Appearance and Odor: Yellow-bronze powder, no odor.
Special Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Fumes from fire are hazardous. Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.
Unusual Fire & Explosion: When heated to decomposition, titanium nitride may emit toxic fumes of NOx.
To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of titanium nitride have not been thoroughly investigated and recorded.
Titanium compounds are generally considered to be physiologically inert. There are no reported cases in the literature where titanium as such has caused human intoxication. The dusts of titanium or most titanium compounds such as titanium oxide may be placed in the nuisance category (Sax, Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials).
The details of the toxicity of nitrides as a group are unknown. However, many nitrides react with moisture to evolve ammonia. This gas is an irritant to mucous membranes.
Inhalation: May cause irritation to the respiratory system and mucous membranes of the nose and throat.
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin, eye.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing lung or skin conditions.
INGESTION: Give 1-2 glasses of milk or water to dilute. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
EYE: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Oxides of nitrogen, metal oxide fume.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose of in accordance with all Federal, State and Local Environmental Regulations.
Ventilation: Use appropriate local exhaust ventilation to maintain low levels of exposure.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment: Chemically resistant clothing is recommended to minimize skin contact.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Keep container tightly sealed. Avoid breathing dust. Avoid getting in eyes or on skin. Wash thoroughly after handling. Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid contact with moisture. Reseal containers immediately after use.