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Activated Carbon / Activated Charcoal

CAS: 64365-11-3 Category: Industrial ⚠ WARNING
Also known as: Activated charcoal, Activated carbon, Norit, Darco

Quick Facts

CAS Number64365-11-3
Signal WordWARNING
GHS Hazard Classesharmful
NFPA RatingHealth: 0 / Flammability: 1 / Reactivity: 0
Common NamesActivated charcoal, Activated carbon, Norit, Darco
PubChem CID16211

Hazard Summary

⚠ WARNING: Fine carbon powder. Dust inhalation hazard — causes respiratory irritation. Adsorbs organic vapors which can be released if desorbed. Combustible dust explosion hazard in high concentrations.

GHS Hazard Pictograms

⚠ Harmful/Irritant

Hazard Statements (H-codes)

H315 – Causes skin irritation
H319 – Causes serious eye irritation
H335 – May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary Statements (P-codes)

P261 – Avoid breathing dust
P305+P351+P338 – IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for 15 min
P272 – Contaminated work clothing not out of workplace

First Aid Measures (Section 4)

👁 Eye Contact
Flush with water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
🖐 Skin Contact
Wash with soap and water.
🫁 Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Wear respirator when handling bulk quantities.
🫦 Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Activated carbon is used medicinally as a poison adsorbent — call Poison Control for guidance.

Storage & Handling

🔒 Storage & Handling: Sealed containers in cool, dry area. Keep away from strong oxidizers — carbon can combust.

PPE Requirements

Safety glasses
N95 dust mask
Nitrile gloves
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