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Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous

CAS 1330-43-4
EC 215-540-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous
Product Code
10875

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1330-43-4 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

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

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.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
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, anhydrous EC: 215-540-4 1330-43-4 100% 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

Seek medical treatment.

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 product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Cleanup methods

Absorb with liquid-binding material

Materials: sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust

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. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace. Open and handle container with care.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store under dry inert gas. This product is hygroscopic. Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Protect from humidity and water.

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

Eyes

Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Colour
---
Form
Powder
Flash Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Physical State Data
solid
Solubility In Fat
---
Freezing Point
---
Physical State
Powder
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Molecular Weight
---
Cloud Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solubility In Water
87.9 g/l
Odor
Odorless
Bulk Density
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Flammability
Not determined.
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Voc Content
---
Ph
Not determined.
Appearance
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Metal Corrosion
---
Solubility
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Boiling Point
1575 °C (2867 °F) (dec)
Relative Density
Not determined.
Melting Point
741 °C (1366 °F)
Properties Status
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Density
2.367 g/cm³ (19.753 lbs/gal)
Vapor Pressure
0 hPa
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solidification Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Reducing agents, Water/moisture

Decomposition

Sodium oxide, 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
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, anhydrous?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous?

Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous is a powder . It has odorless odor.

What is Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child.

What is the melting point of Sodium tetraborate, anhydrous?

The melting point is 741 °C (1366 °F) and the boiling point is 1575 °C (2867 °F) (dec).