MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Manufacture鈥檚 Name Emergency Telephone No.
Carbon Composites, Inc. (978) 840-0707
Address Telephone No. for Information
12 Jytek Park (978) 840-0707
Leominster, MA 01453-5932
Product Name Date Prepared
Rigidized Carbon Felt Insulation January, 2002
Carbon Fiber Composite
Synonyms
Carbon/Graphite Felt Insulation
Graphite Foil Laminate
Carbon Fiber Composite Laminate, CFC, Carbon/Carbon
SECTION 2 - INGREDIENTS (INERT & HAZARDOUS)
Composition % CAS # OSHA PEL ACGIH TLV
Carbon/Synthetic Graphite 99.9+ 7440-44-0 15 mg/m鲁 10 mg/m鲁
7782-42-5
SECTION 3 鈥? PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL DATA
Boiling Point N/A Melting Point N/A
Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1) N/A Solubility in Water Negligible
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) N/A Vapor Density (Air = 1) N/A
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1) 0.13 鈥? 0.25 Volatiles by Weight Negligible @ RT
Carbon Fiber Composite 1.3 鈥? 1.5 g/cc
Appearance and Odor
Gray solid laminate, Gray-black fibrous felt; negligible odor
SECTION 4 - FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point N/A Flammable Limits LEL 鈥? N/A; UEL 鈥? N/A
Extinguishing Media Water, CO2, Sand Extinguishing Media to Avoid N/A
Special Fire Fighting Procedures N/A, Difficult to Ignite
Unusual Fire and Explosion Data
Graphite and carbon dusts are normally not explosive, but these may weakly contribute if the event is
initiated by another explosive dust or gas. Graphite and carbon dusts are electrically conductive; dust
accumulations may cause electrical short circuits or other electrical malfunctions.
SECTION 5 - REACTIVITY DATA
Hazardous Polymerization Will Not Occur Conditions to Avoid N/A
Stability Stable
Incompatibility None
Hazardous Decomposition or Byproducts None
SECTION 6 - HEALTH HAZARD DATA
Primary Routes of Exposure Inhalation Skin Ingestion Eyes
Dust and Fibers Yes Yes Unlikely Yes
Effects of Overexposure
Eyes: At high dust levels, mechanical irritation.
Breathing: Fibers from insulation are a possible slight lung irritant under constant exposure.
Prolonged and repeated overexposure may lead to pneumoconiosis.
Skin: Itching of skin may be possible.
Carcinogenicity NTP 鈥? No IARC Monographs 鈥? No OSHA Regulated - No
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure
Acute: Severe Coughing, Black Sputum
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Individuals with pre-existing chronic respiratory impairments may be an increased risk of
pneumoconiosis.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Eyes: Flush with water if irritation occurs.
Skin: Wash with soap and water.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air.
Ingestion: None necessary.
SECTION 7 鈥? PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE
Steps To Be Taken In Case Material Is Released Or Spilled
Use normal housekeeping practice. Vacuum or sweep up spills taking care not to generate airborne
fibers which can cause electrical malfunctions.
Waste Disposal Method
Material may be bagged, and then disposed of in an approved landfill. Incinerating may cause airborne
particles. Disposal must be in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Precautions to be Taken in Handling and Storing
Carbon and graphite fibers are electrically conductive and may cause short circuits that may result in
damage to or malfunction of electrical equipment. All forms of electrical equipment, enclosures, and
circuits in or near areas where fibers are used should be properly protected against infiltration of or
contact with airborne particles or fibers.
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SECTION 8 鈥? CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory Protection Use approved respirator if exposure exceeds PEL limits.
Ventilation Local ventilation or dust collection recommended if dust exceeds PEL
limits. General mechanical as necessary to minimize fibers.
Eye Protection Safety glasses with side shields. Goggles may be required on excessive
exposure.
Protective Gloves Cotton or latex gloves may be required on excessive exposure.
Recommended due to the potential of fiber splinters.
Other Protective Clothing
or Equipment Exposed skin may need covering on excessive exposure. Eye wash
station. Good ventilation.
Work/Hygienic Practices Material should be handled so as to prevent eye contact and excessive or
repeated skin contact. Inhalation of fibers should be avoided.
SECTION 9 鈥? OTHER SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS OR COMMENTS
Wash clothes separately from other clothes.
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