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Synonyms: Activated carbon; Charcoal, activated
CAS No.: 7440-44-0
Molecular Weight: 12.01
Chemical Formula: C
Product Codes: 921
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Steam Activated Carbon 7440-44-0 90 - 100% Yes
Potential Health Effects
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.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:No information found.
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 and water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact: Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if
irritation develops.
Fire: As with most organic solids, fire is possible
at elevated temperatures 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 and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full
facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal 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 and 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.
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry,
ventilated area. Protect against physical damage. Keep away from moisture and
oxidizers. Avoid dust dispersal.
Wet activated carbon depletes 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 warnings and precautions listed for
the product.
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. Please refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A
Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
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 atmospheres.
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.
Appearance: Fine black powder.
Odor: Odorless.
Solubility: Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity:1.8 - 2.1
pH: 5.0-10.0
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):0
Boiling Point: Sublimes.
Melting Point:3550C (6422F)
Vapor Density (Air=1): 0.4
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 1 @ 3586C (6487F)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use
and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Involvement in a fire causes 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.
Investigated as a reproductive effector.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Steam Activated Carbon (7440-44-0) No No None
Environmental Fate: No information found.
Environmental Toxicity: No information found.
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
Not regulated.
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Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Steam Activated Carbon (7440-44-0) Yes Yes No Yes
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--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Steam Activated Carbon (7440-44-0) Yes Yes No Yes
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-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Steam Activated Carbon (7440-44-0) No No No No
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-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Steam Activated Carbon (7440-44-0) No No No
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