Material Safety Data Sheet for Carbon Biocritters
Section I - Company Identity
Catalina BioSolutions
6890 E. Sunrise Drive #120-110
Tucson, Arizona 85750
Emergency Phone: 520-299-9808
Section II - Hazardous Ingredients/Identity Information
Chemical Name & Synonyms: Activated carbon
Trade Name & Synonyms: Catalina BioSolutions` Tri-Based Carbon Pellets, Catalina BioSolutions` Carbon Biocritters
Formula: Carbon atom in a crystallite structure has an infinite molecular weight
Chemical Family: Amorphous carbon with three bases containing an enzymatic mixture of active hydrocarbon oxidizing natural single-celled organisms. The mixture has no chemical impact.
CAS No: 68647-86-9
Hazardous Ingredients: None
Hazardous Mixtures Other Liquids [%TLV (Units)]: Activated carbons that have adsorbed other carbon or non- carbon liquids or gasses may lower or raise the ignition point and must be laboratory checked for ignition point when expended
Section III - Physical Data
Boiling Point (°F): 4200°F
Vapor Pressure (mm/Hg): N/A
Vapor Density (Air=1): N/A
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Specific Gravity (H20=1): 1.8–2.1
Percent Volatile by Volume: None
Evaporation Rate: None
Ignition Temperature: 600°C
Appearance & Odor: Odorless, black cylindrical solid
Section IV - Fire & Explosion Hazard Data
Flash Point (Method): None
Flammable Limits-
Lower Explosive Limit: N/A
Upper Explosive Limit: N/A
Extinguishing Media: Use media for Class A fires: foam, multipurpose dry chemical and water type extinguishers
Special Firefighting Procedures: None
Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Provide for the handling of dry flowing solids in grounded equipment to prevent buildup of static electric charge, especially when explosive dust or vapor mixtures may exist in confined areas. Also provide for pressure relief devices following the principles set forth in the National Fire Protection Association Explosion Preventing Guide NFPS68-1854.
Section V - Health Hazard Data
Threshold Limit Value: Avoid exposure to dust levels above 15 mg per cubic meter
Effects of Overexposure: Temporary dryness to mucous membranes causing coughing and minor nose and throat irritation
Emergency First Aid Procedures: Wash mouth with water — no other treatment required. Use protective respiratory equipment to avoid inhaling carbon dust.
Section VI - Reactivity Data
Stability: Inert
Conditions to Avoid: Activated carbon is chemically inert
Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid): None
Hazardous Decomposition
Products: None
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section VII - Spill or Leak Procedures
Steps to Be Taken in Case Spills can create nuisance dust and housekeeping
Material is Released or Spilled: problems. Vacuuming is best clean-up method.
Waste Disposal Method: Wet or dry activated carbon is best disposed of by
Landfill
Section VIII - Special Protection Information
Respiratory Protection: Respiratory Classification Table G-2, Part 1910.93 (OSHA)
(Specify Type): Rules and Regulations
Ventilation Local Exhaust: Vacuum to control dust
Protective Gloves: None required
Eye Protection: For airborne dust
Other Protective Equipment: Protective clothing should be worn during handling to protect against airborne dust
Section IX - Special Precautions
Precautions To Be Taken Packaged activated carbon is not resistant to weather or
In Handling & Storing: outside storage and requires indoor Type I and Type II storage facilities
Other Precautions: Check oxygen content of atmosphere of any vessel containing activated carbon before allowing entry of personnel
Section X - Transportation Data
Proper Shipping (Article) Name: Catalina BioSolutions` Tri-Based Carbon Pellets/Non-Regulated; Catalina BioSolutions` Carbon Biocritters/Non-Regulated
DOT Classification: NMFC 40560
IDOT Marking: N/A
IDOT Placard: N/A
Emergency Accident Precautions & Procedures: Contact: Catalina BioSolutions
Phone: 520-299-9808
Precautions to be taken in Transportation: N/A
The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate in light of current information. However, No warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of this data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof. This material safety sheet was prepared to comply with 24 CFR 1910.1200.
