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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
I PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Titanium Boride Titanium diboride
Trade Name: Synonym:
Metal boride TiB 2
Chem ical Nature: Form ula:
12045 -63-5
CAS #:
II HAZAR DOUS INGRED IENTS
Hazardous Component % OSHA/PEL ACGIH/TLV Sec. 302 Sec. 304 Sec. 313
Titanium Boride 0-100 N/E N/E No No No
10 m g/m 3 10 m g/m 3
*As titanium oxide, boron oxide
HM IS Rating (0-4): Hea lth: 2 Flamm ability: 0 Reactivity: 2
HM IS Protective Equipment: E: glasses, gloves, dust respirator
III PHYSICAL DATA
2900 oC
N/E or N /A
Boiling Point: Melting Point:
N/E N/A
Vapo r Density: Vapor Pressure:
May react to form B 2H 6 N/A
Solubility in H 2O: % V olatiles by Weight:
Grey pow der, odorless. 4.50 gm/cc
Appearance and Odor: Specific Gravity (H 2O=1):
IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZAR DS DATA
Flash Point: N/A Method U sed: Non-flam ma ble
Explosive Lim its: Lower: N/A Upper: N/A Autoignition Temperature: N/A
Extingu ishing Media: Use suitable extinguishing media for surrounding materials and type of fire.
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters must wear full face self-contained breathing apparatus with full protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes. Fumes from fire are hazardous. Isolate runoff to prevent environmental pollution.
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Wh en heated to decom position, titanium boride m ay em it toxic fu me s. On contact with
mo isture, water or a cids it may emit spo ntaneo us flam mable hyd rides.
V HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Effects of Over Expo sure:
To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological properties of titanium boride have not been
thoroughly investigated and recorded.
Boron comp ounds are very toxic and therefore considered an industrial poison. Boron is one of a group of elements, such as
Pb, Mn, As, which affects the central nervous system. Boron poisoning causes depression of the circulation, persistent vomiting and
diarrhea, followed by profound shock and coma. The temperature becomes subnormal and a scarlatina-form rash may cover the
entire body.
Titanium is generally considered to be physiologically inert. There are no reported cases in the literature where titanium as
such has caused human intoxication. The dusts of titanium or most titanium compounds such as titanium oxide may be placed in the
nuisance category.
Acute E ffects:
Inhalation: May cause irritation to the mucous membrane and boron poisoning.
Ingestion: May cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract and boron poisoning.
Skin : May cause mild irritation.
Eye: May cause mild irritation.
Chro nic Effects:
Inhalation: No chronic health effects recorded.
Ingestion: May affect the central nervous system.
Skin : May cause dermatitis.
Eye: No chronic health effects recorded.
Routes of Entry: Inhalation, ingestion.
Target Organs: May affect the central nervous system.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing resp iratory disord ers.
Carcino genicity: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
EMERG ENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES:
INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult and seek medical attention.
INGESTION: If conscious, give 1-2 glasses of milk or water and induce vomiting, seek medical attention. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person.
SK IN: Remove contaminated clothing from affected area, brush material off skin, wash affected area with mild soap and water, seek
me dical attention if sym ptom s persist.
EYE: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, lifting upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms
persist.
VI REACTIVITY DATA
Stability: Stable
Co nditio ns to Av oid: None
Incompatibility (Material to Avoid): Water, m oisture and acids.
Haz ardous D ecomposition Produc ts: Boron oxides at high tem peratures.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not Occur
VII SPILL OR LEAK PROC EDURES
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled: We ar appropriate respira tory and protective equipm ent specified in
section VIII. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Vacuum up spill using a high efficiency particulate absolute (HEPA ) air filter
and place in a closed container fo r proper d isposal. Tak e care not to raise dust.
Waste Disposal Method: Dispose o f in accord ance w ith all State, Federal and Lo cal regulation s.
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VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type): NIOSH approved dust respirator.
Ventilation: Han dle in a con trolled, enclo sed environm ent, in an inert gas su ch as argo n. Use loca l exhaust to ma intain
concentration at low exposure levels. General exhaust is not recommended.
Protective Gloves: Rubb er glove s.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses o r goggles.
Other Protective Equipment Practices: Protective gear suitable to prevent contamination.
IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storage: Store in a cool, dry area in a tightly sealed container. Wash thoroughly after
handling. Titanium boride may react with moisture and water. Handle and store in a controlled environmental and inert gas such as
argon.
Other Precautions: Implement engineering and work practice controls to reduce and maintain concentration of exposure at low
levels. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating
and sm oking. Do not blow du st off clothing or skin with com pressed air.
Other: Boron is considered an industrial poison. Boron is one of a group of elements, such as Pb, Mn, As, which affects the central
nervous system. Boron poisoning causes depression of the circulation, persistent vomiting and diarrhea, followed by profound shock
and coma. The temperature becomes subnormal and a scarlatina-form rash may cover the entire body.
Some of the chemicals listed herein are research or experimental substances which may be toxic, as defined by various governmental
regulation s. In accord ance w ith Env ironm ental Protection Ag ency regulation s and the Tox ic Substan ce Co ntrol Ac t (TSCA), these
materials should only be handled by, or under the direct supervision of, a 鈥渢echnically qualified individual鈥?, as defined in 40 CFR
710.2 (aa).
The abo ve inform ation is believ ed to be co rrect, but do es no t purp ort to b e all inclu sive an d sha ll be used only as a gu ide.
ESPI shall not be held liab le for any d am age resulting from h and ling o r from contact with the abov e pro duc t.
Issued by: S. Dierks
Date: August 2001
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