Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 240-383-3 | CAS number: 16291-96-6 An amorphous form of carbon produced by partially burning or oxidizing wood or other organic matter.
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
In case of inhalation : provide fresh air.
In case of contact with eyes : wash with water or eye-bath. If necessar consult an ophtalmologist.
in case of contact with skin : wash with clear water and soap
in case of ingestion : drink water
Fire-fighting measures
use water to estinguish, or any materials at your side
Accidental release measures
Charcoal has no impact on nature. If released, just leave on ground, or clean the place without any precaution.
Handling and storage
Store in a dry place
Transport information
Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)
- UN number:
- no number
Proper shipping name and description
wood charcoal
chemical name
charcoal
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Special provisions
No special provisions
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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))
- UN number:
- No UN Number
Proper shipping name and description
charcoal
Chemical name
Charcoal
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
- UN number:
- No UN number
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- Wood charcoal
- Chemical name:
- Charcoal
- Labels:
- No labels
Special provisions / remarks
- Remarks:
- Wood charcoal is not IMO
Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)
- UN number:
- No UN number
Shipping information
- Proper shipping name and description:
- Charcoal
- Chemical name:
- Charcoal
- Labels:
- No labels
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Exposure controls / personal protection
No particular controls or personal required
Stability and reactivity
Stable and not reactive
Disposal considerations
Dispose normaly, no special precaution.
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