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Decaborane

CAS 17702-41-9
EC 241-711-8

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Decaborane
Product Code
87892

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
17702-41-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
241-711-8 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

Flam. Sol. Cat. 1 H228
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 2 H310
Acute Tox. Cat. 2 H330

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid.
H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H310 + H330 Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/...
P320 Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).
P361 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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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
Decaborane EC: 241-711-8 17702-41-9 --- 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.

Eye contact

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

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

Medical Treatment

No further relevant information available.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Boron oxide

Firefighter Protection

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

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Fire prevention

Protect against electrostatic charges.

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

Safety glasses

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

Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Auto Ignition Temperature
149 °C (300 °F)
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Bulk Density
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Form
Powder
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Physical State
Powder
Cloud Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Physical State Data
solid
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Colour
White to pale yellow
Solubility In Fat
---
Colour Intensity
---
Voc Content
---
Boiling Point
213 °C (415 °F)
Ph
Not applicable.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Metal Corrosion
---
Flammability
Highly flammable.
Softening Point
---
Flash Point
---
Solubility
---
Freezing Point
---
Vapor Pressure
25 hPa (19 mm Hg)
Explosive Limits
---
Odor
Pungent
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Solidification Point
---
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Properties Status
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Density
0.94 g/cm³ (7.844 lbs/gal)
Appearance
White to pale yellow
Solubility In Water
Not determined
Crystallisation Point
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Melting Point
99-103 °C (210-217 °F)
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Boron oxide

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
UN1868
Shipping Name
Decaborane
Transport Class
4.1
Packing Group
II
ADR

Warning: Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives

IMDG

Warning: Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives

IATA

Warning: Flammable solids, self-reactive substances and solid desensitised explosives

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 Decaborane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Decaborane?

Decaborane is a powder appearing as white to pale yellow with white to pale yellow color. It has pungent odor.

What is Decaborane used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Decaborane?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H228: Flammable solid.
  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H310 + H330: Fatal in contact with skin or if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Decaborane?

The melting point is 99-103 °C (210-217 °F) and the boiling point is 213 °C (415 °F).