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Niobium carbide

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[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
[Inhalation]

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
[Skin]

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
[Eyes]

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
[Storage]

Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
[Skin]

May cause irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause irritation.
[Hazards]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
[Personal Protection]

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.
[Respirators]

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection is desired, use multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges.
[Exposure Effects]

May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption.
[Appearance]

Gray cubic crystals. An extremely hard refractory ceramic material
[Density]

7.6 g/cm3 (25 C)
[Usage]

Used in tool bits for cutting tools.
[Product Name]

Niobium carbide
[Synonyms]

Niobium monocarbide
[CAS]

"CASEN_12069-94-2.htm">12069-94-2
[Formula]

CNb
[Molecular Weight]

104.92
[EINECS]

235-117-8
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Oxides of carbon.