General Information
Version
7.1
Revision date
2025-06-25
Product name
Aluminum carbide
CAS No.
1299-86-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
Emergency telephone
+1-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
MilliporeSigma Canada Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H261, H315, H319, H335
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H261
In contact with water releases flammable gas
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Substances and mixtures, : Category 2 which in contact with water, emit flammable gases Combustible dust : Category 1 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Specific target organ : Category 3 (Respiratory system) toxicity - single exposure
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H261 In contact with water releases flammable gases. May form combustible dust concentrations in air. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
P223 Do not allow contact with water. P231 + P232 Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P302 + P335 + P334 IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
Storage
P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards
May form explosible dust-air mixture if dispersed
