Kent Reef Carbon Material Safety Data Sheet

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1 Page 1 of 5 Kent Reef Carbon Material Safety Data Sheet 1. Product And Company Identification Supplier Central Aquatics (a division of Central Garden and Pet Inc.) 5401 West Oakwood Park Drive Franklin, WI United States Company Contact: Customer Service Telephone Number: FAX Number: Customerservice@central.com Supplier Emergency Contacts & Phone Number PROSAR Corp.: Manufacturer Central Aquatics (a division of Central Garden and Pet Inc.) 5401 West Oakwood Park Drive Franklin, WI United States Company Contact: Customer Service Telephone Number: FAX Number: Customerservice@central.com Manufacturer Emergency Contacts & Phone Number PROSAR Corp.: Issue Date: 12/29/2006 Product Name: Kent Reef Carbon CAS Number: Not Established MSDS Number: 82 Product/Material Uses Reef Carbon is an activated carbon for use in freshwater and marine aquaria. 2. Composition/Information On Ingredients Ingredient Name - (CAS Number) - % ACTIVATED CARBON (Not Established) Hazards Identification Primary Routes(s) Of Entry

2 Page 2 of 5 Dust irritation Eye Hazards Mild irritant, considered a nuisance dust. Skin Hazards Ingestion Hazards Inhalation Hazards Inhalation of dust may cause nose, throat, and lung irritation from abrasive nature. Chronic/Carcinogenicity Effects 4. First Aid Measures Eye In case of contact, hold eyelids apart and immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Skin Ingestion Inhalation If inhaled as dust, remove to fresh air. 5. Fire Fighting Measures Flash Point Method: Not combustible Flammability Class: Nonflammable Fire And Explosion Hazards Airborne dust is a weak explosion hazard Extinguishing Media Use the appropriate extinguishing media for the surrounding fire. Fire Fighting Instructions Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear. All carbonaceous materials will burn under certain conditions and activated carbons are no exception. Activated carbons however, are not highly flammable and burn slowly without producing smoke or flame.

3 Page 3 of 5 6. Accidental Release Measures Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Sweep up and remove immediately. 7. Handling And Storage Handling And Storage Precautions No special precautions required. Handling Precautions Avoid breathing dust or vapor. Storage Precautions Store in a dry place. 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Eye/Face Protection Wear clean, dry rubber gloves, Clean, body covering protective clothing and approved eye protection. An eye wash station and safety shower should be readily available. Skin Protection None required under normal use. Respiratory Protection General room ventilation is normally adequate. 9. Physical And Chemical Properties Appearance Black granular solid Odor No odor Chemical Type: Mixture Physical State: Solid Melting Point: >1000 F Solubility: insoluble 10. Stability And Reactivity Stability: STABLE Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur Conditions To Avoid (Stability) Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents

4 Page 4 of 5 Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon dioxide, Carbon monoxide Conditions To Avoid (Polymerization) Will not occur 11. Toxicological Information Eye Effects Mild irritant, considered a nuisance dust. Skin Effects This product is considered non-hazardous when evaluated by criteria established in the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR ). Acute Oral Effects This product is considered non-hazardous when evaluated by criteria established in the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR ). Acute Inhalation Effects Chronic/Carcinogenicity 12. Ecological Information 13. Disposal Considerations 14. Transport Information 15. Regulatory Information SARA Hazard Classes Acute Health Hazard 16. Other Information NFPA Rating Health: 0 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 HMIS Rating Health: 0

5 Page 5 of 5 Fire: 0 Reactivity: 0 Revision/Preparer Information MSDS Preparer: Andrew Hudson MSDS Preparer Phone Number: This MSDS Supersedes A Previous MSDS Dated: 02/27/2002 Disclaimer Although reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this document, we extend no warranties and make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of the information contained therein, and assume no responsibility regarding the suitablility of this information for the user's intended purposes or for the consequences of its use. Each individual should make a determination as to the suitability of the information for their particular purposes(s). Central Garden and Pet