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What is calcium carbide used for?

By Monica
August 2, 2025

Calcium Carbide is a grayish-black lump or crystalline (sand- like) powder with a garlic-like odor. It is used to generate Acetylene gas, as a reducing agent, and in steel manufacturing and metal cutting. Substance List because it is cited by DOT, NFPA and EPA.

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