SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET BB 155
Threshold Limited Value RTECS No. ED4550000 Toxicity data: orl-wmn LDLo: 200 mg/kg, orl-inf
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd. 3
LDLo: 934 mg/kg. 10 mg/m for Boron oxide. (ACGIH, 1992-93).
BB 155
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION June 17, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure INGESTION OR ABSORPTION: May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
abdominal cramps. Death has occurred from less than 5 grams in infants
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE and from 5 to 20 grams in adults. CAUTION: Several cases of fatal
poisoning have occurred following its absorption from granulating wounds
Product BORIC ACID
CHEMTREC and abraded skin areas. May cause CNS effects, liver/kidney disorders.
Health 2
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
Boracic Acid
Synonyms INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If symptoms of illness develop, get
Fire 0
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures medical attention. INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give one or two
Formula H 3BO3 Reactivity 0 glasses of water, induce vomiting and call a physician. Never give anything
NFPA
HAZARD RATING by mouth to an unconscious person. EYES: Flush thoroughly with water
HMIS *
Unit Size 100 grams to 2.5 Kg.
for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids occasionally. Get
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
0 1 2 3 4 immediate medical attention. SKIN: Flush thoroughly with water, then
C.A.S. No. 10043-35-3
wash with mild soap and water.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable Excessive temperature and heat. Loses
Boric Acid 100% See Section V.
water when heated above 100掳C.
Stable X
Incompatibility
Acetic anhydride, elemental potassium and heat sources.
(Materials to Avoid)
WARNING! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED.
Hazardous
None specifically known; dust containing Boron compounds.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) 185掳C (365掳F) decomposes 1.435-1.512 at 20掳C
May Occur Will Not Occur Not applicable.
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) -1 1/2 water at 300掳C (572掳F) Non-volatile (NA).
by Volume (%) X
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) Negligible as solid. Not applicable.
=1)
(
Steps to be taken in case
Vapor Density (Air=1) Unknown.
material is released or spilled
Sweep up and place in a suitable container for proper disposal.
Solubility in Water 5.6 grams dissolves in 100 mL. of water at room temperature.
Appearance & Odor White crystalline solid; no odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
% by Volume
(Method Used) Dissolve in water and flush to sewer with copious amounts of water.
Non-flammable solid (NA). NA -------- --------
Extinguisher
SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
None - product inherent fire retardant.
Media
None should be needed in normal laboratory handling. If dusty conditions prevail, work in a
Respiration Protection
(Specify Type) ventilation hood or wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved dust mask or respirator.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Local Exhaust Special
Recommended. No.
PROCEDURES Ventilation Mechanical (General) Other
Recommended. No.
Use any media suitable for extinguishing supporting fire. In fire
Protective Gloves None required. Recommend Eye Protection Chemical safety glasses.
conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing gloves for repeated exposures.
apparatus. Other Protective
Safety glasses, lab coat, vented hood, proper gloves, and eye wash station.
Equipment
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND in Handling & Storing Store in a dry place. Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
Fire or excessive heat may produce hazardous decomposition
Avoid contact with eyes and abraided skin. Avoid
products of Boron.
breathing dust. Use with adequate ventilation.
Remove and wash contaminated clothing.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 4 6/17/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
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Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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