Charcoal

Safety Data Sheet

According To Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 58 / Monday, March 26, 2012 / Rules And Regulations
Date of Issue: 09/16/2019 Version: 1.0

SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Identifier
Product Form: Mixture
Product Name: Charcoal
1.2. Intended Use of the Product
Use of the Substance/Mixture: No use is specified.
1.3. Name, Address, and Telephone of the Responsible Party
USA:
Fire and Flavor Grilling Co.
1160 S. Milledge Ave.
Suite 230
Athens, GA 30605
T: 706-621-4072
www.FireandFlavor.com
[email protected]
1.4. Emergency Telephone Number
Emergency Number : 706-621-4072
SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
2.1. Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Ox. Sol. 2 H272
Aquatic Chronic 3 H412
Comb. Dust
Full text of hazard classes and H-statements : see section 16
2.2. Label Elements
GHS-US Labeling
Hazard Pictograms (GHS-US) :

GHS03

Signal Word (GHS-US) : Danger

Hazard Statements (GHS-US) : May form combustible dust concentrations in air.
H272 - May intensify fire; oxidizer.
H412 - Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements (GHS-US) : P210 - Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition
sources. No smoking.
P220 - Keep/Store away from combustible material, oxidizable materials, and
incompatible materials.
P221 - Take any precaution to avoid mixing with combustible material, oxidizable
materials, and incompatible materials.
P273 - Avoid release to the environment.
P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection.
P370+P378 - In case of fire: Use appropriate media (see section 5) to extinguish.
P501 - Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national,
and international regulations.
Supplemental Information : Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.
No smoking. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be
followed. Prevent dust accumulation (to minimize explosion hazard). Avoid
generating dust.
2.3. Other Hazards
Exposure may aggravate pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions.
2.4. Unknown Acute Toxicity (GHS-US)
No data available

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SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1. Substance
Not applicable
3.2. Mixture
Name Synonyms Product Identifier % GHS US classification
Carbon black C.I. 77266 / C.I. Pigment Black 6 / (CAS-No.) 1333-86-4 80.4 Comb. Dust
C.I. Pigment Black 7 / Carbon
blacks / Lampblack / CI 77266 /
Vegetable carbon / Microjet
Black CW / Pigment Black 7 /
Coal soot / Coal soots / Channel
black / Bonjet Black CW / D and
C Black No. 4
Sodium chlorate Chloric acid, sodium salt / Chloric (CAS-No.) 7775-09-9 11.5 Ox. Sol. 2, H272
acid, sodium salt (1:1) / SODIUM
Acute Tox. 4 (Oral), H302
CHLORATE
Aquatic Chronic 2, H411
Carbonic acid, calcium C.I. Pigment White 18 / Calcium (CAS-No.) 471-34-1 8.1 Not classified
carbonate / Pigment White 18 /
salt (1:1)
C.I. 77220 / Carbonic acid,
calcium salt / CALCIUM
CARBONATE
Full text of H-phrases: see section 16
SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES
4.1. Description of First-aid Measures
First-aid Measures General: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice
(show the label where possible).
First-aid Measures After Inhalation: Using proper respiratory protection, move the exposed person to fresh air at once.
Encourage exposed person to cough, spit out, and blow nose to remove dust. Immediately call a poison center, physician, or
emergency medical service.
First-aid Measures After Skin Contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing. Drench affected area with water for at least
15 minutes. Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid Measures After Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 5 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
First-aid Measures After Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
4.2. Most Important Symptoms and Effects Both Acute and Delayed
Symptoms/Injuries: Not expected to present a significant hazard under anticipated conditions of normal use.
Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: Dust may be harmful or cause irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: May cause slight irritation to eyes.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion may cause adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: Carbon black is classified under the IARC as 2B, “possibly carcinogenic to humans” and under ACGIH as A3
“confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans”. However, the mechanism by which carbon black causes
cancer in laboratory animals has not been proven to be relevant to humans, causing doubt to exist over its potential to cause
cancer in humans.
4.3. Indication of Any Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment Needed
If exposed or concerned, get medical advice and attention. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
SECTION 5: FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
5.1. Extinguishing Media
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use a heavy water stream. Use of heavy stream of water may spread fire.
5.2. Special Hazards Arising From the Substance or Mixture
Fire Hazard: May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer. Combustible Dust.
Explosion Hazard: Heat may build pressure, rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing risk of burns and injuries.
Dust explosion hazard in air.
Reactivity: Oxidizer: increases the burning rate of combustible materials.
5.3. Advice for Firefighters
Precautionary Measures Fire: Exercise caution when fighting any chemical fire.

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Firefighting Instructions: Use water spray or fog for cooling exposed containers. In case of major fire and large quantities:
Evacuate area. Fight fire remotely due to the risk of explosion.
Protection During Firefighting: Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides (CO, CO2). Sulfur oxides.
Other Information: Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water courses. Risk of dust explosion.
SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
6.1. Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment and Emergency Procedures
General Measures: Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Keep away from heat, hot
surfaces, sparks, open flames, and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep away from combustible material. Avoid generating
dust. Remove ignition sources.
6.1.1. For Non-Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For Emergency Personnel
Protective Equipment: Equip cleanup crew with proper protection.
Emergency Procedures: Upon arrival at the scene, a first responder is expected to recognize the presence of dangerous goods,
protect oneself and the public, secure the area, and call for the assistance of trained personnel as soon as conditions permit.
Ventilate area.
6.2. Environmental Precautions
Prevent entry to sewers and public waters. Avoid release to the environment.
6.3. Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up
For Containment: Contain solid spills with appropriate barriers and prevent migration and entry into sewers or streams. Use
only non-sparking tools. Avoid generation of dust during clean-up of spills.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Clean up spills immediately and dispose of waste safely. Contact competent authorities after a spill.
Do not take up in combustible material such as: saw dust or cellulosic material. Use explosion proof vacuum during cleanup, with
appropriate filter. Do not mix with other materials. Vacuum clean-up is preferred. If sweeping is required use a dust
suppressant. Use only non-sparking tools.
6.4. Reference to Other Sections
See Section 8 for exposure controls and personal protection and Section 13 for disposal considerations.
SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE
7.1. Precautions for Safe Handling
Additional Hazards When Processed: May cause or intensify fire; oxidizer. Accumulation and dispersion of dust with an ignition
source can cause a combustible dust explosion. Keep dust levels to a minimum and follow applicable regulations.
Precautions for Safe Handling: Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or
smoking and when leaving work. Avoid prolonged contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Keep away from
heat, sparks, open flames, hot surfaces, combustible materials, incompatible materials. - No smoking. Avoid creating or
spreading dust. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking.
Hygiene Measures: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety procedures.
7.2. Conditions for Safe Storage, Including Any Incompatibilities
Technical Measures: Comply with applicable regulations. Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be
followed. Avoid creating or spreading dust. Use explosion-proof electrical, ventilating, lighting equipment.
Storage Conditions: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a dry, cool place. Keep/Store away from direct sunlight,
extremely high or low temperatures and incompatible materials. Keep in fireproof place.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers. Mixture with flammable or combustible materials may
ignite readily or explode and be sensitive to shock, heat, or friction. Mixtures of dry sodium chlorate with organic materials such
as cloth, paper, leather, oils, greases, paints, and solvents may be readily ignited by heat or friction. Reacts violently with
combustibles, sulfuric acid, and reducing materials. Explosions may be caused by contact with ammonia salts, ammonium
thiosulfate, antimony sulfide, arsenic, carbon, charcoal, organic matter, organic acids, thiocyanates, chemically active metals,
oils, metal sulfides, nitrobenzene, powdered metals, and sugar. Reacts with many organic materials to form shock-sensitive
mixtures, causing explosion hazard.
7.3. Specific End Use(s)
No use is specified.

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SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1. Control Parameters
For substances listed in section 3 that are not listed here, there are no established exposure limits from the manufacturer,
supplier, importer, or the appropriate advisory agency including: ACGIH (TLV), AIHA (WEEL), NIOSH (REL), or OSHA (PEL).
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
USA ACGIH ACGIH TWA (mg/m³) 3 mg/m³ (inhalable particulate matter)
USA ACGIH ACGIH chemical category Confirmed Animal Carcinogen with Unknown Relevance to Humans
USA NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 3.5 mg/m³
0.1 mg/m³ (Carbon black in presence of Polycyclic aromatic
hydrocarbons)
USA IDLH US IDLH (mg/m³) 1750 mg/m³
USA OSHA OSHA PEL (TWA) (mg/m³) 3.5 mg/m³
Carbonic acid, calcium salt (1:1) (471-34-1)
USA NIOSH NIOSH REL (TWA) (mg/m³) 10 mg/m³ (total dust)
5 mg/m³ (respirable dust)
8.2. Exposure Controls
Appropriate Engineering Controls : Suitable eye/body wash equipment should be available in the vicinity of any
potential exposure. Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas.
Ensure all national/local regulations are observed. Gas detectors should be used
when flammable gases or vapors may be released. Proper grounding procedures to
avoid static electricity should be followed. Use explosion-proof equipment. Use
local exhaust or general dilution ventilation or other suppression methods to
maintain dust levels below exposure limits. Power equipment should be equipped
with proper dust collection devices. It is recommended that all dust control
equipment such as local exhaust ventilation and material transport systems
involved in handling of this product contain explosion relief vents or an explosion
suppression system or an oxygen-deficient environment.
Personal Protective Equipment : Gloves. Protective clothing. Protective goggles. Insufficient ventilation: wear
respiratory protection.

Materials for Protective Clothing : Chemically resistant materials and fabrics. Wear fire/flame resistant/retardant
clothing.
Hand Protection : Wear protective gloves.
Eye and Face Protection : Chemical safety goggles.
Skin and Body Protection : Wear suitable protective clothing.
Respiratory Protection : If exposure limits are exceeded or irritation is experienced, approved respiratory
protection should be worn. In case of inadequate ventilation, oxygen deficient
atmosphere, or where exposure levels are not known wear approved respiratory
protection.
Other Information : When using, do not eat, drink or smoke.
SECTION 9: PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
9.1. Information on Basic Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State : Solid
Appearance : Black
Odor : Odorless
Odor Threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Evaporation Rate : No data available
Melting Point : No data available
Freezing Point : No data available
Boiling Point : No data available
Flash Point : No data available
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Auto-ignition Temperature : No data available

Decomposition Temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapor Pressure : No data available
Relative Vapor Density at 20°C : No data available
Relative Density : No data available
Solubility : No data available
Partition Coefficient: N-Octanol/Water : No data available
Viscosity : No data available
Oxidizing Properties : May intensify fire; oxidizer.
9.2. Other Information No additional information available
SECTION 10: STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
10.1. Reactivity: Oxidizer: increases the burning rate of combustible materials.
10.2. Chemical Stability: May cause fire or explosion; strong oxidizer.
10.3. Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
10.4. Conditions to Avoid: Direct sunlight, extremely high or low temperatures, ignition sources, combustible materials,
incompatible materials. Sparks, heat, open flame and other sources of ignition. Dust accumulation (to minimize explosion hazard).
10.5. Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers. Mixture with flammable or combustible materials
may ignite readily or explode and be sensitive to shock, heat, or friction. Mixtures of dry sodium chlorate with organic materials
such as cloth, paper, leather, oils, greases, paints, and solvents may be readily ignited by heat or friction. Reacts violently with
combustibles, sulfuric acid, and reducing materials. Explosions may be caused by contact with ammonia salts, ammonium
thiosulfate, antimony sulfide, arsenic, carbon, charcoal, organic matter, organic acids, thiocyanates, chemically active metals, oils,
metal sulfides, nitrobenzene, powdered metals, and sugar. Reacts with many organic materials to form shock-sensitive mixtures,
causing explosion hazard.
10.6. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition generates: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and non-
combusted hydrocarbons (smoke). Sulfur oxides.
SECTION 11: TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
11.1. Information on Toxicological Effects
Acute Toxicity (Oral): Not classified
Acute Toxicity (Dermal): Not classified
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation): Not classified
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
LD50 Oral Rat > 8000 mg/kg
Sodium chlorate (7775-09-9)
LD50 Oral Rat 1200 mg/kg
LD50 Dermal Rabbit > 2000 mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation Rat > 5.59 mg/l (Exposure time: 4.5 h)
Carbonic acid, calcium salt (1:1) (471-34-1)
LD50 Oral Rat 6450 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Not classified
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Not classified
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
IARC group 2B
OSHA Hazard Communication Carcinogen List In OSHA Hazard Communication Carcinogen list.
Sodium chlorate (7775-09-9)
National Toxicology Program (NTP) Status Evidence of Carcinogenicity.
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
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Symptoms/Injuries After Inhalation: Dust may be harmful or cause irritation.

Symptoms/Injuries After Skin Contact: Prolonged exposure may cause skin irritation.
Symptoms/Injuries After Eye Contact: May cause slight irritation to eyes.
Symptoms/Injuries After Ingestion: Ingestion may cause adverse effects.
Chronic Symptoms: Carbon black is classified under the IARC as 2B, “possibly carcinogenic to humans” and under ACGIH as A3
“confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans”. However, the mechanism by which carbon black causes
cancer in laboratory animals has not been proven to be relevant to humans, causing doubt to exist over its potential to cause
cancer in humans.
SECTION 12: ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
12.1. Toxicity
Ecology - General : Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
EC50 Daphnia 1 5600 mg/l (Exposure time: 24 h - Species: Daphnia magna)
Sodium chlorate (7775-09-9)
LC50 Fish 1 13500 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas)
LC50 Fish 2 1750 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss)
12.2. Persistence and Degradability
Charcoal
Persistence and Degradability May cause long-term adverse effects in the environment.
12.3. Bioaccumulative Potential
Charcoal
Bioaccumulative Potential Not established.
Carbonic acid, calcium salt (1:1) (471-34-1)
BCF Fish 1 (no bioaccumulation)
12.4. Mobility in Soil No additional information available
12.5. Other Adverse Effects
Other Information : Avoid release to the environment.
SECTION 13: DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
13.1. Waste Treatment Methods
Waste Disposal Recommendations: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international
regulations.
Additional Information: Container may remain hazardous when empty. Continue to observe all precautions.
Ecology - Waste Materials: Avoid release to the environment. This material is hazardous to the aquatic environment. Keep out
of sewers and waterways.
SECTION 14: TRANSPORT INFORMATION
The shipping description(s) stated herein were prepared in accordance with certain assumptions at the time the SDS was
authored, and can vary based on a number of variables that may or may not have been known at the time the SDS was issued.
14.1. In Accordance with DOT
Proper Shipping Name : SODIUM CHLORATE
Hazard Class : 5.1
Identification Number : UN1495
Label Codes : 5.1
Packing Group : II
ERG Number : 140
14.2. In Accordance with IMDG
Proper Shipping Name : SODIUM CHLORATE
Hazard Class : 5.1
Division : 5.1
Identification Number : UN1495
Packing Group : II
Label Codes : 5.1
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-H
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-Q

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14.3. In Accordance with IATA

Proper Shipping Name : SODIUM CHLORATE
Packing Group : II
Identification Number : UN1495
Hazard Class : 5.1
Label Codes : 5.1
Division : 5.1
ERG Code (IATA) : 5L
SECTION 15: REGULATORY INFORMATION
15.1. US Federal Regulations
Charcoal
SARA Section 311/312 Hazard Classes Physical hazard - Oxidizer (liquid, solid or gas)
Physical hazard - Combustible dust
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Sodium chlorate (7775-09-9)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
Carbonic acid, calcium salt (1:1) (471-34-1)
Listed on the United States TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) inventory
15.2. US State Regulations
Carbon black (1333-86-4)
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) - Special Hazardous Substances
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List
Sodium chlorate (7775-09-9)
U.S. - Massachusetts - Right To Know List
U.S. - New Jersey - Right to Know Hazardous Substance List
U.S. - Pennsylvania - RTK (Right to Know) List
California Proposition 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to Carbon black, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For
more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Chemical Name (CAS No.) Carcinogenicity Developmental Female Reproductive Male Reproductive
Toxicity Toxicity Toxicity
Carbon black (1333-86-4) X
SECTION 16: OTHER INFORMATION, INCLUDING DATE OF PREPARATION OR LAST REVISION
Date of Preparation or Latest Revision : 09/16/2019
Other Information : This document has been prepared in accordance with the SDS
requirements of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard 29 CFR
1910.1200
GHS Full Text Phrases:
------ Acute Tox. 4 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral) Category 4
------ Aquatic Chronic 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Chronic Hazard Category 2
------ Aquatic Chronic 3 Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Chronic Hazard Category 3
------ Comb. Dust Combustible Dust
------ Ox. Sol. 2 Oxidizing solids Category 2
------ H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer
------ H302 Harmful if swallowed
------ H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
------ H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

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This information is based on our current knowledge and is intended to describe the product for the purposes of health, safety and
environmental requirements only. It should not therefore be construed as guaranteeing any specific property of the product.

SDS US (GHS HazCom)

False

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