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Boron trifluoride

CAS 7637-07-2
EC 237-383-0

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Boron trifluoride
Product Code
22874

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7637-07-2 Check regulations →
EC Number
237-383-0 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 2 H330
Skin Corr. Cat. 1A H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

Hazard Statements

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/...
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P309 IF exposed or if you feel unwell:
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/...
P403 Store in a well-ventilated place.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Boron trifluoride EC: 237-383-0 7637-07-2 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Symptoms: Causes severe skin burns.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Product is not flammable. Use fire-fighting measures that suit the surrounding fire.

Unsuitable media

Water

Specific hazards

Reacts violently with water

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

Inform authorities in case of gas release.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Handle under dry protective gas. Keep container tightly sealed. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Fire prevention

The product is not flammable

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection

Respiratory

Use self-contained respiratory protective device in emergency situations.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Solubility
Reacts violently
Cloud Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Bulk Density
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Colour Intensity
---
Vapor Pressure
Not determined
Relative Density
Not determined.
Boiling Point
-100.4 °C (-149 °F)
Properties Status
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Density
0.003076 g/cm³ (0.026 lbs/gal)
Voc Content
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Freezing Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Molecular Weight
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Reacts violently
Appearance
Compressed gas
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Colour
Colorless
Physical State
Compressed gas
Odor
Pungent
Melting Point
-127.1 °C (-197 °F)
Form
Compressed gas
Metal Corrosion
---
Flash Point
---
Ph
Not determined.
Solubility In Fat
---
Explosive Limits
---
Softening Point
---
Flammability
Not determined.
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Physical State Data
gas
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

Reacts violently with water.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts violently with water

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents, Bases, Water/moisture

Decomposition

Boron oxide, Hydrogen fluoride

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1008
Shipping Name
Boron trifluoride
Transport Class
2.3
Packing Group
Not applicable
ADR

Not applicable.

IMDG

Not applicable.

IATA

Not applicable.

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Boron trifluoride?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Boron trifluoride?

Boron trifluoride is a compressed gas appearing as compressed gas with colorless color. It has pungent odor.

What is the solubility of Boron trifluoride?

Reacts violently

What is Boron trifluoride used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Boron trifluoride?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Boron trifluoride?

The melting point is -127.1 °C (-197 °F) and the boiling point is -100.4 °C (-149 °F).