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Prod. No. 16524, 16526 Vitreous Carbon Planchet
Issue Date (01-15-91)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Vitreous Carbon Planchet

Synonyms: Glassy Carbon; Vitreous Carbon
Chemical Family: Carbon

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc. and PELCO International, P.O. Box 492477, Redding, CA 96049-2477
Domestic Phone  (800) 237-3526 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

International Phone (01) (530) 243-2200 (Mon-Thu. 6:00AM to 4:30PM PST; Fri 6:00AM to 4:00PM PST)

Chemtrec Emergency Number 1-800-424-9300 24 hrs a day.

Section 2 Physical Data:
Melting Point: (Sublime) 3650°C
Boiling Point: NA
Specific Gravity: 1.4 - 1.5
Vapor Pressure: 3586°C
Vapor Density: >1
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Evaporation Rate: NA
Appearance and Odor: Black powder, no odor

Section 3 Hazardous Ingredients Data:
Chemical Formular: 0
OSHA PEL: NA
ACGIH TLV: 10mg/m3 Total Dust, 5mg/m3 Respirable
Carcinogenicity:
NTP: No, IARC Monographs: No, OSHA Regulated: No
"OSHA PEL" refers to the Permissible Exposure Limits for airborne contaminants as specified in 29 CFR 1900.1000.

Section 4 Fire and Explosion Hazard Data:
Flash Point: NA
Explosive Limits in Air: NA
Fire Extinguishing Media: Sand, earth, water, dry chemicals
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Considered only slight fire hazard when exposed to heat. Avoid breathing fumes.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Only very slight explosion hazard if very fine dust is exposed to heat or flame.

Section 5 Health Hazard Data:
Routes of entry: Inhalation
Special Precaution: If material is handled, dust may cause coughing
Effects of Overexposure:
Inhalation: Cough
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: None

Section 6 Emergency First Aid Procedures:
Eye (s): Flush with copious quantities of water.
Skin: Wash with mild soap and water.

Section 7 Reactivity Data:
Stability: Stable.
Incompatibilities (materials to avoid): Strong oxidizing media.
Conditions to Avoid: Will oxidize slowly in air above 500°C.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None.

Section 8 Protective Equipment:
Ventilation: Local exhaust.
Respiratory: Nuisance Dust (if needed).
Eyes: Wear protective goggles.
Skin: Wear protective gloves.
Other: Practice good housekeeping in workplace and storage area.
Work/Hygienic Practices: Wash hands before eating or drinking.

Section 9 Spill or Leak Procedures:
Steps To Be Taken In Case Material is Released or Spilled:
Sweep up dust.

Section 10 Waste Disposal:
Dispose of material in accordance with state, local and federal regulations.

NA=Not Available


Ted Pella, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind regarding the information furnished herein. Users should independently determine the suitability and completeness of information from all sources. While this data is presented in good faith and believed to be accurate, it should be considered only as a supplement to other information gathered by the user. It is the User's responsibility to assure the proper use and disposal of these materials as well as the safety and health of all personnel who may work with or otherwise come in contact with these materials.