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Material Safety Data Sheet

Section I - Identity

Identity (As Used on Label and List): Activated Carbon, (Powdered, Granular or Pelletized)

Manufacturers Name: General Carbon Corporation

33 Paterson Street

Paterson , NJ 07501

Tel: (973) 523-2223

Date Prepared: April 15, 1997

Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information

Hazardous Components (Specific Chemical Identity: Common Name)

Other Limits

OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV Recommended %

Carbon: Activated Carbon N/A N/A N/A 100%

This Product Is Non-Hazardous According To The Definition For "Health Hazard" And "Physical Hazard" Provided In The OSHA Hazard Communication Law (29 CFR Part 1910).

Section III - Physical/Chemical Characteristics

Boiling Point: N/A

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): N/A

Vapor Density (AIR = 1): N/A

Specific Gravity (H20 = 1): 2.3 g/cc real density

Melting Point: N/A

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) N/A

Solubility in Water: Insoluble

Appearance and Odor: Solid Black, Powder, Granule or Pellet, Odorless

Section IV - Fire and Explosion Hazard Data

Flash Point (Method Used): N/A

Flammable Limits: N/A

LEL: N/A

UEL: N/A

Extinguishing Method: Flood with copious amounts of water or use foam, CO2 or Dry Chemical

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None

Unusual Fire And Explosion Hazards: Contact with strong oxidizers such as ozone, liquid oxygen, chlorine, permanganate, etc. may result in fire.

Section V - Reactivity Data

Stability: Stable

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): Strong oxidizers; i.e., ozone, oxygen, chlorine, permanganate, etc.

Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts: Carbon Monoxide may be generated in the event of fire.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur

Section VI - Health Hazard Data

Routes of Entry: Inhalation: Yes

Skin: Yes

Ingestion: Yes

Health Hazard (Acute and Chronic): Acute inhalation is LC50 (RAT) is 64.4 mg/l (nominal concentration) for activated carbon. The product is not a primary skin-irritant. The primary skin irritation index Rabbit is 0. The product is non-toxic through ingestion. The acute oral LD50 RAT is 10 g/kg.

Carcinogenicity: N/A

NTP: N/A

IARC Monographs: N/A

OSHA Regulated: N/A

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure: N/A

Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Contact Lens Users Without Proper Eye Protection

Emergency and First Aid Procedures: Eyes - Flush With Water For At Least 15 Minutes

Skin - Wash With Soap And Water

Section VII - Precautions For Safe Handling and Use

Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released Or Spilled: Sweep up unused carbon and discard in refuse container or repackage. Use mask to avoid breathing dust.

Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of unused carbon in refuse container. Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

Precautions To Be Taken In Handling And Storing: Wet activated carbon removes oxygen from air causing a severe hazard to workers inside carbon vessels and enclosed or confined spaces. Do not get in eyes, or on skin or clothing. Do not breathe dust.

Other Precautions: Before entering such an area, sampling and work procedures for low oxygen levels should be taken to ensure ample oxygen availability, observing all local, state and federal regulations.

Section VIII - Control Measures

Respiratory Protections (specify type): NIOSH approved particulate filter respirator is recommended if excessive dust is generated.

Ventilation: Local Exhaust: recommended

Mechanical (General): recommended

Special: N/A

Other: N/A

Protective Gloves: Rubber gloves recommended

Eye Protection: Safety goggles/glasses recommended

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: None

Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash thoroughly after handling.

The information contained herein is accurate to the best of our knowledge. General Carbon Corporation makes no warranty with respect hereto said information and disclaims all liability from reliance there on.

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