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MSDS 
:
 Boron trifluoride - acetic acid complex, c a. 33% bf3
CAS 
:
 373-61-5
SYNONYMS 
:
 Trifluoroborane compound with acetic acid (1:2)
**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 373-61-5 |Boron trifluoride - acetic acid comple| 100 % | 206-768-5 |
| |x, ca. 33% BF3 | | |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 22 35

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Causes severe burns.Corrosive.Moisture
sensitive.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns.
Skin:
Causes skin burns.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation:
Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. May cause abdominal
pain, nausea, vomiting, and inflammation of the gums and mouth.
Chronic:
No information found.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Can burn in a fire, releasing toxic vapors.
Extinguishing Media:
Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Scoop up
with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable container for
disposal.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with
adequate ventilation. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof
equipment. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in
eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place.
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local explosion-proof ventilation to keep
airborne levels to acceptable levels.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 373-61-5:
United States OSHA: 2.5 mg/m3 TWA (as F) (listed under Fluorides

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Liquid
Color: Clear
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 9 hPa @ 20 C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 140 - 148 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -47 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 84 deg C ( 183.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: reacts
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.3500g/cm3
Molecular Formula: BF3.C4H8O4
Molecular Weight: 187.92

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, ignition sources, exposure
to moist air or water, temperatures above 75C (167F).
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents and metals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride gas, oxides of
boron.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 373-61-5 unlisted.
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Boron trifluoride - acetic acid complex, ca. 33% BF3 -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

Ecotoxicity:
Harmful to fish and plankton on account of Ph-shift.

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: BORON TRIFLUORIDE ACETIC ACID COMPLEX
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1742
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: BORON TRIFLUORIDE ACETIC ACID COMPLEX, LIQUID or S
OLID
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1742
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: BORON TRIFLUORIDE ACETIC ACID COMPLEX
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: 1742
Packing group: II

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 35 Causes severe burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 25 Avoid contact with eyes.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 373-61-5: No information available.
Canada
CAS# 373-61-5 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
CAS# 373-61-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 373-61-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997 Revision #2 Date: 3/18/2003

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