TITANIUM CARBIDE | ICSC: 1319 (November 1998) |
CAS #: 12070-08-5 |
EC Number: 235-120-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air. | Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. | |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder. | ||
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
PACKAGING | |
TITANIUM CARBIDE | ICSC: 1319 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: TiC |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately. The substance is usually used in combination with other compounds such as tungsten carbide, cobalt. Workers exposed to mixed dusts containing titanium carbide have developed pneumoconiosis. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations