Specific target organ toxicity following single exposure, category 3
- Respiratory tract irritation
- Narcotic effects
Not used
with the "skull and crossbones" pictogram
for skin or eye irritation if:
the "corrosion" pictogram also appears
the "health hazard" pictogram is used to indicate respiratory sensitization
Safety & Transport Information
When heated to 150°C it decomposes to form a gas which ignites spontaneously in air. The dry powder can ignite spontaneously if a large surface area is exposed to air (e.g. on a filter paper). When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of Na2O. See also ACETYLIDES.
Risk Codes:
R10 - Flammable R14/15 - Reacts violently with water, liberating extremely flammable gases R15 - Contact with water liberates extremely flammable gases R20/21 - Harmful by inhalation and in contact with skin R34 - Causes burns R38 - Irritating to skin
Safety Codes:
S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice S36/37 - Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection S43 - In case of fire use ... (indicate in the space the precise type of fire-fighting equipment. If water increases the risk add - Never use water) S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible)
Hazard Classes:
4.3
Hazard Symbols:
F, Xn, C
Storage temperature :
Refrigerator (+4 °C) + Flammables area
RID/ADR certification :
UN 3399 4.3 / PG 1
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Alternative Distributors of [Sodium carbide]
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