Potential Health Effects

(Material) Safety Data Sheet

Section 1 - Product and Company Identification

Material Name Cubic Boron NitrideProduct Description Powder with no odor.

Manufacturer Saint­Gobain Ceramic Materials 1401 E. Lackawanna St.

Olyphant, PA 18447United States

Telephone General 570­383­3261

Emergency 1­800­535­5053 ­ INFOTRAC

Key to abbreviations

‡ = HMIS is a registered trademark of the American Coatings Association

Section 2 - Hazards Identification

Emergency Overview

Storage/Disposal Dispose of content and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations.

Physical Form SolidColor Amber, gray, or black.

Odor Odorless

OSHA NoneWHMIS NoneEU NoneGHS None

Aggravated by Exposure

Inhalation

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Last Revision Date 10/05/2011Preparation Date 10/05/2011

Route Of Entry Inhalation, Skin, Eye, IngestionMedical Conditions Disorders of the lungs

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See Section 12 for Ecological Information.

See Section 11 for Toxicological Information.

See Section 2 for Potential Health Effects.

Acute (Immediate) Exposure to dust may cause mechanical irritation.Chronic (Delayed) No data available.

SkinAcute (Immediate) Exposure to dust may cause mechanical irritation.Chronic (Delayed) No data available.

EyeAcute (Immediate) Exposure to dust may cause mechanical irritation.Chronic (Delayed) No data available.

IngestionAcute (Immediate) Exposure to dust may cause irritation.Chronic (Delayed) No data available.

Section 3 - Composition/Information on Ingredients

Hazardous Components

Chemical Name CAS %(weight) UN;EINECS LD50/LC50EU Classification

& R PhrasesOther

Cubic boron nitride 10043-11-5 > 99% 233-136-6 NDA NDA NDA

This product is not considered hazardous under the U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication Standard. In Canada, the product mentioned above is not considered hazardous under the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS). This product is not considered dangerous under the European Directive 67/548/EEC According to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 (CLP) this material is not considered hazardous. According to the Globally Harmonized Standard for Classification and Labeling (GHS) this product does not meet the criteria necessary to be considered hazardous.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures

Inhalation Move victim to fresh air. Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Eye In case of contact with substance, immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Do not give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures

Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire.Unsuitable Extinguishing Media

No data available.

Firefighting Procedures No data availableUnusual Fire and Explosion Hazards

Material is non­combustible and is not expected to pose a fire or explosion hazard.

Hazardous Combustion Products

Decomposition of this product may yield oxides of boron and nitrogen. Decomposition of boron nitride occurs at 2204 °C (4000 °F).

Protection of Firefighters Wear positive pressure self ­contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Structural firefighters' protective clothing will only provide limited protection.

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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions Take proper precautions to minimize exposure by using appropriate personal protective equipment.

Emergency Procedures No emergency procedures are expected to be necessary if material is used under ordinary conditions as as recommended.

Environmental Precautions Avoid run off to waterways and sewers.Containment/Clean-up Measures

Avoid generating dust.SMALL DRY SPILLS: With clean shovel place material into clean, dry container and cover loosely; move containers from spill area.LARGE SPILLS: Cover powder spill with plastic sheet or tarp to minimize spreading.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Handling Avoid dust inhalation and contact with skin and eyes.Storage Store in a cool, dry and well ­ventilated place away from sources of heat and

incompatible materials. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.Special Packaging Materials No data availableIncompatible Materials or Ignition Sources

This product may react with strong acids or oxidizing agents.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protective Equipment

Pictograms

Respiratory In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.Eye/Face Safety glasses with side shields should be worn at a minimum.Hands Wear appropriate gloves.Skin/Body Wear long sleeves and/or protective coveralls.

General Industrial Hygiene Considerations

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash thoroughly with soap and water after handling and before eating, drinking, or using tobacco.

Engineering Measures/Controls

Good general ventilation and/or local exhaust ventilation should be used. Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions in order to ensure that concentrations of airborne contaminants are below applicable threshold limit values.

Exposure Limits/Guidelines Result ACGIH OSHA

Cubic Boron Nitride TWAs

10 mg/m3 TWA (inhalable particles, recommended); 3 mg/m3 TWA (respirable particles, recommended)

as Particulates not otherwise classified (PNOC)

15 mg/m3 TWA (total dust); 5 mg/m3 TWA (respirable fraction)

as Particulates not otherwise classified (PNOC)

Key to abbreviations

TWAEV = Time-Weighted Average Exposure Value

MSHA = Mine Safety and Health Administration

TWA = Time-Weighted Averages are based on 8h/day, 40h/week exposures NIOSH =National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health

VLA-ED =Valor Límite Ambiental Exposición Diaria is the limit for the daily average concentration

OSHA = Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical Form: Solid Appearance/Description: Powder with no odor.

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Color: Amber, gray, or black. Odor: Odorless

Taste: No data available Particulate Type: Dust

Particulate Size: No data available Aerosol Type: No data available

Odor Threshold: No data available Boiling Point: No data available

Melting Point: 3000 C(5432 F) Decomposition Temperature: No data available

Heat of Decomposition: No data available pH: No data available

Specific Gravity/Relative Density:

= 3.5 Water=1 Density: = 218.5045 lb(s)/ft³

Bulk Density: No data available Water Solubility: No data available

Solvent Solubility: No data available Viscosity: No data available

Vapor Pressure: No data available Vapor Density: No data available

Evaporation Rate: No data available VOC (Wt.): No data available

VOC (Vol.): No data available Volatiles (Wt.): No data available

Volatiles (Vol.): No data available Flash Point: No data available

Flash Point Test Type: No data available UEL: No data available

LEL: No data available Heat of Combustion (ΔHc): No data available

Autoignition: No data availableSelf­Accelerating Decomposition Temperature (SADT):

No data available

Burning Time: No data available Flame Duration: No data available

Flame Height: No data available Flame Extension: No data available

Ignition Distance: No data available Half­Life: No data available

Octanol/Water Partition coefficient: No data available

Coefficient of water/oil distribution: No data available

Bioaccumulation Factor: No data available Bioconcentration Factor: No data available

Biochemical Oxygen Demand BOD/BOD5: No data available Chemical Oxygen Demand: No data available

Persistence: No data available Degradation: No data available

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Stability Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization will not occur.Conditions to Avoid Extreme heat, sparks, and open flame. Incompatible materials, oxidizers and

oxidizing conditions.Incompatible Materials Strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.Hazardous Decomposition Products

Decomposition of this product may yield oxides of boron and nitrogen. Decomposition of boron nitride occurs at 2204 °C (4000 °F).

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

Exposure to this material may cause mechanical irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory system.Component Name Concentration CAS Data

Cubic boron nitride > 99% 10043-11-5 Acute Toxicity: ihl-rat TCLo:100 mg/m3/4H/28W-I

Key to abbreviations

TC = Toxic Concentration

Section 12 - Ecological Information

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Ecological Fate No data available.Persistence/Degradability No data available.Bioaccumulation Potential No data available.Mobility in Soil No data available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Product Dispose of content and/or container in accordance with local, regional, national, and/or international regulations.

Section 14 - Transportation Information

DOT - United States - Department of Transportation Shipping Name: Not Regulated

TDG - Canada - Transport of Dangerous Goods Shipping Name: Not Regulated

IMO/IMDG –International Maritime Transport Shipping Name: Not Regulated

ADN - Europe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road/Inland Waterway Shipping Name: Not Regulated

IATA - International Air Transport Association Shipping Name: Not Regulated

ADR - Europe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road/Inland Waterway Shipping Name: Not Regulated

RID - Europe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Railways Shipping Name: Not Regulated

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

SARA Hazard Classifications None

InventoryComponent CAS Canada DSL Canada NDSL EU EINECS EU ELNICS TSCA

Cubic boron nitride 10043-11-5 Yes No Yes No Yes

Section 16 - Other Information

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Last Revision Date 10/05/2011Preparation Date 10/05/2011

Disclaimer/Statement of Liability

Reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of this information, but the supplier gives no warranty of merchantability or of fitness for a particular purpose. Any product purchased is sold on the assumption the purchaser will make his own tests to determine the quality and suitability of the product. Supplier expressly disclaims any and all liability for incidental and/or consequential property damage arising out of the use of this product. No information provided shall be deemed to be a recommendation to use any product in conflict with any existing patent rights. Read the Material Safety Data Sheet before handling product.

Key to abbreviations

NDA = No Data Available

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