Registration Dossier
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EC number: 291-367-8 | CAS number: 90387-90-9
Explosiveness
Administrative data
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Description of key information
Explosivity can be defined as the tendency of a substance to undergo violent and rapid decomposition, under appropriate conditions, to produce heat and or gas. Whether or not a substance with explosive properties can cause an explosion depends on a number of factors. These include: the degree of confinement, the strength of the container it is in, the rate of heating, the nature of the initiation source, etc. (Guidance on information requirements and chemical safety assessment – Chapter R.7a: Endpoint specific guidance; p. 127)
Graphite, acid-treated is an inorganic solid, consisting of natural graphite and variable amounts of either intercalated nitric acid or acetic acid. Neither graphite, nor nitric acid or acetic acid are classified as explosive substances according to the Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP) or Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH).
When applying the screening procedure for the detection of chemical groups which are associated with explosive properties it is apparent that the intercalated nitrate and nitrite groups might contribute to the explosivity of the substance.
Nevertheless, long-term experience in manufacturing, handling and use of graphite, acid-treated shows that the substance is incapable to detonate. Taking into account the field of application (flame retardant additive for plastics and foams) of graphite, acid-treated it can be concluded that explosivity is not a concern for this substance.
Key value for chemical safety assessment
- Explosiveness:
- non explosive
Additional information
Justification for classification or non-classification
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