 0
Molecular Weight : 12.01
Chemical Formula : C |
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Composition / Information on Ingredients |
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Ingredient CAS No. Percent Hazardous
Activated Carbon 7440 - 44 - 0 90-100% Yes |
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Hazards Identification |
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Emergency Overview
Caution ! Activated Carbon affects the
Respiratory and Cardiovascular systems. |
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Potential Health Effect |
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Inhalation : No adverse effects
expected. May cause mild irritation to the
respiratory tract.
Ingestion : No adverse effects
expected. May cause mild irritation to the
gastrointestinal tract.
Skin Contact : Not expected to be a
health hazard from skin exposure. May cause
mild irritation and redness.
Eye Contact : No adverse effects
expected. May cause mild irritation,
possible reddening.
Chronic Exposure : Prolonged
inhalation
of excessive dust may produce pulmonary
disorders.
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First Aid Measures |
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Inhalation : Remove to fresh air. Get
medical attention for any breathing
difficulty.
Ingestion : Give several glasses of
water to drink to dilute. If large amounts
were swallowed, get medical advice.
Skin Contact : Not expected to
require first aid measures. Wash exposed
area with soap & water. Get medical advice
if irritation develops.
Eye Contact : Wash thoroughly with
running water. Get medical advice if
irritation develops. |
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Fire Fighting Measures |
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Fire : As with most organic solids,
fire is possible at elevated temperature or
by contact with an ignition source.
Activated carbon is difficult to ignite and
tends to burn slowly (smolder) without
producing smoke or flame. Wet Activated
Carbon depletes oxygen from the air
materials. Allowed to smolder for long
periods in enclosed spaces, may produce
amounts of carbon monoxide which, may reach
the lower explosive limit for carbon
monoxide of 12.5% in air, contact with
strong oxidizers such as ozone or liquid
oxygen may cause rapid combustion.
Explosion : Fine dust dispersed in
air in sufficient concentrations and in the
presence of an ignition source is a
potential dust explosion hazard. Minimum
explosible concentration 0.140 g/l.
Fire Extinguishing Media :
Water spray, dry chemical, alcohol foam or
carbon dioxide.
Special information :
In the event of a fire, wear full protective
clothing NIOSH-approved self-contained
breathing apparatus with full facepiece
operated in the pressure demand or other
positive pressure mode. |
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Accidental Release Measure |
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Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate
area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate
person protective equipment as specified in
Section 8. Spills: Clean up spills in a
manner that does not disperse dust into the
air. Use non-sparking tools & equipment.
Reduce airborne dust and prevent scattering
by moistening with water. Pick up spill for
recovery or disposal and place in a closed
container. Warning! Spent product may have
absorbed hazardous materials. |
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Handling and Storage |
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Keep in a tightly closed container, stored
in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect
against physical damage. Keep away from
moisture & oxidizers. Avoid dust dispersal.
Wet activated carbon deplets oxygen from the
air and therefore dangerously low levels of
oxygen may be encountered in confined
spaces. Work procedures for potentially low
oxygen areas should be followed. Containers
of this material may be hazardous when empty
since they retain product residues (dust,
solids); observe all warning & precautions
listed for the product. |
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Exposure Controls / Personal Protection |
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Airborne Exposure Limits
OSHA Permissible Exposure Limits(PELs) :
Activated Carbon (graphite, synthetic) :
total particulate = 15 mg/m3 (TWA),
respirable fraction = 5 mg/m3 (TWA)
ACGIH Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) :
Graphite, all forms except graphite fibers:
2 mg/m3 (TWA)
Ventilation System
A system of local and/or general exhaust is
recommended to keep employee exposures below
the Airborne Exposure Limits. Local exhaust
ventilation is generally preferred because
it can control the emissions of the
contaminant at its source, preventing
dispersion of it into the general work area.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved)
For conditions of use where exposure to the
dust or mist is apparent, a half-face
dust/mist respirator may be worn. For
emergencies or instances where the exposure
levels are not known, use a full-face
positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator.
WARNING: Air-purifying respirators do not
protect workers in oxygen deficient
atmosphere.
Skin Protection
Wear protective gloves and clean body –
covering clothing.
Eye Protection
Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye
wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in
work area. |
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Physical and Chemical Properties |
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Appearance : Black Powder
Odor : Odorless
Solubility : Insoluble in water
pH : 5.0 – 10.0
Specific Gravity : 1.8 – 2.1
Boiling Point : Sublimes
Melting Point : 355° C (6422F)
Vapour Density : 0.4 (Air=1)
Vapour Pressure : (mm Hg) 1 @ 3586C (6487F)
Evaporation Rate : No information found
% Volatiles by volume@21C(70F) : 0 |
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Stability and Reactivity |
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Stability :
Stable under ordinary conditions of use &
storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products :
Involvement in a fire cause formation of
carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Hazardous Polymerization :
Will not occur
Incompatibilities :
Strong oxidizers such as ozone, liquid
oxygen, chlorine, permanganate, etc. may
result in rapid combustion. Avoid contact
with strong acids.
Conditions to Avoid :
Moisture and incompatibles. |
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Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or
recycling should be managed in an
appropriate & approved waste disposal
facility. Processing use or contamination of
this product may change the waste management
options. State & local disposal regulations
may differ from federal disposal
regulations. Dispose of container & unused
contents in accordance with federal, state
and local requirements. |
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Other Information |
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Label Precautions :
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Avoid breathing dust.
Keep container closed.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Label first Aid :
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. Get medical
attention for any breathing difficulty. |
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DISCLAIMER
DESICCA CHEMICALS provides the information
contained herein good faith but makes no
representation as to its comprehensiveness
or accuracy. This document is intended only
as a guide to the appropriate precautionary
handling of the material by a properly
trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must
exercise their independent judgment in
determining its appropriateness for a
particular purposes. |
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