Ecologix Environmental Systems, LLC
120 Ansley Way
Roswell, GA 30075
Toll Free: 888-326-2020 Tel: 770.993.8292 Fax: 770.993.8824
Email: info@ecologixsystems.com Web Site: www.ecologixsystems.com
SECTION 1: Ecologix Environmental Systems, LLC
120 Ansley Way
Roswell, GA 30075
EMERGENCY PHONE: (888) 326-2020
CHEMICAL NAME: Carbon CAS REGISTRY NO.: 7440-44-0
TRADE NAME: Activated/Reactivated Carbon
FORMULA: C (Granular, Pelletized or Powdered)
COMMON NAME: Carbon
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Element, Group IV-A
SECTION 2 INGREDIENTS: (Typical Values)
Carbon--------------------------------------90-100%
Inert Ingredients------------------------------------0- 10%
SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA
? Boiling point: 8721 F, 4827 C (approx.)
? Vapor pressure: N/A
? Vapor density: N/A
? Solubility in water: Insoluble
? Specific gravity (H2O = 1): .2 - .75
? Percent, volatile by volume: N/A
? Evaporation rate: N/A
? Appearance: Black, odorless; granular, pelletized, powder
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
? Flash point: N/A
? Ignition point: 500-800 F
? Extinguishing media: Dry chemical, water fog, foam
? Special fire fighting procedures: Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus if fire occurs
in enclosed space. Oxygen starved fires may result in the release of carbon monoxide.
? Unusual fires and explosion hazards: Avoid producing suspensions of dust during handling, and avoid
exposure of suspensions to sources of ignition. Suspensions of -40 mesh powdered activated carbon
may explode if exposed to strong sources of ignition.
Rev. Feb. 2, 2001
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SECTION 5 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
? Eye: Carbon particles may cause physical irritation if not removed.
? Skin contact: Constant prolonged exposure may cause dryness or chapping of exposed area.
? Skin adsorption: Not adsorbed by skin.
? Ingestion: No adverse affect unless quantity ingested causes physical discomfort.
? Inhalation: No toxic affect caused by dust. As with any dust, excessive exposure should be
avoided. OSHA "nuisance dust" limitations should be observed.
? Systemic and other effects: None
? Eyes: Irrigate with water immediately. Repeat as needed to flush particle from eye. If
irritation persists, consult medical personnel.
? Skin: Wash with soap and water to avoid skin drying or chapping.
? Ingestion: N/A
? Inhalation: N/A
SECTION 6 - REACTIVITY DATA COMPATABILITY DATA
?Stability: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing chemicals, such as ozone, perchloric acid,
permanganate, sodium chlorite, etc. Exposure to hydrocarbons and vegetable oils may
cause slow oxidation until ignition point is reached. --Contact should be avoided.
?Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing materials.
?Hazardous decomposition products: Oxygen starved combustion may yield carbon monoxide.
?Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 7 - STORAGE HANDLING AND USE
?Action to take for spills: Shovel and sweep material into appropriate container. If necessary
wash area with water.
?Disposal method: Reactivation, landfill or incineration, in accordance with applicable
regulations.
SECTION 8 - PERSONNEL PROTECTION
?Ventilation: Local exhaust recommended to minimize dust exposure.
?Respiratory protection: Approved "nuisance dust" dust masks should be worn in dust
exposure areas.
?Protective clothing: Protective gloves can be worn.
?Eye protection: Safety glasses with side shields should be worn and eye wash capabilities
should be available.
SECTION 9 - SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Precautions to be taken in handling and storage: Keep dry; wet carbon will adsorb oxygen and
may reduce oxygen levels in confined spaces to dangerous levels. Adequate ventilation and
precautions should be employed whenever closed tanks, receptacles or other enclosed spaces
containing carbon are accessed. Suspensions of dust should be avoided and exposure of
suspensions of dust
Rev. Feb. 2, 2001
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