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Sodium tetraborate decahydrate

CAS 1303-96-4
EC 215-540-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium tetraborate decahydrate
Product Code
A16176

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1303-96-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
215-540-4 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

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Alfa Aesar / Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Repr. Cat. 1B H360

GHS Pictograms

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
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
Sodium tetraborate decahydrate EC: 215-540-4 1303-96-4 --- 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

Seek medical treatment.

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

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

Specific hazards

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

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

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Cleanup methods

Dispose of contaminated material as waste according to section 13.

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

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. Material of gloves: Nitrile rubber, NBR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type P100 (USA) or P3 (EN 143) cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Density
1.73 g/cm³ (14.437 lbs/gal)
Bulk Density
---
Solubility In Water
51.4 g/l
Properties Status
---
Ph
9.24
Boiling Point
Not determined
Relative Density
Not determined.
Solidification Point
---
Form
Crystalline powder
Cloud Point
---
Physical State
solid
Physical State Data
solid
Solubility In Fat
---
Softening Point
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Explosive Limits
---
Flash Point
---
Solubility
---
Appearance
---
Colour Intensity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Freezing Point
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Flammability
Not determined.
Colour
White
Melting Point
75 °C (167 °F)
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Voc Content
---
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Metal Corrosion
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
0 hPa
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Odor
Odorless
Molecular Weight
---
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, Reducing agents

Decomposition

Boron oxide, Sodium 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.

Disposal

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

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
Not applicable
Shipping Name
Not applicable
Transport Class
Not applicable
Packing Group
Not applicable
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Sodium tetraborate decahydrate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Sodium tetraborate decahydrate?

Sodium tetraborate decahydrate is a solid with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Sodium tetraborate decahydrate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Sodium tetraborate decahydrate?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.

What is the melting point of Sodium tetraborate decahydrate?

The melting point is 75 °C (167 °F) and the boiling point is Not determined.