| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1318 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Boric Acid Reagent A.C.S. |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | H“BO“ |
| RTECS: | ED4550000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 10043-35-3 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Boric Acid | CAS# 10043-35-3 | 100 % | W/W | OSHA PEL 15 mg/mƒ (total dust) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | None Known. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Sweep up and place in suitable (fiberboard) containers for reclamation or later disposal.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | 170.9 Deg C | Specific Gravity | 1.51
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| Boiling Point: | Information not available |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 0 |
| Vapor Pressure: | negligible @20°c |
Evaporation Rate: | 00 |
| Vapor Density: |
Information not available |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
4.7% @ 20 Deg C |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
info not available |
| Appearance and Odor: |
White powder |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
info not available |
| Flash Point: |
None |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
info not available |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing agents, metals, bases, amines. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Not known to occur |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| eyes& skin:flush affected area with large amounts of water.inhal: remove to fresh air.ingest:give two large glasses of water. In all cases seek medical attention. Conditions aggravated/target organs . Persons with pre-existing eye,skin or respiratory condition may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Not Regulated |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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