General Information
Revision date
2026-06-01
Product name
Zirconium carbide powder
Product Synonyms
Zirconium carbide (ZrC) * Zirconium monocarbide
CAS No.
12070-14-3
Manufacturer Name
Materion Advanced Chemicals Inc
Emergency telephone
1.216.383.4019
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Company Information
company name
Materion Advanced Chemicals Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
Materion-PS@materion.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H228, H302+H312, H320, H332
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H228
Flammable solid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA defined hazards Hazards of the product as supplied
Physical hazards
Flammable solids Category 1
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Acute toxicity, dermal Category 4 Acute toxicity, inhalation Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B
Environmental hazards
Not classified.
2.3 Other hazards
Hazard(s) not otherwise The Safety Information Sheet Chemicals of hazardous chemical can be obtained through phone,
Classified (HNOC)
email or on the company website.
Additional information
For further information, please contact the Product Stewardship Department at +1.800.862.4118.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Flammable solid. May form combustible dust concentrations in air. Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes eye irritation. Harmful if inhaled.
Prevention
Prevent dust accumulation to minimize explosion hazard. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. Observe good industrial hygiene practices.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
Store away from incompatible materials.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.