Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Silicon Carbide
- Product Form
- lumps
- Chemical Name
- silicon carbide
- Synonyms
- REFSIC, TOPSIC, ESIC and SiC lumps (Metallurgical SiC)
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- N/A
- REACH No.
- 01-2119402892-42-0002
Identified Uses
Metallurgical (e.g. alloys, deoxidisation, pretreatment of cast iron and steel)
Uses advised against
No uses of silicon carbide advised against.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
ESD-SIC bv.
manufacturer
Kloosterlaan 11-13, 9936 TE Farmsum, NETHERLANDS
0031 596 637 222
ESD-SIC bv.
distributor
Kloosterlaan 11-13, 9936 TE Farmsum, NETHERLANDS
0031 596 637 222
ESD-SIC bv
manufacturer
23 rue Beaumont – 2227 Luxembourg
Emergency Contacts
Silicon Carbide Manufacturers Association
0031 596 637 245
24h/day
Silicon Carbide Manufacturers Association
0031 596 637 246
24h/day
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Silicon Carbide (SiC) EC N°: 206-991-8, CAS 409-21-2, range 26-97 %
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silicon Carbide (SiC) EC: 206-991-8 | 409-21-2 | 26 - 97% | No |
| respirable crystalline silica | --- | 0.01% | No |
Notes
(not classified according to Regulation (EC) N° 1272/2008)
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
No special action required.
No special action required. Seek medical attention if needed.
Symptoms: Mechanical irritant, prolonged contact may cause skin abrasion.
Flush with plenty of clean water. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Symptoms: Mechanical irritant, contact may cause tearing and redness.
No special action required.
Medical Treatment
No specific treatment required
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use extinguishing measures appropriate to the sources of the fire
None known
No special exposure hazards known arising from the product itself, combustion products or resulting gases.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
No special measures required
Pick up mechanically
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Minimize dust formation
No special precautionary measures
No danger of fire and dust explosion
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Use engineering controls to ensure compliance (implies air monitoring strategy, proper selection of air sampling equipment and statistical analysis of dust levels) with applicable dust exposure limits
Protective gloves are recommended
Wear safety glasses
Avoid inhaling the dust; if in specific circumstances, compliance cannot be achieved, use a disposable (P2 as a minimum) dust protection mask
See section 6 and 7. No further measures required
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The material is stable
No reactivity hazards
No hazardous reactions known
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is Silicon Carbide known by?
Silicon Carbide is also known as: REFSIC, TOPSIC, ESIC and SiC lumps (Metallurgical SiC)
What is the hazard signal word for Silicon Carbide?
The signal word is no signal word.
What is the physical form of Silicon Carbide?
Silicon Carbide is a solid with green, dark green, black color. It has odourless odor.
What is Silicon Carbide used for?
Metallurgical (e.g. alloys, deoxidisation, pretreatment of cast iron and steel)