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SAFETY DATA SHEET

According to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH), Article 31

CARBON BLACK
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product Identifier
Chemical name: Carbon Black

CAS Number: 1333-86-4

REACH Registration No.: 01-2119384822-32-XXXX

EINECS-RN: 215-609-9

Other means of identification: BCD, CD, Conductex®, Copeblack®, PM, Raven® – powder or beads, including
Ultra® versions of these products.

Conductex® Copeblack® Raven® CD PM Other

1150 7091 25 301 16 475 790 1030 2500 P 6008 0342 BCD 5103 BCD 7112
7011 7093 35 311 22 500 820 1145 2800 PFE-B 6048 0450 BCD 5104 BCD 7113
7051 7095 49 450 25 510 850 1170 2900 P5 0915 BCD 5105 BCD 7114
7054 7097 166 602 410 520 860 1190 3000 P7 0610 BCD 5106 BCD 7115
7055 7118 193 690 415 525 880 1200 5100 SF8 0620 BCD 6102 BCD 7116
7060 K 282 711 420 600 890 1250 A5 UV 0630 BCD 5103 BCD 7117
7067 SC 890 425 670 900 1300 FC1 0710 BCD 6104 BCD 7118
7090 430 675 1000 2000 P125 0750 BCD 6105 BCD 7119
450 760 1010 2300 L BCD 6115 BCD 7120
460 780 1020 2350 M

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Relevant identified uses: Additive for plastic and rubber; pigment; chemical reagent, additive for batteries,
refractories, various.

Uses advised against: Pigments in tattoo colors for humans.

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Manufacturer: See Section 16
Birla Carbon U.S.A., Inc.
1800 West Oak Commons Court
Marietta, Georgia 30062, USA
+1 (800) 235-4003 or +1 (770) 792-9400

Email Address: [email protected]

Emergency Telephone Numbers: CHEMTREC - +1-703-741-5500

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Austria +43 1 406 43 43 Denmark +82 12 12 12 Hungary +36 80 201 199 Lithuania +370 5 236 20 52

Belgium +352 8002 5500 Estonia +372 626 93 90 Iceland 543 2222 Luxembourg +352 8002 5500

Bulgaria +359 2 9154 233 Finland 09 471977 Ireland +353 01 809 2566 Portugal 808 250 143

Croatia +385 1 23 48 342 France +33 01 45 42 59 59 Italy +39 0321 798 211 Romania +40213183606

Czech Republic +420 224 919 293 Germany +49 511 959 350 Latvia +371 67042473 Spain +34 91 562 04 20

SECTION 2: Hazard(s) Identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
European Union: Not a hazardous substance according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP).

2.2 Label elements

Pictogram: None

Signal Word: None

Hazard Statement: None

Precautionary Statement: None

2.3 Other hazards

This substance is classified as hazardous as a combustible dust by the United States 2012 OSHA Hazard
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) and the Canadian Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR) 2015. The
signal word, hazard statement and precautionary statements in the United States and Canada are: WARNING
May form combustible dust concentrations in air. Keep away from all ignition sources including heat, sparks and
flame. Prevent dust accumulations to minimize explosion hazard. Do not expose to temperatures above 300°C.
Hazardous products of combustion can include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, oxides of sulfur, and organic
products.

Eye: May cause reversible mechanical irritation.

Skin: May cause mechanical irritation, soiling, and drying of skin. No cases of sensitization in humans
have been reported.

Inhalation: Dust may be irritating to the respiratory tract. Provide local exhaust ventilation. See Section 8.

Ingestion: Adverse health effects are not expected.

Carcinogenicity: Carbon black is listed by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as a Group 2B
substance (possibly carcinogenic to humans). See Section 11.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance
3.1.1 Carbon Black (amorphous) 100%

3.1.2 CAS Number: 1333-86-4

3.1.3 EINECS-RN: 215-609-9

SECTION 4: First-aid measures

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4.1 Description of first-aid measures

Inhalation: Take affected persons into fresh air. If necessary, restore normal breathing through standard
first aid measures.

Skin: Wash skin with mild soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

Eye: Rinse eyes thoroughly with large volumes of water keeping eyelids open. If symptoms develop,
seek medical attention.

Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. If conscious, give several glasses of water. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person.

4.2 Most important symptoms, both acute and delayed

Symptoms: Irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract if exposed above the occupational exposure limits.
See Section 2.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Note to physicians: Treat symptomatically

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media: Use foam, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, or water fog. A fog spray is
recommended if water is used.

Unsuitable extinguishing media: Do not use high pressure media which could cause the formation of a
potentially explosible dust-air mixture.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special hazards arising from the chemical: It may not be obvious that carbon black is burning unless the material
is stirred and sparks are apparent. Carbon black that has been on fire
should be closely observed for at least 48 hours to ensure no
smoldering material is present.

Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide (CO), carbon dioxide (CO2), and oxides of sulfur.

5.3 Advice for fire fighters

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters: Wear full protective firefighting gear, including self-
contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Wet carbon black
produces very slipper walking surfaces.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions: Wet carbon black produces slippery walking surfaces. Avoid dust formation. Wear
appropriate personal protective equipment and respiratory protection. See Section 8.

For emergency responders: Use personal protective equipment recommended in section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions: Carbon black poses no significant environmental hazards. Contain spilled
product on land, if possible. As a matter of good practice, minimize
contamination of sewage water, soil, groundwater, drainage systems, or
bodies of water.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

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Methods for containment: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Methods for cleaning up: Small spills should be vacuumed when possible. Dry sweeping is not
recommended. A vacuum equipped with high efficiency particulate air (HEPA)
filtration is recommended. If necessary, light water spray will reduce dust for
dry sweeping. Large spills may be shoveled into containers. See Section 13.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference to other sections: See section 8. See section 13.

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling: Avoid dust formation. Do not breathe dust. Provide appropriate local exhaust to
minimize dust formation. Do not use compressed air.

Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Provide adequate precautions,

such as electrical grounding and bonding, or inert atmospheres. Grounding of
equipment and conveying systems may be required under certain conditions. Safe work
practices include the elimination of potential ignition sources in proximity to carbon
black dust; good housekeeping to avoid accumulations of dust on all surfaces;
appropriate exhaust ventilation design and maintenance to control airborne dust levels
to below the applicable occupational exposure limit. If hot work is required, the
immediate work area must be cleared of carbon black dust.

General hygiene considerations: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions: Keep in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated location. Store away from heat, ignition sources,
and strong oxidizers.

Carbon black is not classifiable as a Division 4.2 self-heating substance under the UN
test criteria. However, current UN criteria for determining if a substance is self-heating
is volume dependent. This classification may not be appropriate for large volume
storage container.

Before entering vessels and confined spaces containing carbon black, test for adequate
oxygen, flammable gases and potential toxic air contaminants. Do not allow dust to
accumulate on surfaces.

Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizers.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Risk Management Measures: Per Article 14.4 of the REACH Regulation, no exposure scenario has been
developed as the substance is not hazardous.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Exposure guidelines: Representative occupational exposure limits currently available for carbon black (CAS
number: 1333-86-4). Country listing is not all inclusive.

Country Concentration, mg/m3

Argentina 3.5, TWA
Australia 3.0, TWA, inhalable
Belgium 3.6, TWA
Brazil 3.5, TWA
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Canada (Ontario) 3.0 TWA, inhalable

China 4.0, TWA 8.0, TWA, STEL (15 min)
Colombia 3.0, TWA, inhalable
Czech Republic 2.0, TWA
Egypt 3.5, TWA
Finland 3.5, TWA; 7.0, STEL
France – INRS 3.5, TWA/VME inhalable
Germany – BeKGS527 0.5, TWA, respirable; 2.0, TWA, inhalable (DNEL values)
Hong Kong 3.5, TWA
Indonesia 3.5, TWA/NABs
Ireland 3.5, TWA; 7.0, STEL
Italy 3.5, TWA, inhalable
Japan – MHLW 3.0
Japan – SOH 4.0, TWA; 1.0, TWA, respirable
Korea 3.5, TWA
Malaysia 3.5, TWA
Mexico 3.5, TWA
Russia 4.0, TWA
Spain 3.5, TWA (VLA-ED)
Sweden 3.0, TWA
United Kingdom 3.5, TWA, inhalable; 7.0, STEL, inhalable
EU REACH DNEL 2.0, TWA, inhalable; 0.5, TWA respirable
United States 3.5, TWA, OSHA-PEL
3.0, TWA, ACGIH-TLV®, inhalable
3.5, TWA, NIOSH-REL

*Please consult the current version of the standard or regulation that may apply to your operations.

ACGIH® American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists

mg/m3 milligrams per cubic meter
DNEL Derived no-effect level
NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration
PEL permissible exposure limit
REL recommended exposure limit
STEL short-term exposure limit
TLV threshold limit value
TWA time weighted average, eight (8) hours unless otherwise specified

Predicted No Effect Concentration: Not applicable

8.2 Exposure controls

Engineering controls: Use process enclosures and/or exhaust ventilation to keep airborne dust concentrations
below the occupational exposure limit.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Respiratory: Approved air purifying respirator (APR) should be used where airborne dust
concentrations are expected to exceed occupational exposure limits. Use a positive-
pressure, air supplied respirator if there is any potential for uncontrolled release,
exposure levels are not known, or in circumstances where APRs may not provide
adequate protection.

When respiratory protection is required to minimize exposures to carbon black,

programs should follow the requirements of the appropriate governing body for the
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country, province or state. Selected references to respiratory protection standards are

provided below:

• OSHA 29CFR1910.134, Respiratory Protection

• CR592 Guidelines for Selection and Use of Respiratory Protective Devices (CEN)
• German/European Standard DIN/EN 143, Respiratory Protective Devices for Dusty
Materials (CEN)

Hand protection: Wear protective gloves. Use a barrier cream. Wash hands and skin with mild
soap and water.

Eye/face protection: Wear safety glasses or goggles.

Skin protection: Wear general protective clothing to minimize skin contact. Wash clothing
daily. Work clothes should not be taken home.

Other: Emergency eyewash and safety showers should be in close proximity. Wash hands and face thoroughly
with mild soap before eating or drinking.

Environmental exposure controls: in accordance with all local legislation and permit requirements.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Appearance: powder or pellet
Color: black
Odor: odorless
Odor threshold: not applicable
Melting point/freezing point: not applicable
Boiling point/range: not applicable
Vapor pressure: not applicable
Vapor Density: not applicable
Oxidizing properties: not applicable
Flash Point: not applicable
Flammability: not flammable
Explosive properties: Dust may form explosible mixture in air
Explosion limits (air):
Upper: not available
Lower: 50 g/m3 (dust)
Evaporation rate: not applicable
Density: (20ºC): 1.7 – 1.9 g/cm3
Bulk density: 1.25-40 lb/ft3, 20-640 kg/m3
Pellets: 200-680 kg/m3
Powder (fluffy): 20-380 kg/m3
Solubility (in Water): insoluble
pH value: (ASTM 1512): 4-11 [50 g/l water, 68ºF (20ºC)]
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): not applicable
Viscosity: not applicable
Decomposition temperature: not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature: >140ºC
Minimum Ignition temperature: >500ºC (BAM Furnace)(VDI 2263)
>315ºC (Godberg-Greenwald Furnace)(VDI 2263)
Minimum ignition energy: >10,000 mJ (VDI 2263)
Ignition energy: not available
Maximum absolute explosion pressure: 10 bar (VDI 2263)
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Maximum rate of pressure rise: 30-400 bar/sec (VDI 2263 and ASTM E1226-88)
Burn Velocity: > 45 seconds (not classified as “highly flammable” or “easily
ignitable”)
Kst Value: not available
Dust explosion classification: ST1
Decomposition temperature: not applicable

9.2 Other information

Not available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity: May react exothermically upon contact with strong oxidizers.

10.2 Chemical stability

Stability: Stable under normal ambient conditions.

Explosion data
Sensitivity to mechanical impact: Not sensitive to mechanical impact

Sensitivity to static discharge: Dust may form explosible mixture in air. Avoid dust formation. Do not create
a dust cloud. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Ensure
all equipment is earthed/grounded before beginning transfer operation.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization: Does not occur.

Possibility of hazardous reactions: None under normal conditions.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid: Avoid high temperatures >400°C (>752°F) and sources of ignition.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizers.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, organic products of combustion, oxides of
sulfur.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute Toxicity:
Oral LD50: LD50 (rat) > 8000 mg/kg. (Equivalent to OECD TG 401)

Inhalation LD50: No data available

Dermal LD50: No data available

Skin corrosion/irritation: Rabbit: not irritating. (Equivalent to OECD TG 404)

Edema = 0 (max. attainable irritation score: 4)
Erythema = 0 (max. attainable irritation score: 4)
Assessment: Not irritating to skin.

Serious eye damage/irritation: Rabbit: not irritating. (OECD TG 405)

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Cornea: 0 (max. attainable irritation score: 4)

Iris: 0 (max. attainable irritation score: 2)
Conjunctivae: 0 (max. attainable irritation score: 3)
Chemosis: 0 (max. attainable irritation score: 4)
Assessment: Not irritating to the eyes.

Sensitization: Guinea pig skin (Buehler Test): Not sensitizing (OECD TG 406)
Assessment: Not sensitizing in animals.
No cases of sensitization in humans have been reported.

Germ cell mutagenicity: In vitro: Carbon black is not suitable to be tested directly in bacterial (Ames
test) and other in vitro systems because of its insolubility. However, when
organic solvent extracts of carbon black have been tested, results showed no
mutagenic effects. Organic solvent extracts of carbon black can contain traces
of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). A study to examine the
bioavailability of these PAHs showed that they are very tightly bound to carbon
black and are not bioavailable (Borm, 2005).

In vivo: In an experimental investigation, mutational changes in the hprt ene

were reported in alveolar epithelial cells in the rat following inhalation
exposure to carbon black (Driscoll, 1997). This observation is considered to be
rat-specific and a consequence of “lung overload,” which leads to chronic
inflammation and release of reactive oxygen species. This is considered to be
a secondary genotoxic effect and, thus, carbon black itself would not be
considered to be mutagenic.

Assessment: In vivo mutagenicity in rats occurs by mechanisms secondary to

a threshold effect and is a consequence of “lung overload,” which leads to
chronic inflammation and the release of genotoxic oxygen species. This
mechanism is considered to be a secondary genotoxic effect and, thus, carbon
black itself would not be considered to be mutagenic.

Carcinogenicity: Animal toxicity Rat, oral, duration 2 years.

Effect: no tumors.

Mouse, oral, duration 2 years.

Effect: no tumors.

Mouse, dermal, duration 18 months.

Effect: no skin tumors.

Rat, inhalation, duration 2 years.

Target organ: lungs.
Effect: inflammation, fibrosis, tumors.

Note: Tumors in the rat lung are considered to be related to “lung overload”
rather than to a specific chemical effect of carbon black itself in the lung. These
effects in rats have been reported in many studies on other poorly soluble
inorganic particles and appear to be rat specific (ILSI, 2000). Tumors have not
been observed in other species (i.e., mouse and hamster) for carbon black or
other poorly soluble particles under similar circumstances and study
conditions.

Mortality studies (human data)

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A study on carbon black production workers in the UK (Sorahan, 2001) found an increased risk of lung
cancer in two of the five plants studied; however, the increase was not related to the dose of carbon
black. Thus, the authors did not consider the increased risk in lung cancer to be due to carbon black
exposure. A German study of carbon black workers at one plant (Morfeld, 2006; Buechte, 2006) found a
similar increase in lung cancer risk but, like the Sorahan, 2001 (UK study), found no association with
carbon black exposure. A large US study of 18 plants showed a reduction in lung cancer risk in carbon
black production workers (Dell, 2006). Based upon these studies, the February 2006 Working Group at
the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) concluded that the human evidence for
carcinogenicity was inadequate (IARC, 2010).

Since the IARC evaluation of carbon black, Sorahan and Harrington (2007) have re-analyzed the UK study
data using an alternative exposure hypothesis and found a positive association with carbon black
exposure in two of the five plants. The same exposure hypothesis was applied by Morfeld and McCunney
(2009) to the German cohort; in contrast, they found no association between carbon black exposure and
lung cancer risk and, thus, no support for the alternative exposure hypothesis used by Sorahan and
Harrington.

Overall, as a result of these detailed investigations, no causative link between carbon black exposure and
cancer risk in humans has been demonstrated.

IARC cancer classification

In 2006 IARC re-affirmed its 1995 finding that there is “inadequate evidence” from human health studies
to assess whether carbon black causes cancer in humans. IARC concluded that there is “sufficient
evidence” in experimental animal studies for the carcinogenicity of carbon black. IARC’s overall
evaluation is that carbon black is “possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B)”. This conclusion was
based on IARC’s guidelines, which generally require such a classification if one species exhibits
carcinogenicity in two or more animal studies (IARC, 2010).

Solvent extracts of carbon black were used in one study of rats in which skin tumors were found after
dermal application and several studies of mice in which sarcomas were found following subcutaneous
injection. IARC concluded that there was “sufficient evidence” that carbon black extracts can cause cancer
in animals (Group 2B).

ACGIH cancer classification

Confirmed Animal Carcinogen with Unknown Relevance to Humans (Category A3 Carcinogen).

Assessment: Applying the guidelines of self-classification under the Globally Harmonized System of
Classification and Labeling of Chemicals, carbon black is not classified as a carcinogen. Lung tumors are
induced in rats as a result of repeated exposure to inert, poorly soluble particles like carbon black and
other poorly soluble particles. Rat tumors are a result of a secondary non-genotoxic mechanism
associated with the phenomenon of lung overload. This is a species-specific mechanism that has
questionable relevance for classification in humans. In support of this opinion, the CLP Guidance for
Specific Target Organ Toxicity – Repeated Exposure (STOT-RE), cites lung overload under mechanisms not
relevant to humans. Human health studies show that exposure to carbon black does not increase the risk
of carcinogenicity.

Reproductive and developmental toxicity: Assessment: No effects on reproductive organs or fetal development
have been reported in long-term repeated dose toxicity studies in
animals.

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure (STOT-SE): Assessment: Based on available data, specific
target organ toxicity is not expected after single
oral, single inhalation, or single dermal exposure.

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Specific target organ toxicity – repeated exposure (STOT-RE):

Animal toxicity
Repeated dose toxicity: inhalation (rat), 90 days, No Observed Adverse Effect Concentration (NOAEC) =
1.1 mg/m3 (respirable)

Target organ/effects at higher doses are lung inflammation, hyperplasia, and fibrosis.

Repeated dose toxicity: oral (mouse), 2 yrs, No Observed Effect Level (NOEL) = 137 mg/kg (body wt.)

Repeated dose toxicity: oral (rat), 2 yrs, NOEL = 52 mg/kg (body wt.)

Although carbon black produces pulmonary irritation, cellular proliferation, fibrosis, and lung tumors in
the rat under conditions of lung overload, there is evidence to demonstrate that this response is
principally a species-specific response that is not relevant to humans.

Morbidity studies (human data)

Results of epidemiological studies of carbon black production workers suggest that cumulative exposure
to carbon black may result in small, non-clinical decrements in lung function. A U.S. respiratory morbidity
study suggested a 27 ml decline in FEV1 from a 1 mg/m3 8 hour TWA daily (inhalable fraction) exposure
over a 40-year period (Harber, 2003). An earlier European investigation suggested that exposure to 1
mg/m3 (inhalable fraction) of carbon black over a 40-year working lifetime would result in a 48 ml decline
in FEV1 (Gardiner, 2001). However, the estimates from both studies were only of borderline statistical
significance. Normal age-related decline over a similar period of time would be approximately 1200 ml.

In the U.S. study, 9% of the highest non-smokers exposure group (in contrast to 5% of the unexposed
group) reported symptoms consistent with chronic bronchitis. In the European study, methodological
limitations in the administration of the questionnaire limit the conclusions that can be drawn about
reported symptoms. This study, however, indicated a link between carbon black and small opacities on
chest films, with negligible effects on lung function.

Assessment:
Inhalation - Applying the guidelines of self-classification under GHS, carbon black is not classified
under STOT-RE for effects on the lung. Classification is not warranted on the basis of the unique
response of rats resulting from “lung overload” following exposure to poorly soluble particles
such as carbon black. The pattern of pulmonary effects in the rat, such as inflammation and
fibrotic responses, are not observed in other rodent species, non-human primates, or humans
under similar exposure conditions. Lung overload does not appear to be relevant for human
health. Overall, the epidemiological evidence from well-conducted investigations has shown no
causative link between carbon black exposure and the risk of non-malignant respiratory disease
in humans. A STOT-RE classification for carbon black after repeated inhalation exposure is not
warranted.

Oral: Based on available data, specific target organ toxicity is not expected after repeated oral
exposure.

Dermal: Based on available data and the chemical-physical properties (insolubility, low
absorption potential), specific target organ toxicity is not expected after repeated dermal
exposure.

Aspiration hazard: Assessment: Based on industrial experience and the available data, no aspiration hazard
is expected.

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SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Aquatic toxicity:
Acute fish toxicity: LC0 (96 h) 1000mg/l, Species: Brachydanio rerio (zebrafish), Method:
OECD Guideline 203

Acute invertebrate toxicity: EC50 (24 h) > 5600 mg/l, Species: Daphnia magna (waterflea),
Method: OECD Guideline 202

Acute algae toxicity: EC50 (72 h) >10,000 mg/l, NOEC 10,000 mg/l, Species: Scenedesmus
subspicatus, Method: OECD Guideline 201

Activated sludge: EC0 (3 h) > 400 mg/l, EC10 (3h): ca. 800 mg/l, Method: DEV L3 (TTC
test)

12.2 Persistence and degradability

Not soluble in water. Expected to remain on soil surface. Not expected to degrade.

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Not expected because of the physicochemical properties of the substance.

12.4 Mobility in soil

Not expected to migrate. Insoluble.

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

Carbon black is not a PBT or a vPvB.

12.6 Other adverse effects

Not available.

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product disposal: Product should be disposed of in accordance with the regulations issued by the
appropriate federal, provincial, state, and local authorities.

Brazil: Considered as a Class IIA waste – not inert.

Canada: Not a hazardous waste under provincial regulations
EU: EU Waste Code No. 061303 per Council Directive 75/422/EEC
USA: Not a hazardous waste under U.S. RCRA, 40 CFR 261.

Container/Packaging disposal: Empty packaging must be disposed of in accordance with national and local
laws.
SECTION 14: Transport information
The International Carbon Black Association organized the testing of seven ASTM reference carbon blacks according to the
UN method, Self-Heating Solids. All seven reference carbon blacks were found to be “Not a self-heating substance of
Division 4.2.” The same carbon blacks were tested according to the UN method, Readily Combustible Solids and found to
be “Not a readily combustible solid of Division 4.1;” under current UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous
Goods.

The following organizations do not classify carbon black as a “hazardous cargo” if it is “carbon, non-activated, mineral
origin.” Birla Carbon’s carbon black products meet this definition.

DOT IMDG RID ADR ICAO (air) IATA

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14.1 UN/ID No Not regulated

14.2 Proper shipping name Not regulated
14.3 Hazard class Not regulated
14.4 Packing group Not regulated

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
European Union:
Indication of danger: Not a hazardous substance according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.

National Regulations:
Germany: Water hazard class (WGK): nwg (not water endangering)
WGK Number: 1742

Switzerland: Swiss Poison Class: tested and found to be not toxic. G-8938.

International Inventories:
Carbon black, CAS number 1333-86-4, appears on the following inventories:

Australia: AICS
Canada: DSL
China: IECSC
Europe (EU): EINECS (EINECS-RN: 215-609-9)
Japan: ENCS
Korea: KECI
Philippines: PICCS
Taiwan: TCSI
New Zealand: NZIoC
USA: TSCA

15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment

EU Chemical Safety Assessment: Per Article 144.1 of the REACH Regulation, a Chemical Safety Assessment has
been carried out for this substance.

EU Exposure Scenarios: Per Article 14.4 of the REACH Regulation, no exposure scenario has been
developed, as the substance is not hazardous.

SECTION 16: Other Information

Contact Information
Birla Carbon U.S.A., Inc. Birla Carbon Brasil Ltda. Birla Carbon Egypt S.A.E. Birla Carbon China (Weifang)
370 Columbian Chemicals Lane Estrada Renê Fonseca S/N El-Nahda Road Co., Ltd.
Franklin, LA 70538-1149, U.S.A. Cubatão SP Brazil Amreya, Alexandria, Egypt Binhai Economic Development
Telephone +1 337 836 5641 CEP 11573-904 +20 3 47 70 102 Zone
PABX Operator +55 13 3362 7100 Weifang, Shandong, 262737,
PRC
Telephone +86 (0536) 530 5978
Birla Carbon U.S.A., Inc. Birla Carbon Italy S.R.L. Birla Carbon India Private Limited Birla Carbon China (Jining) Co.
3500 South Road S Via S Cassiano, 140 K-16, Phase II, SIPCOT Industrial Ltd.
Ulysses, KS 67880-8103, U.S.A. I - 28069 San Martino di Trecate Complex No. 6, Chenguang Road, Jibei
Telephone +1 620 356 3151 (NO) Italy Gummidipoondi – 601201 High-Tech Industry Park Zone
Telephone +39 0321 7981 Dist: Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu Jining City, Shandong Province
India The People’s Republic of China,
+91 44 279 893 01 272000

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Telephone +86 (0537) 677 9018

Birla Carbon Canada Ltd. Birla Carbon Hungary Ltd. Birla Carbon India Private Limited Birla Carbon Korea Co., Ltd.
755 Parkdale Ave. North H - 3581 Tiszaújváros Village Lohop, Patalganga, #1-3, Ulha-Dong
P.O. Box 3398, Station C P.O.B. 61, Hungary Taluka: Khalapur Yeosu city, cheonnam 555-290,
Hamilton, Ontario L8H 7M2 Telephone +36 49 544 000 Dist.: Raigad 410207 Korea
Canada Maharashtra, India Telephone 82-61-688-3330
Telephone +1 905 544 3343 +91 22 2192 250133
Birla Carbon Brasil Ltda. Birla Carbon Spain, S.L.U. Birla Carbon India Private Limited Birla Carbon Thailand Public Co.
Via Frontal km, 1, S/N. Polo Carretera Gajano-Pontejos Murdhwa Industrial Area Ltd.
Petroquimico 39792 Gajano, Cantabria P.O. Renukook, Dist: Sonebhadra 44 M.1, T. Posa, A. Muang
Camaçari Bahia Brazil Apartado 283, Santander, Spain U.P. Pin – 231 217 Angthong 14000
CEP 42.810-320 Telephone +34 942 503030 India +66 35 672 150-4
Telephone +55 71 3616 1100 +91 5446 252 387/88/89/90/91

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The data and information presented herein corresponds to the present state of our knowledge and experience and is intended to describe our product
with respect to possible occupational health and safety concerns. The user of this product has sole responsibility to determine the suitability of the
product for any use and manner of use intended, and for determining the regulations applicable to such use in the relevant jurisdiction. This SDS is
updated on a periodic basis in accordance with applicable health and safety standards.

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