815-50 to 815-76 Silicon Carbide Powder 120 to 1000 Grit MSDS

Material Safety Data Sheet

Product No. 815-50, -52, -54, -56, -58, -60, -62, -64, -66, -68, -70, -72, -74, 815-76 Silicon Carbide Powder, 120, 240, 320, 400, 600, 800, 1000 Grit

Issue Date (01-01-07)

Review Date (09-14-11)

Section 1: Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Silicon Carbide Powder

Synonym: None

Company Name

Ted Pella, Inc., 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: Composition / Information on Ingredients

Principle Hazardous Component(s)
(chemical and common name(s)) (Cas. No)

OSHA
PEL

mg/m3

ACGIH
TLV mg/m3

NTP

IARC

OSHA
regulated

Silicon Carbide (409-21-2)

~100

Section 3: Hazard Identification
Emergency overview

Appearance: Crystalline green to black powder

Immediate effects: May cause slight irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.

Potential health effects

Primary Routes of entry:
Signs and Symptoms of Overexposure: ND
Eyes: May cause temporary eye irritations. High concentrations may cause conjunctivitis, not corrosive.

Skin: Not expected to be a skin irritant. Prolong contact may cause redness and irritation.

Ingestion: No harmful effects expected in amounts likely to be ingested by accident.

Inhalation Spray mist or dry dust may cause congestion, coughing, granuloma in lungs

Chronic Exposure: ND

Chemical Listed As Carcinogen Or Potential Carcinogen: None

See Toxicological Information (Section11)

Potential environmental effects

See Ecological Information (Section 12)

Section 4: First Aid Measures
If accidental overexposure is suspected

Eye(s) Contact: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, seek medical attention

Skin Contact: Wash affected area with a waterless hand cleaner and/or soap and water. If irritation persists consult a physician.
Inhalation: If inhaled, immediately remove affected person to fresh air. If discomfort persists, seek medical attention.

Ingestion: If material is swallowed, rinse out mouth and dilute with large amounts of water. Do not induce vomiting. Consult a physician immediately.

Note to physician

Treatment: ND

Medical Conditions generally Aggravated by Exposure: ND

Section 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: None
Flammable Limits: None

Auto-ignition point: None
Fire Extinguishing Media: None
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: None, however firefighters should wear full-face self-contained breathing apparatus and impervious protective clothing and avoid inhaling any combustion products.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None

Hazardous combustion products: None

DOT Class: None

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Steps to be Taken in Case Material is Released or Spilled: Sweep, scoop or vacuum and remove
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to Federal, State and Local Regulations.

Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storage: Avoid direct sunlight during prolong storage.

Storage temperature: NA

Storage Pressure: NA

Section 8: Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
Engineering Controls

Ventilation required: Ventilation should effectively remove and prevent build up of any vapor or mist generated from the handling of this product.

Personal Protection Equipment

Respiratory protection: Appropriate NIOSH/MSHA respiratory protection must be provided

Protective gloves: Use impervious gloves
Skin protection: Use imperious apron and boots
Eye protection: Wear safety glasses, chemical goggles, or a full face shield.
Additional clothing and/or equipment: ND

Exposure Guidelines

See Composition/Information on Ingredients (Section2)

Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance and Physical State: Crystalline green to black powder.

Odor (threshold): Odorless

Specific Gravity (H2O=1): 3.2

Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): NA

Vapor Density (air=1): NA

Percent Volatile by volume: NA

Evaporation Rate (butyl acetate=1): NA

Boiling Point: NA

Freezing point / melting point: 2730º C
pH: 50g/400 ml @ 20º C 8-10 SU
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Molecular Weight: 40.097

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: None

Materials to Avoid (Incompatibility): None
Hazardous Decomposition Products: None
Hazardous Polymerization: None

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Results of component toxicity test performed: None

Human experience: ND

This product does not contain any compounds listed by NTP or IARC or regulated by OSHA as a carcinogen.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecological Information: Not expected to be hazardous to environment.

Chemical Fate Information: ND

Section 13 Disposal Considerations

RCRA 40 CFR 261 Classification: None

Federal, State and local laws governing disposal of materials can differ. Ensure proper disposal compliance with proper authorities before disposal.

Section 14: Transportation Information

US DOT Information: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IATA: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

IMO: Proper shipping name: Not regulated

Marine Pollutant: No

Canadian TDG: Not regulated

Section 15: Regulatory Information

United States Federal Regulations

MSDS complies with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Rule 29, CFR 1910.1200.

SARA: None

SARA Title III: No

RCRA: No

TSCA: No

CERCLA: No

State Regulations

California Proposition 65: None

International Regulations

Canada WHMIS: ND

Europe EINECS Numbers: ND

Section 16: Other Information

Label Information:

European Risk and Safety Phrases:

European symbols needed:

Canadian WHMIS Symbols:

NFPA Hazard Rating: Health: 1; Fire: 0; Reactivity: 0
(0=least, 1=Slight, 2=Moderate, 3=High, 4=Extreme)

Abbreviations used in this document

NE= Not established

NA= Not applicable

NIF= No Information Found

ND= No Data

Disclaimer
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.

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