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M A T E R I A L S A F E T Y D A T A S H E E T
SECTION I - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION |
| PRODUCT NAME: | Aluminum carbide, powder |
| PRODUCT CODE: | A-MSDS0021 |
| REFERENCE #: | 1299-86-1 |
| MANUFACTURER INFORMATION | |
| COMPANY NAME: | Materion Advanced Chemicals Inc. |
| 1316 W. St. Paul Avenue | |
| Milwaukee, WI 53233 | |
| EMERGENCY CONTACT: | CHEMTREC (800)424-9300 |
| ALTERNATE EMERGENCY CONTACT: | Materion Advanced Chemicals Inc. (414)289-9800 |
| CHEMICAL FAMILY: | Metal carbide |
| CAS NUMBER: | 1299-86-1 |
| FORMULA: | Al4C3 |
| MOLECULAR WEIGHT: | 143.91 |
| UPC/EAN: | 215-076-2 |
| SYNONYMS | |
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Aluminum carbide |
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SECTION II - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS/IDENTITY INFORMATION |
| Hazardous Components (Chemical Name) | CAS # | Concentration | OSHA PEL | ACGIH TLV | Other Limits |
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| Aluminum carbide | 1299-86-1 | 0.0 -100.0 % | 2 mg/m3; as aluminum soluble | 2 mg/m3; as aluminum | NE |
SECTION III - PHYSICAL/CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS |
| PHYSICAL STATES: | [ ] Gas [ ] Liquid [ X ] Solid |
| MELTING POINT: | 2100.00 C |
| BOILING POINT: | 2200.00 C |
| SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1): | 2.36 |
| VAPOR PRESSURE (VS. AIR OR MM HG): | |
| VAPOR DENSITY (VS. AIR = 1): | |
| EVAPORATION RATE (VS BUTYL ACETATE=1): | |
| SOLUBILITY IN WATER: | decomposes |
| SOLUBILITY NOTES | |
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to methane gas |
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| PERCENT VOLATILE: | N.A. |
| APPEARANCE AND ODOR | |
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Yellow powder, no odor. |
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SECTION IV - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA |
| FLASH PT: | N.A. Method Used: Unknown |
| EXPLOSIVE LIMITS: | LEL: NE UEL: NE |
| EXTINGUISHING MEDIA | |
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USE: Class D or other extinguishing agent for metal fires. |
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| SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES | |
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Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Fumes from fire are hazardous. Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution. |
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| UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS | |
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On contact with water or moisture, aluminum carbide emits very flammable and explosive methane gas. Mixture with lead dioxide and potassium permanganate reacts incandescently when heated. |
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| HAZARDOUS COMBUSTION PRODUCTS | |
SECTION V - REACTIVITY DATA |
| STABILITY: | Unstable [ ] Stable [ X ] |
| CONDITIONS TO AVOID - INSTABILITY | |
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None |
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| INCOMPATIBILITY - MATERIALS TO AVOID | |
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Water, moisture, lead dioxide and potassium permanganate |
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| HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS | |
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Methane gas |
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| HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION: | Will occur [ ] Will not occur [ X ] |
| CONDITIONS TO AVOID - HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION | |
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None |
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SECTION VI - HEALTH HAZARD DATA |
| HEALTH HAZARDS (ACUTE AND CHRONIC) | |
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To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of aluminum carbide have not been thoroughly investigated and recorded. Aluminum compounds have many commercial uses and are commonly found in industry. Many of these materials are active chemically and thus exhibit dangerous toxic and reactive properties. (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, eighth edition) INHALATION: Acute: May cause irritation to the respiratory system. Chronic: May cause pulmonary fibrosis. INGESTION: Acute: No acute health effects recorded. Chronic: May be implicated in Alzheimer's disease. SKIN: Acute: Contact with wet skin may cause irritation. Chronic: No chronic health effects recorded. EYE: Acute: May cause irritation. Chronic: No chronic health effects recorded. TARGET ORGANS: May affect the respiratory system, skin and eyes. |
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| CARCINOGENICITY: | NTP? No IARC Monographs? No OSHA Regulated? No |
| RECOMMENDED EXPOSURE LIMITS | |
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See "Section II" |
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| LD 50 / LC 50 | |
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No toxicity data recorded |
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| SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE | |
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INHALATION: May cause a red, dry, throat and coughing. INGESTION: No acute or chronic health effects recorded. SKIN: May cause redness, itching and burning. EYE: May cause redness, itching, burning and watering. |
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| MEDICAL CONDITIONS GENERALLY AGGRAVATED BY EXPOSURE | |
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Pre-existing respiratory disorders. |
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| EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES | |
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INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air; keep warm and quiet; give oxygen if breathing is difficult and seek medical attention. INGESTION: Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting; seek medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing; brush material off skin; wash affected area with mild soap and water; seek medical attention if symptoms persist. EYE: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, lifting upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. |
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SECTION VII - PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE |
| STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED | |
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Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section VIII-control measures. Isolate spill area, provide ventilation and extinguish sources of ignition. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA) air filter and place in a closed container for proper disposal. Take care not to raise dust. Use non-sparking tools. |
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| WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD | |
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Dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. |
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| HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION: | |
| Store in cool, dry area Store in tightly sealed container Wash thoroughly after handling | |
| PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING | |
| PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN STORING | |
| Aluminum carbide is hygroscopic. Handle and store in a controlled environment and an inert gas such as argon. | |
SECTION VIII- CONTROL MEASURES |
| PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SUMMARY - HAZARD LABEL INFORMATION: | |
| NIOSH approved respirator Impervious gloves Safety glasses Clothes to prevent skin contact | |
| RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT (SPECIFY TYPE) | |
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NIOSH - approved respirator |
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| EYE PROTECTION | |
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Safety goggles |
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| PROTECTIVE GLOVES | |
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Rubber gloves |
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| OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING | |
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Protective gear suitable to prevent contamination |
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| VENTILATION | |
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Local Exhaust: To maintain concentration at low exposure levels Special: Handle in a controlled environment Mechanical (Gen): Not recommended Other: Handle in an inert gas such as argon |
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| WORK/HYGIENIC/MAINTENANCE PRACTICES | |
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Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure at low levels. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating and smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air. |
SECTION IX - ADDITIONAL COMMENTS |
| No data available. |