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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Activated Carbon
Section 01 - Product And Company Information

Product Identifier …………………….. Activated carbon (all grades)

Product Use ……………………………. Water purification, gold recovery, air scrubbing

Supplier Name……………………….… ClearTech Industries Inc.

1500 Quebec Avenue
Saskatoon, SK. Canada
S7K 1V7

Prepared By................……………..…. ClearTech Industries Inc. Technical Department

Phone: 800-387-7503

24-Hour Emergency Phone…………. Phone: (306) 664 – 2522

Alternative Phone: (800) 387-7503

Section 02 - Composition / Information on Ingredients

Ingredients....…………....................... Activated Carbon 100%

CAS Number...................…….…….... Activated Carbon 7440-44-0

Synonym (s)...................…………….. Activated granular carbon, activated powdered carbon, pelleted activated
carbon, activated charcoal, graphite, graphite carbon, carbon, mineral
carbon.

Section 03 - Hazard Identification

Inhalation...................………….…..... May cause irritation to the lungs and mucous membranes. Although
considered non-toxic through inhalation, avoid inhalation of dust.

Skin Contact / Absorption…….….... Avoid prolonged contact with skin.

Eye Contact................………….….... May cause eye irritation.

Ingestion.....................……………….. Not a likely route of exposure. Non-toxic through ingestion.

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Exposure Limits……………………... OSHA/PEL-T-TWA= Not established.

ACGIH/TLV-TWA= Not established.

Section 04 - First Aid Measures

Inhalation....................……………….. Remove victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration only if breathing has
stopped. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.

Skin Contact / Absorption………….. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water.
Seek medical attention if irritation occurs or persists.

Eye Contact..................…………….... Contact lenses should never be worn when working with this product.
Flush immediately with water for at least 20 minutes. Forcibly hold eyelids
apart to ensure complete irrigation of eye tissue. Seek immediate medical
attention.
Ingestion......................………………..Give 1 cup of warm water to drink. Do not induce vomiting. Seek
immediate medical attention.

Additional Information.....…………... Not available

Section 05 - Fire Fighting Measures

Conditions of Flammability………..... Potential combustible hazard. Powdered material may form explosive
dust-air mixture, which can be ignited by a spark heat or flame. Powdered
form is self-heating and may catch fire. Dry activated carbon burns slowly
in air hotter than 450°C. Organic impurities lower the autoignition
temperature and increase the ignition hazard. Powdered dry activated
carbon accumulates static charge. When evaluating the dust explosion
hazard of a specific process or sample of material, the important factors
to consider include: particle size and shape, dust concentration, the
nature of any impurities, oxygen concentration, humidity, and extent of
containment. Wet activated carbon removes oxygen from air and can
lower the concentration of oxygen inside vessels containing carbon and
other confined spaces. During a fire, toxic gases are generated.
Means of Extinction........…………..... Small fires: Carbon dioxide dry chemical powder,sand.
Large fires: regular foam.

NOTE: Violent steam generation and frothing may occur on direct

application of water stream.
Flash Point....………………………….. Not applicable.

Auto-ignition Temperature………….. ~ 300°C [Depends on particle size and physical form.]

Upper Flammable Limit ……………... Not applicable.

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Lower Flammable Limit...……….…... Not applicable.

Hazardous Combustible Products.... Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Contact with strong oxidizers
(ozone, liquid oxygen) may cause rapid combustion. Other material
adsorbed onto the carbon may also be released.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures...... Wear NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus and protective
clothing.

Wet activated carbon removes oxygen from air and can lower the
concentration of oxygen inside vessels containing carbon and other
confined spaces. During a fire, toxic gases are generated.

Explosion Hazards………………….... Airborne dust may create an explosion hazard.

Section 06 - Accidental Release Measures

Leak / Spill................….……………... Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Ventilate area. Stop or
reduce leak if safe to do so. Prevent material from entering sewers. Notify
safety personnel for large spills. Avoid generation of dust. Collect solid for
recovery or disposal. Personnel involved in clean up need protection
against skin and eye contact and inhalation of dust or mist. Vacuum or
shovel spilled material and place in closed, labeled container for proper
disposal.

Deactivating Materials...……….….... Not available

Section 07 - Handling and Storage

Handling Procedures.......…………... Use in a well ventilated area. Use proper equipment for lifting and
transporting all containers. Use sensible industrial hygiene and
housekeeping practices. Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid all
situations that could lead to harmful exposure. Avoid inhalation of dust
and prolonged contact with skin and eyes.

Storage Requirements......……...…... Store in a sealed container in a clean, dry, well ventilated area away from
strong oxidizers, strong acids, ignition sources, combustible materials, and
heat.

Section 08 - Personal Protection and Exposure Controls

Protective Equipment
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Eyes.………………………….………... Chemical goggles, full-face shield, or a full-face respirator is to be worn at

all times when product is handled. Contact lenses should not be worn; they
may contribute to severe eye injury.

Respiratory………………………….... Respiratory protection is not normally required. If use creates dust

formations, then a NIOSH-approved respirator with a dust cartridge is
recommended. Wet activated carbon removes oxygen from air causing a
severe hazard to workers inside confined spaces. Before entering such an
area, sampling and work procedures for low oxygen levels should be taken
(such as wearing a self-contained breathing apparatus).

Gloves………………………………..... Impervious gloves of chemically resistant material (rubber or PVC) should

be worn. Wash contaminated clothing and dry thoroughly before reuse.

Clothing………………………..…….... Body suits, aprons, and/or coveralls of chemical resistant material should
be worn at all times. Wash contaminated clothing and dry thoroughly
before reuse.

Footwear……………………………..... No special footwear is required other than what is mandated at place of

work.

Other…………………………….……... No other information available

Engineering Controls
Ventilation Requirements………....... Mechanical ventilation (dilution or local exhaust), process or personnel
enclosure and control of process conditions must be provided in
accordance with all fire codes and regulatory requirements. Supply
sufficient replacement air to make up for air removed by exhaust systems.

Other…………………………………..... Emergency shower and eyewash must be available and tested in

accordance with regulations and be in close proximity.

Section 09 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical State.......……....………….....Solid

Odor and Appearance…..………….... Black odourless particulate solid, pellet, or powder

Odor Threshold....……………............ Not applicable

Specific Gravity (Water=1)………….. Not available

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg, 20oC)….…. Not applicable

Vapor Density (Air=1)..……………..... Not applicable

Evaporation Rate........……..…….…... Not applicable

Boiling Point...............………….…..... Maximum 4000°C

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Freeze/Melting Point....…………….... >3500°C

pH............................……………….….. Not applicable. Activated carbon bearing inorganic and chemically active
groups on its surface may alter the pH of liquids to which it is added.
Water/Oil Distribution Coefficient..... Data not available

Bulk Density..............…………….…... > 400kg/m3

% Volatiles by Volume………..……... 0%

Solubility in Water...………………......Insoluble

Molecular Formula......………….….....C

Molecular Weight........……………......12.011 g/mol

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Stability.................…………....……………. Stable under normal conditions. Self-heats due to slow oxidation by

air. Presence of moisture accelerates self-heating.
Incompatibility..............…………..………..Strong oxidizers such as ozone, liquid oxygen, chlorine, potassium
permanganate.

Hazardous Products of Decomposition..Formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other irritating
and toxic and fumes may be formed in a fire.
Carbon monoxide may be generated in the event of a fire (especially
with incomplete combustion in an enclosed space).

Polymerization...........…………….…….…. Will not occur

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

Irritancy.................……..………….…. Data not available.

Sensitization........…….......………….. Data not available

Chronic/Acute Effects……...……….. None

Synergistic Materials...……....……... Data not available

Animal Toxicity Data......…..……….. LD50(rat,oral): >10,000 mg/kg

LC50(rat, inhalation): >64.4 mg/L

Carcinogenicity......……......………... Not considered to be carcinogenic as per IARC, NTP, and OSHA.

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Reproductive Toxicity..…...………....Data not available

Teratogenicity..........….....…………... Data not available

Mutagenicity...........…….....…………. Data not available

Section 12 - Ecological Information

Fish Toxicity..................……………... Data not available.

Biodegradability.............……….….... Data not available.

Environmental Effects………………. Data not available. None expected.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal...........…...………….. Dispose in accordance with all federal, provincial, and/or local regulations
including the Canadian Environmental Protection Act.

Section 14 - Transport Information

TDG Classification

Shipping Name……………..…………. Not regulated

Class……………..………………..….....Not regulated

Group...............…………….......……... Not regulated

PIN Number.................……..……….... Not regulated

Other…………………………………..... Secure containers (full and/or empty) with suitable hold down devises
during shipment and ensure all caps, valves, or closures are secured in
the closed position.

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

WHMIS Classification.......………….....Not a controlled product

NOTE: THE PRODUCT LISTED ON THIS MSDS HAS BEEN CLASSIFIED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
HAZARD CRITERIA OF THE CANADIAN CONTROLLED PRODUCTS REGULATIONS. THIS MSDS
CONTAINS ALL INFORMATION REQUIRED BY THOSE REGULATIONS.

Section 16 - Other Information

Version #................................................ Five

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Preparation Date.........…………….…... February 16, 2009

Revision Date.........…………….…........ December 19, 2013; February 4, 2014; March 18, 2014, October
30, 2014

Revision Note.........…………….…........ Updated technical information.

Note: The responsibility to provide a safe workplace remains with the user. The user should consider the health
hazards and safety information contained herein as a guide and should take those precautions required in an
individual operation to instruct employees and develop work practice procedures for a safe work environment. The
information contained herein is, to the best of our knowledge and belief, accurate. However, since the conditions
of handling and use are beyond our control, we make no guarantee of results, and assume no liability for
damages incurred by the use of this material. It is the responsibility of the user to comply with all applicable laws
and regulations.

Attention: Receiver of the chemical goods / MSDS coordinator

As part of our commitment to the Canadian Association of Chemical Distributors (CACD) Responsible
Distribution® initiative, ClearTech Industries Inc. and its associated companies require, as a condition of sale, that
you forward the attached Material Safety Data Sheet(s) to all affected employees, customers, and end-users.
ClearTech will send any available supplementary handling, health, and safety information to you at your request.

If you have any questions or concerns please call our customer service or technical service department.

References

1) Calgon Carbon Corporation. (2011, December 30). Material Safety Data Sheet: Activated Carbon (Coal
Based). Pittsburgh, PA.

2) U.S. National Library of Medicine. (2009). Carbon. Retrieved from TOXNET: http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/sis/search2/f?./temp/~RhodRB:1

3) CHEMINFO: Activated Carbon. (2014). Retrieved from Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and
Safety: http://http://ccinfoweb2.ccohs.ca/cheminfo/records/4011E.html.
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ClearTech Industries Inc. - Locations

Corporate Head Office: 1500 Quebec Avenue, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 1V7
Phone: 800-387-7503
Fax: 888-281-8109

www.ClearTech.ca

Location Address Postal Code Phone Number Fax Number

Richmond, B.C. 12431 Horseshoe Way V7A 4X6 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Port Coquitlam 2023 Kingsway Avenue V3C 1S9 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Calgary, AB. 5516E - 40th St. S.E. T2C 2A1 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Edmonton, AB. 12020 - 142nd Street T5L 2G8 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Saskatoon, SK. North Corman Industrial Park S7K 1V7 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Regina, SK. 555 Henderson Drive S42 5X2 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Winnipeg, MB. 340 Saulteaux Crescent R3J 3T2 800-387-7503 888-281-8109
Mississauga, ON. 355 Admiral Blvd Unit #1 L5T 2N1 800-387-7503 888-281-8109

24 Hour Emergency Number - All Locations – 1(306) 664-2522

Alternative - 1(800) 387-7503