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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.
Flammability
Administrative data
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Description of key information
Flammability of charcoal was conducted according to EU A.10 test method and under GLP compliance. Three charcoal probes (Probe 1: C-Fix = 73.3%, Probe 2: C-Fix = 80.5%, and Probe 3: C-Fix = 88.7%) were tested. There were no ignitions in any of the charcoal probe tested. Therefore, charcoal should be considered as not flammable.
Key value for chemical safety assessment
- Flammability:
- non flammable
Additional information
Determination of the flammability of charcoal was conducted according to EU A.10 test method and under the GLP compliance. Three charcoal probes (Probe 1: C-Fix = 73.3%, Probe 2: C-Fix = 80.5%, and Probe 3: C-Fix = 88.7%) were tested. When heated with the flame of a gas burner, red glowing of the test items were observed. After 2 min, the burner was taken away and flame died. The glowing continued for approx. 1-3 min. There were no ignitions in any of the charcoal probe tested. Grey residues were observed with each probe. Therefore, charcoal should be considered as not flammable.
Justification for classification or non-classification
There were no ignitions in any of the 3 charcoal probes tested. Therefore, charcoal should be considered as not flammable. Accordingly, charcoal is not classified for flammability.
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