T-41 – Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

Link to Safety Data Sheet (PDF)

Quick Facts

• Product Name: T-41
• Synonyms: Activated Bleaching Clay
• CAS Number: Mixture
• Type: Adsorbent / Filtration Media
• Supplier: Carbon Chemistry Ltd.
• Address: 34501 E Quincy Ave Bldg 28, Watkins, CO 80137
• Phone: +1 (888) 446-8421
• Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC CCN832309 (800-424-9300, 24-hour)
• GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous
• Signal Word: None
• NFPA Ratings: Health (0), Flammability (0), Physical Hazard (0)

Hazards & Safety

• Classification: This product does not meet the definition of a hazardous substance or preparation under 29 CFR 1910.1200 or WHMIS 2015.
• Hazard Statements: None applicable.
• Precautionary Statements:
  Avoid generating dust. Use adequate ventilation. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Prevent release to drains or waterways.
• California Prop 65: Not listed.

First Aid Measures

• Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, administer oxygen. Seek medical attention.
• Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and launder before reuse.
• Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
• Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical advice.
• Symptoms: Dust may cause mechanical irritation to eyes.
• Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically.

Fire & Explosion Data

• Flash Point: Not applicable
• Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
• Extinguishing Media: Water, dry powder, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or CO₂.
• Explosion Sensitivity: Not sensitive to static discharge or mechanical impact.
• Protective Gear: Firefighters should wear SCBA and full protective equipment.
• Hazards: None known.

Handling & Storage

• Avoid dust formation.
• Use sufficient air exchange or exhaust in work areas.
• Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location.
• Keep away from oxidizing materials and heat sources.
• Activated carbon may reduce oxygen levels in closed containers.
• Specific End Use: Adsorbent, filtration aid.

Exposure & PPE

• Component: Bentonite Dust
• Exposure Limits: 3 mg/m³ (respirable), 10 mg/m³ (total dust)
• Eyes: Safety glasses recommended.
• Skin: Protective gloves advised.
• Respiratory: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate.
• Body: Lab coat or protective overalls.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• Appearance: Dark grey powder
• Odor: Odorless
• Physical State: Solid
• pH: 2.2–8.6
• Solubility: <0.9 g/L (at 20 °C)
• Density: 250–750 kg/m³
• Boiling Point: Not applicable
• Melting Point: Not applicable
• Flash Point: Not applicable
• Evaporation Rate: Not available
• Flammability: Not applicable
• Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
• Vapor Density: Not applicable

Stability & Reactivity

• Stable under normal handling and storage conditions.
• Avoid dust accumulation and contact with oxidizing agents.
• Forms slippery layers when wet.
• No hazardous decomposition products are expected.

Toxicology & Ecology

• Toxicity: No specific data available.
• Irritation: Dust may cause mild mechanical irritation to eyes.
• Sensitization: Not considered a skin sensitizer.
• Carcinogenicity: Not listed by OSHA, IARC, or NTP.
• Mutagenicity/Reproductive Effects: No data indicating risk.
• Aspiration Hazard: Not anticipated.
• Aquatic Toxicity: No specific data available.
• Persistence & Degradability: Not determined.
• Bioaccumulation: Not expected.

Transport & Disposal

• DOT/IMDG/IATA: Not regulated for transport.
• Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
• Hazard Class: N/A
• UN Number: N/A
• Packing Group: N/A
• Marine Pollutant: No
• Disposal: Dispose of as solid waste in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Recycling is preferred over disposal or incineration when possible.

Regulatory Status

• TSCA: All components listed on the U.S. TSCA Inventory.
• SARA 311/312: Not hazardous.
• SARA 313: Not subject to reporting.
• CERCLA RQ: None.
• Clean Water Act: None of the ingredients are listed as hazardous substances.
• Canadian DSL/NDSL: All components listed.
• California Prop 65: Not listed.
• WHMIS Classification: Not classified as hazardous.
• NFPA Ratings: Health (0), Flammability (0), Physical Hazard (0)