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Product Name: Activated Carbon
Chemical Formula: C
Synonyms: Activated Charcoal, Carbon Black, Carbo Activatus
Recommended Use: Water and air purification, gas treatment, food and beverage processing
Manufacturer Contact: Supplier contact information available upon request
Emergency Phone Number: Chemtrec or local agency
CAS Number: 7440-44-0
REACH Registration Number: Listed by relevant authorities
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria; dust may pose mechanical hazard
Physical Hazards: Fine powder may present explosion risk in air; respiratory irritation possible
Health Hazards: Prolonged inhalation can cause mild respiratory discomfort; dry skin or eye irritation may occur
Environmental Hazards: Low environmental toxicity; large spills in water can deplete oxygen
Signal Word: No signal word required
Pictograms: None required for GHS
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, use adequate ventilation, wear proper protective equipment in dusty conditions
Chemical Name: Activated Carbon
Common Name: Activated Charcoal
CAS Number: 7440-44-0
Concentration: >95%
Impurities: Trace residual ash or moisture, regulated well below hazardous limits
Hazardous Components: None requiring special mention under typical product purity
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms appear
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with mild soap and water; seek medical advice for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with running water for several minutes; remove contact lenses when present and continue rinsing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; medical attention recommended if discomfort occurs
Most Important Symptoms: Dust exposure can trigger coughing or mild irritation of eyes and skin
Notes for Doctors: Treat symptomatically; advise monitoring for respiratory symptoms in case of heavy dust exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Water mist advised for controlling dust in event of fire
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid solid water streams
Special Fire Hazards: Fine carbon dust can form explosive mixtures with air; combustion yields CO, CO2, and potentially minor SOx or NOx
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and full turnout gear
Additional Advice: Remove containers from fire zone if safe to do so; avoid inhaling combustion products and smoke
Personal Protection: Equip respiratory protection, goggles, and gloves
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, or soil; large releases can negatively affect aquatic oxygen levels
Cleanup Methods: Vacuum up spillage or sweep, minimize dust creation, collect in sealed containers for recovery or disposal
Decontamination: Rinse surfaces with water to remove fine residues; ventilate area afterward
Waste Disposal: Recycle or dispose through licensed facilities; avoid dispersal into the environment
Precautions for Handling: Avoid contact with eyes and skin; minimize dust using local exhaust and enclosed transfer; prohibit smoking or ignition sources in handling areas
Safe Storage Conditions: Keep containers dry, tightly closed, protected from moisture, heat, and sources of ignition; store away from strong oxidizers and acids
Packaging Materials: Use original packaging or moisture-proof, antistatic containers to protect product integrity
General Hygiene: Wash hands after handling, avoid eating or drinking while handling
Technical Measures: Ground equipment to prevent static discharge, install dust control systems in bulk handling zones
Occupational Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL: 15 mg/m3 (total dust), 5 mg/m3 (respirable fraction); ACGIH TLV: 3 mg/m3 (inhalable particulate); local regulations may apply
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, dust collection equipment, and enclosure where feasible
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear NIOSH-approved respirators if dust exposure cannot be avoided; choose tight-fitting safety goggles and chemical-resistant gloves; wear dust-proof clothing in high-exposure zones
Protective Measures: Remove contaminated clothing; shower after work shifts; ensure eyewash stations and emergency showers are easily accessible
Appearance: Black powder, granules, or pellets
Odor: Odorless or faint earthy aroma
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (pH 5–8 in suspension)
Melting Point: >3,500°C (essentially non-melting)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not applicable
Explosive Limits: Dust may form flammable or explosive mixtures in air at concentrations above 50 g/m3
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 450°C–950°C depending on granule size and impurities
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility: Insoluble in water and organic solvents
Bulk Density: 0.3–0.7 g/cm3 variable by grade
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Stable at normal conditions, decomposes above 500°C in absence of air
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and use
Thermal Decomposition: May emit carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide at high temperature; charring possible
Conditions to Avoid: Open flames, static discharge, sparks, elevated humidity
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers like potassium permanganate, nitric acid, strong acids
Hazardous Reactions: Rapid oxidation, possible ignition in presence of powerful oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Smoke, carbon oxides, trace organic compounds depending on contamination
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and inhalation toxicity; not classified as toxic
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause dryness or mild irritation after prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Dust may cause mechanical irritation or redness
Respiratory Sensitization: Not proven to sensitize but frequent exposure increases risk of airway irritation
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of systemic toxicity or carcinogenicity from recommended use
Other Effects: Existing respiratory illnesses may worsen with repeated inhalation exposure; not mutagenic or reproductive toxin
Ecotoxicity: Environmentally stable; harmful only in bulk spills which reduce aquatic oxygen levels by adsorbing dissolved oxygen
Persistence and Degradability: Chemically stable; will not decompose in environment
Bioaccumulation: Does not bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: Very low mobility due to insolubility; remains where deposited
Other Adverse Effects: No evidence of direct toxicity to soil organisms, aquatic life, or terrestrial animals at normal release levels
Waste Disposal Methods: Recycle unused product where possible; dispose in lined landfill or by incineration in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Remove solid product, rinse containers thoroughly before recycling or disposal
RCRA Status: Not a hazardous waste unless combined with hazardous materials in application
Precautions: Do not release to sewer or surface water, avoid dust in closed spaces during disposal operations
UN Number: Not officially classified as hazardous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Carbon, Activated
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated as dangerous good
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Packaging must prevent dust escape and moisture ingress; label containers to indicate not to ship near strong oxidizers
ADR/RID/IMDG/IATA Classification: Not classified under standard codes; meet local and international transport regulations for non-hazardous solids
Environmental Hazards: None assigned for transport, ensure spill measures are available during bulk shipment
TSCA: Listed on the US EPA TSCA Inventory
REACH: Previously registered, full registration available under ECHA
OSHA: Respirable dust regulated under OSHA PELs
WHMIS: Not a controlled product
Labeling: No specific labeling required under GHS; include dust hazard precautions
Other Regulations: Product and waste streams must comply with applicable federal, state, and local rules for workplace safety, air quality, and water protection
