General Information
Revision date
2015-02-24
Product name
ACTIVATED CARBON - Coal Based (STP-460)
Product Synonyms
ACTIVATED CARBON – Coal Based (STP-460)
CAS No.
68647-86-9
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
According to Manufacturer’s recommendation
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
CALIFORNIA CARBON CO., INC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
CCarbon2@aol.com
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA Regulatory Status Key to Ratings OSHA Regulatory Status: Not regulated 4 = Extreme/Severe
HMIS® ratings
Health – 0 3 = High/Serious (NFPA) Flammability – 1 2 = Moderate Reactivity – 0 1 = Slight Special – n/a W = Water Reactive OX = Oxidizer Protective Equipment: Safety glasses with side shield or goggles, gloves, long sleeve shirt or lab coat, long pants recommended.
Potential health effects
See Section IV
Environmental effects
See Section XII
Hazard pictograms
Eye Irritation Category 2B Contact may cause eye irritation. Dust may be slightly irritating to eyes Respiratory Irritation Category 3 and respiratory track. Wet activated carbon removes oxygen from air causing a severe hazard to workers in enclosed or confined space.
Prevention
Avoid generation of dust during handling. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use in a well-ventilated area.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air. IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present. Continue rinsing.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Container Labeling: Not implemented at this time.
