Graphite (synthetic)
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CAS
7440-44-0 (synthetic)
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C
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RTECS
FF5250100 (synthetic)
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Acheson graphite, Artificial graphite [Note: Also see specific listing for Graphite (natural).]
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: See Appendix D
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OSHA PEL†: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
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Physical Description
Steel gray to black, greasy feeling, odorless solid.
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MW: 12.0
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BP: Sublimes
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MLT: 6602°F (Sublimes)
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Sol: Insoluble
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VP: 0 mmHg (approx)
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IP: NA
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Sp.Gr: 1.5-1.8
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Combustible Solid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Very strong oxidizers such as fluorine, chlorine trifluoride & potassium peroxide
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 0500, 0600
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: No recommendation
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Breathing: Fresh air
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Cough, dyspnea (breathing difficulty), black sputum, decreased pulmonary function, lung fibrosis
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Target Organs
respiratory system, cardiovascular system
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See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0702
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