Specification

SAFETY DATA SHEET (REGULATION (EC) n° 1907/2006 - REACH) Date: 13/02/2015
Version: N°6 (29/10/2012) Revision: N°5 (01/10/2012)
Suitable methods of extinction
In the event of a fire, use:
• foam
• sprayed water or water mist
• powder
• carbon dioxide (CO2)
Unsuitable methods of extinction
In the event of a fire, do not use:
• water
• water jet
in the closed areas, in order to avoid the water contamination.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
A fire will often produce a thick black smoke. Exposure to decomposition products may be hazardous to health.
Do not breathe in smoke.
In the event of a fire, the following may be formed:
• carbon monoxide (CO)
• carbon dioxide (CO2)
• other decomposition products for the saturated activated carbon.
After a fire, smoldering hotspots within the activated carbon may be present for a long time.
Activated Carbon which has been allowed to smolder for a long time in a confined space may accumulate carbon
monoxide above its lower explosion limit.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Due to the toxicity of the gas emitted on thermal decomposition of the products, fire-fighting personnel are to be
equipped with autonomous insulating breathing apparatus.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Consult the safety measures listed under headings 7 and 8.
For first aid worker
First aid workers will be equipped with suitable personal protective equipment (See section 8).
6.2. Environmental precautions
Prevent any material from entering drains or waterways.
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Retrieve the product by mechanical means (sweeping/vacuuming).
6.4. Reference to other sections
See also sections 2 & 8
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
Requirements relating to storage premises apply to all facilities where the substance is handled.
7.1. Precautions for safe handling
Prevent dust generation. Apply good working practices and engineering procedures during discharge.
See the exposure controls and personal protection measures in the section 8.
Fire prevention:
Prevent access by unauthorized personnel.
Recommended equipment and procedures:
For personal protection, see section 8.
Observe precautions stated on label and also industrial safety regulations.
Ensure containment and adequate ventilation.
Whenever workers enter a vessel containing activated carbon, the oxygen content should be determined and work
procedures for potentially low oxygen areas should be followed.