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Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ
Chemical Name
Boric acid
Synonyms
Orthoboric acid, Boracic acid

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Industrial manufacturing

Manufacturers & Suppliers

B

Borax Europe Limited

national supplier

2 Eastbourne Terrace, London, W2 6LG, United Kingdom

+44 (0)20 7781 2000

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+1 661 284 5200

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Repr. Cat. 2

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Boric Acid >99.9%

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Boric Acid EC: 233-139-2 10043-35-3 99.9% No

Notes

Boric acid was included in 30th ATP to the Dangerous Substances Directive 67/548/EEC as Repr. Cat. 2; R60-61 with a specific concentration limit of 5.5%. However the Dangerous Substances Directive has been replaced by the Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 and does not currently include this substance in Annex VI. Refer to Section 16 for the full text of R-phrases mentioned above.

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First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

remove to fresh air

Symptoms: nose or throat irritation

Skin contact

No treatment necessary.

Eye contact

Use eye wash fountain or fresh water to cleanse eye. If irritation persists for more than 30 minutes, seek medical attention.

Symptoms: irritation

Ingestion

Swallowing small quantities (one teaspoon) will cause no harm to healthy adults. If larger amounts are swallowed, give two glasses of water to drink and seek medical attention.

Immediate Medical Attention

If irritation persists for more than 30 minutes, seek medical attention (for eye contact). If larger amounts are swallowed, seek medical attention (for ingestion).

Medical Treatment

Observation only is required for adult ingestion of less than 6 grams of Optibor. For ingestion in excess of 6 grams, maintain adequate kidney function and force fluids. Gastric lavage is recommended for symptomatic patients only. Haemodialysis should be reserved for massive acute ingestion or patients with renal failure.

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

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Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Use local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations of dust below permissible exposure limits.

Hands

Gloves (rubber, nitrile, or butyl) may be warranted if environment is excessively dusty.

Respiratory

Where airborne concentrations are expected to exceed exposure limits, respirators should be used. (EN149).

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Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Appearance
White, odourless, crystalline solid
Explosive Limits
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Voc Content
---
Colour
White
Freezing Point
---
Odor
odourless
Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Form
crystalline solid
Vapor Density
---
Solubility
---
Properties Status
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Cloud Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Vapor Pressure
Negligible @ 20
Flash Point
---
Flammability
---
Softening Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Solidification Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Density
---
Physical State Data
solid
Decomposition Temperature
---
Ph
6.1 (0.1% solution), 5.1 (1.0% solution), 3.7 (4.7% solution)
Solubility In Water
4.7% @ 20C; 27.5% @ 100
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Relative Density
1.51
Molecular Weight
61.83
Odor Threshold
---
Physical State
crystalline solid
Partition Coefficient
Log Pow =- 0.7570 @ 25
Boiling Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Melting Point
171C (340F) (Heated in closed space)
Bulk Density
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

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Transport Information

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

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ known by?

Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ is also known as: Orthoboric acid, Boracic acid

What is the hazard signal word for Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ?

Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ is a crystalline solid appearing as white, odourless, crystalline solid with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ used for?

Industrial manufacturing

What is the melting point of Optibor SP, Optibor EP, Optibor HP, Optibor TG, Optibor TP, Optibor NF, Optibor SQ?

The melting point is 171C (340F) (Heated in closed space) .