ChemLock: Chemical Security for Metal Powders
Metal and metal alloy powders can be used in a wide variety of applications, including paints and coatings, inks, fireworks, explosives, parts manufacturing, 3D printing, and more. When used properly, these chemicals greatly benefit our lives. However, some of these powders can be weaponized by bad actors. For example, a metal powder was used as an explosive precursor chemical in the 1993 World Trade Center bombing and is still being promoted as an effective explosive chemical by terrorists today. If you work at a site with metal powders, you can play a critical role in understanding the risks and developing a culture of chemical security awareness. Download this fact sheet to learn more about how the ChemLock program can help you enhance chemical security at your facility.