Sichere Handhabung der Aktivkohle
Sichere Handhabung im Umgang mit Aktivkohle
Als Kunde Kunde kommt man eigentlich sehr selten in direkten Kontakt mit Aktivkohle. Denoch halten wir es für geboten sich mit dem Sicherheitsdatenblättern nach 91/155/EEC der Europäischen Kommission vertraut zu machen.
Produkt Bezeichnung
| Chemische Bezeichnung | Aktivkohle (nicht impregniert) |
| Chemische Produktgruppe | Kohlenstoff |
| Chemische Formel | C (± 90%, ± 10% inerte mineralische Oxide) |
| Anwendungsgebiete | Reinigung von Flüssigkeiten und Gasen |
| CAS Nummer | 7440-44-0 |
| Klassifizierung | ungefährlich, nicht-cancerogen |
Identification of the hazards
| Non-hazardous | |
| OSHA/PEL (powder) | 5 mg/m³ |
| ACGIH TLV (powder) | 10 mg/m³ |
Physical and chemical properties
| Aussehen | schwarz ; fest; Pellet, Granulat oder Pulver |
| Geruch | geruchlos |
| Löslichkeit | unlöslich in Wasser |
| Dichte | 0.2 to 0.75 |
| Siedepunkt | ± 4827°C |
| Schmelzpunkt | ± 3550°C |
Fire and explosion hazards
| Flash point | Non-flammable |
| Ignition point | Min. 330°C |
| Extinguishing media | Dry chemical; water spray or foam |
| Unsuitable extinguishing media | None known |
| Fire regulations | In case of fire in an enclosed area wear an independent pressurised respirator. In case of lack of oxygen activated carbon may release carbon monoxide in the event of a fire. |
| Unusual fire and explosion hazards | Avoid stationary dust and contact with ignition sources during handling. Moving dust particles bring about a low explosion risk. Contact with strongly oxidising substances such as ozone, liquid oxygen and chlorine may cause fire. |
Erste Hilfe Maßnahmen
| Augen | Activated carbon in the eyes may cause irritation and reddening. Rinse immediately with plenty of water for several minutes. Repeat if necessary to remove the particle from the eye. If the irritation continues, consult a doctor. |
| Haut | No adsorption through the skin. Prolonged exposure may cause dry or cracked skin. Wash with water and soap. |
| Inhalation | No toxic effect. Like with other substances, excessive exposure is to be avoided. Provide ventilation or move to fresh air. |
| Ingestion | No negative effects unless the ingested quantity causes physical discomfort. |
Reactivity
Stable under normal temperature and pressure. No hazardous polymerisation. Avoid contact with strongly oxidising substances such as ozone, liquid oxygen, perchloric acid, permanganate and table salt.
Lagerung, treatment, use and removal
| Manipulation | Keep dry. Avoid dust. Take care: wet activated carbon takes oxygen from the air. This may cause hazards for workers in containers or enclosed areas. Before entering such areas: take samples and define procedures for working in environments with low oxygen concentrations in accordance with local regulations. |
| Storage | Store indoors in a cool, dry, ventilated area. No smoking. Protect against physical damage. Keep away from ignition sources, strongly oxidising substances, frost and solvent vapours. |
| Spillage | Vacuum and/or wet clean (water and detergent). Limit dust. Remove in suitable containers. |
| Removal | Reactivation, incineration or dumping pursuant to the local regulations. |
Personal protection
| Respiratory equipment | Approved dust masks are recommended. Provide exhaust to reduce dust. |
| Protective clothes | Wear protective gloves and body-covering clothes to avoid skin contact. |
| Eye protection | Wear safety goggles with side shields. Provide possibility to rinse eyes. |
Transport
Activated carbon is tested according to the UN protocol on the Transport of Hazardous Goods for spontaneously flammable materials. The product does not formally meet the definition of self-heating material or of other hazards. Activated carbon is not one of the hazardous goods and is not regulated.
Additional information
| Toxicological information | No toxicological data available. Classified as non-hazardous. |
| Ecological information | No data available. Not harmful to the environment. |
| Regulatory information | Classification: Non-hazardous |
| HMIS ratings | Health: 0 - Inflammability 0 – Reactivity: 0 |