Anthracite

Anthracite Coal Safety Data Sheet

Revision date : 2022

 

Section 1: Product and Company Information


Product Name: Anthracite
Product Type: Anthracite Coal
Manufacturer ID: Hydrosil International Ltd.
Emergency Phone Number: 847-844-0680
Address: 125 Prairie Lake Rd. East Dundee, IL 60018

Section 2: Hazard(s) Identification


2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture (GHS-US)

Pictogram Signal Word  Hazard Statement
Warning Eye Irritation 2B H320; Acute Oral Tox 4, H302; Respiratory Irritation H335

2.2 Precautionary statements (GHS-US) :

P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
P264: Wash … thoroughly after handling
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305+P351+P338: If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact
lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P312: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…/if you feel unwell
P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405: Store locked up
P501: Dispose of contents/container to …

2.3 Other Hazards

No additional information available

2.4 Unknown acute toxicity (GHS US)

No data available

 

Section 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients


 

Name Product Identifier Percent By Weight (%)
Anthracite Coal (CAS No.) 8029-10-5 60-100

Section 4: First-Aid Measures


4.1 Description of first aid measures

Inhalation
First Aid            
Remove person to fresh air. If not breathing, administer CPR or artificial respiration. Seek immediate medical attention.
Skin Contact
First Aid
If skin reddening or irritation develops, seek medical attention.
Eye Contact
First Aid
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation persists seek medical attention.
Ingestion
First Aid
If the material is swallowed, rinse mouth thoroughly. DO NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Seek medical attention if large amounts are ingested.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : May cause respiratory irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Causes skin irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact : Causes eye irritation.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : May be harmful if swallowed.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

No additional information available

 

Section 5: Fire-Fighting Measures


5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media : Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Fire hazard : None known.
Explosion hazard : None known.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting : Firefighters should wear full protective gear (chemical protective clothing and breathing apparatus).

 

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures


6.1  Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

General measures : Avoid contact with the skin and the eyes.
For non-emergency personnel : No additional information available
For emergency responders : No additional information available

6.2 Environmental precautions

None.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

For containment : If possible, stop flow of product.
Methods for cleaning up : Shovel or sweep up and put in a closed container for disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections

No additional information available

 

Section 7: Handling and Storage


7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid generation of dust.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions : Protect containers from physical damage. Keep container tightly closed and store in dry, cool, well-ventilated area. Protect material from contaminated water and gases.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

No additional information available

 

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection


8.1 Control parameters

No additional information available

8.2 Exposure controls/Person Protection

Appropriate engineering controls : Local exhaust and general ventilation must be adequate to meet exposure standards.
Hand protection : Use impervious gloves to minimize skin contact.
Eye protection : Safety glasses.
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable working clothes.
Respiratory protection : If airborne concentrations are above the applicable exposure limits, use NIOSH approved respiratory protection.

 

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties


9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state : Solid
Appearance : Granules
Color : Black
Odor : No data available
Odor threshold : No data available
pH : No data available
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : No data available
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : No data available
Flash point : No data available
Self ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available
Relative vapour density at 20 °C : No data available
Relative density : 52 lb/ft3
Solubility : No data available
Log Pow : No data available
Log Kow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity


10.1 Reactivity

Contact with strong oxidizers such as ozone, liquid oxygen, chlorine, etc. may result in fire.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under normal conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

None.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

None.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizers such as ozone, liquid oxygen, chlorine, etc.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Carbon monoxide may be generated in the event of fire.

 

Section 11: Toxicological Information


11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity : Not classified

Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified

Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : May cause respiratory irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : Not classified
Aspiration hazard : Not classified

Section 12: Ecological Information


12.1 Toxicity

No additional information available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

No additional information available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

No additional information available

12.4 Mobility in soil

No additional information available

12.5 Other adverse effects

No additional information available

 

Section 13: Disposal Considerations


13.1 Waste treatment methods

Waste disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information


In accordance with DOT / ADR / RID / ADNR / IMDG / ICAO / IATA

14.1  UN number

Not applicable

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Not applicable

Section 15: Regulatory Information


All components of this product are listed, or excluded from listing, on the United States Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances
Control Act (TSCA) inventory.

15.1 US Federal regulations

OSHA: This product is not known to be hazardous by OSHA Highly Hazardous Process Safety Standard, 29 CFR 1910.119.
CERCLA/SARA Hazardous Substances: Not applicable.

15.2 US State regulations

Review specific state regulations.

Section 16: Other Information


Full text of H-phrases:

Eye Irrit. 2B Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B
STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

NFPA health hazard : 1 Exposure could cause irritation but only minor residual injury even if no treatment is given.
NFPA fire hazard : 0  Materials that will not burn
NFPA reactivity : 0  Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and are not reactive with water

 

Copyright 2022 Hydrosil International, LTD. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use only. The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. 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. Hydrosil International LTD. makes no warranty, either expressed or implied, including any warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

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