MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION AND USE
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (PIN):
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Charcoal, Activated USP CH100X
PRODUCT USE
MANUFACTURERS NAME: SUPPLIERS NAME:
Xenex Labs XENEX LABORATORIES INC.
STREET ADDRESS: STREET ADDRESS:
2402 CANOE AVENUE
CITY: PROVINCE: CITY: PROVINCE:
COQUITLAM B.C.
POSTAL CODE: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO: POSTAL CODE: EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NO:
SPE100 V3K 6C2 (CHEMTREC) 1-800-424-9300
SECTION 2 - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS
% CAS NUMBER LD50 / LC50 OF INGREDIENT
/ CHEMICAL FORMULA
(SPECIFY SPECIES) (SPECIFY ROUTE AND DOSE)
Charcoal, Activated USP 100 7440-44-0 Not Available Not Available
C
SECTION 3 - PHYSICAL DATA
PHYSICAL STATE AND APPEARANCE ODOR TASTE ODOR THRESHOLD (ppm)
Solid (Powdered Solid, Black) Odorless Not Available Not Available
MELTING POINT (C) BOILING POINT (C) VAPOR PRESSURE VAPOR DENSITY VOLATILITY
3500掳C (6332掳F) Not Available Not Applicable Not Available Not Available
pH SPECIFIC GRAVITY COEFF. WATER/OIL DIST. DISPERSION PROPERTIES / SOLUBILITY
Not Available 3.51 Not Available Insoluble in water.
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
NO YES
FLAMMABILITY IF YES, UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS?
Flammable Highly flammable in presence of open flames, sparks, of heat. Flammable / combustible material. May be
ignited by friction, heat, sparks, flames. May reignite after fire is extinguished. Freshly prepared material may heat
spontaneously in the air, and presence of water accelerates this.
Material in powder form, capable of creating a dust explosion (forming explosive mixtures in air) when exposed to heat,
flame, or ammonium nitrate + heat. ammonium tetrachloride at 240 C, bromates, Ca(OCl) 2, chlorates, Cl2,
(Cl2 + Cr(OCl)2), ClO, F2, iodates, IO5, (Pb(NO3)2, HgNO3, HNO3, (oils + air), (potassium + air), Na2S,
Zn(NO3)2.
MEANS OF EXTINCTION
SMALL: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do NOT use water jet.
FLASHPOINT (C) AND METHOD FLAMMABLE LIMITS (% BY VOLUME) CRITICAL TEMPERATURE
Not Available UPPER: Not Available LOWER: Not Available 6810掳C (12290掳F)
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE (C) HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
452掳C (845.6掳F) (CO,CO2) Oxides of carbon. Some halogenated compounds.
SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
YES NO IF NO, UNDER WHICH CONDITIONS?
CHEMICAL STABILITY
The product is stable - Avoid Heat, Ignition sources, (flames, sparks), air. Incompatible materials.
NO YES
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES IF SO, WHICH ONES?
Reactive with oxidizing agents, metals, acids.
REACTIVITY, AND UNDER WHAT CONDITIONS
Incompatible with air, unsaturated oils, 2-Nitrobenzaldehyde, strong oxidizers such as fluorine, chlorine trifluoride, and
potassium peroxide.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likley. However, long term degradation products may arise.
The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CH100X
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Charcoal, Activated USP
SECTION 6 - TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
ROUTE OF ENTRY
INGESTION
INHALATION
SKIN CONTACT SKIN ABSORPTION EYE CONTACT
EFFECTS OF ACUTE EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Eyes: May cause eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: May cause aspiration pneumonitis, vomiting, decreased gastrointestinal transit time, gastrointestinal
obstruction, constipation, a charcoal-containing empyema, intestinal perforation, charcoal deposits in the esophageal and
gastric mucosa, rectal ulcer.
EFFECTS OF CHRONIC EXPOSURE TO PRODUCT
The substance is toxic to mucous membranes.
The substance may be toxic to lungs.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage.
Skin: Chronic skin exposure can result in clogging of hair follicles, rendering them black.
Inhalation: Chronic inhalation can cause carbon particles to accumulate in the lungs. It may cause a pneumoconiosis
called "Black Lung Disease" or "Coal Workers Pneumoconiosis". This is seen in coal workers, but no evidence has been
found for the equivalent with occupational exposure to activated carbon (charcoal).
EXPOSURE LIMITS
TWA: 5 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Respirable.
TWA: 3.5 (mg/m3) from ACGIH (TLV) [United States] Inhalation Respirable.
TWA: 4 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] Inhalation Respirable.
TWA: 10 (mg/m3) [United Kingdom (UK)] Inhalation Total.
TWA: 2 (mg/m3) [Canada] Inhalation Respirable.
TWA: 15 (mg/m3) from OSHA (PEL) [United States] Inhalation Total.
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
SYNERGISTIC PRODUCTS
IRRITANCY OF PRODUCT SENSITIZATION OF PRODUCT
Yes Not Available Not Available
REPRODUCTIVE TOXICITY MUTAGENICITY
TERATOGENICITY CARCINOGENICITY
Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available
SECTION 7 - PREVENTATIVE MEASURE
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
GLOVES (SPECIFY) RESPIRATOR (SPECIFY) EYE (SPECIFY)
Yes ( impervious ) Approved / Certified respirator Safety goggles, face shield
FOOTWEAR (SPECIFY) CLOTHING (SPECIFY) OTHER (SPECIFY)
No Coveralls / Lab coat Eyewash equipment nearby
ENGINEERING CONTROLS (SPECIFY eg. VENTILATION, ENCLOSED PROCESS)
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user
operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
LEAK AND SPILL PROCEDURE
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container.
Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Obtain advice on use of water as spilled
material may react with it. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources.
Cover with wet earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration
above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
WASTE DISPOSAL
According to local, provincial, and federal regulations.
HANDLING PROCEDURES AND EQUIPMENT
eep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe dust. Keep away from incompatibles such
as oxidizing agents, metals, acids.
STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep in a cool and ventilated area away from combustible materials. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).
SPECIAL SHIPPING INFORMATION
DOT CLASS 4.2: Spontaneously combustible substance.
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
CH100X
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER
Charcoal, Activated USP
SECTION 8 - FIRST AID MEASURES
SPECIFIC MEASURES
Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if
SKIN
irritation develops. Wash clothing before reuse, thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of
EYES
water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
If inhaled remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
INHALATION
oxygen. Get medical attention.
INGESTION Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as collar, tie, belt or waistband. If
large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Get medical attention
if symptoms appear.
IF IRRITATION PERSISTS AND IN ALL OTHER CASES, GET IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION.
SECTION 9 - PREPARATION DATE OF M.S.D.S.
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packa
If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the us
responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical
data judged to be reliable, Xenex Laboratories Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
PREPARED BY (GROUP, DEPARTMENT, ETC.) PHONE NUMBER DATE:
CONTROL DEPARTMENT (604) 552 3031 April 28 2008
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