| [Fire Fighting] Use water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical extinguishing agents, dry sand, or dry ground dolomite to extinguish fire. No special firefighting procedures needed, use normal procedures which include wearing NIOSH/MSHA approved self-contained breathing apparatus, flame and chemical resistant clothing, hats, boots and gloves. If without risk remove material from fire area. | |
| [Ingestion] No data available, but one should obtain medical attention. | |
| [Skin] Remove contaminated clothing, flood skin with large amounts of water. If irritation persists seek medical attention. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes, including under eyelids, with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Call a physician. | |
| [Storage] Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after use. | |
| [Personal Protection] Rubber gloves, ANSI approved safety goggles, lab coat or apron. | |
| [Respirators] High efficiency particle respirator. | |
| [Exposure Effects] May cause irritation to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. | |
| [Exposure limit(s)] OSHA PEL 5 mg/m3 (at Ta) | |
| [Appearance] Black to gray powder. Odorless | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 3880 | |
| [Boiling Point] 5500 | |
| [Usage] Used in tool bits for cutting tools. The hardness even exceeds that of diamond. | |
| [Product Name] Tantalum carbide | |
| [Synonyms] Tantalum monocarbide | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_12070-06-3.htm">12070-06-3 | |
| [Formula] CTa | |
| [Molecular Weight] 192.96 | |
| [EINECS] 235-118-3 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Wearing full protective equipment, cover spill with dry sand or vermiculite. Mix well and carefully transfer to a container. | |
| [Stability] Stable at normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] May emit irritating fumes |
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