Conditions to avoid: Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Avoid dust formation. Activated carbon
(especially when wet) can deplete oxygen from air in enclosed spaces, and dangerously
low levels of oxygen may result.
Activated carbons have high surface area which may cause self-heating during oxidation.
Incompatible materials: Strong oxidizing agents. Strong acids.
Explosion data See also Section 9.
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact: None.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge: Dust may form explosible mixture in air. Do not create a dust cloud by using a brush or
compressed air.
Hazardous decomposition products: Used activated carbon may produce additional combustion products which are based on
the substance(s) adsorbed. Materials allowed to smolder for long periods in enclosed
spaces may produce amounts of carbon monoxide which reach the lower explosive limit
(carbon monoxide LEL = 12.5% in air). Carbon oxides.