Safety data for PTFE
Physical data:
Appearance: white powder, or white solid with a slippery feel Melting point: 327 C Boiling point: Vapour density: Vapour pressure: Density (g cm-3): varies, depending upon form Flash point: Explosion limits: Autoignition temperature: Water solubility: insoluble
Stability Stable - unreactive with most materials. Incompatible with molten alkali metals, fluorine and other halogens, strong oxidizing agents.
Toxicology This material in the form of blocks, tape or coating is unlikely to present a hazard. The powder is regarded as a potential carcinogen if inhaled, but the powdered material is unlikely to be encountered in normal use. Toxicity data (The meaning of any toxicological abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
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Transport information (The meaning of any UN hazard codes which appear in this section is given here.) Non-hazardous for air, sea and road freight. Personal protection Suitable ventilation if using the powder. No protection required otherwise. Safety phrases (The meaning of any safety phrases which appear in this section is given here. )