Silicon Carbide is supplied with defined handling requirements for laboratory use. It has a molecular formula of CSi and a molecular weight of 40.096. This compound sublimates at high temperatures, with both the boiling and melting points being above 2700 degrees Celsius. The material exhibits a danger signal word due to its carcinogenic potential through inhalation and flammability. It belongs to the groups of Silicon compounds, Carbides, and Fibrous inorganic substances (except asbestos).

• CAS Number: 409-21-2
• Boiling Point: Sublimes
• Melting Point: 2700.0 °C (Sublimes)
• Molecular Weight: 40.096
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Exact Mass: 39.976926534
• Vapour Density: 3.23
• Molecular Formula: CSi
• Hazard Statements:
• H350i: May cause cancer by inhalation [Danger Carcinogenicity]
• H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]