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Boric acid

CAS 10043-35-3
EC 233-139-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Boric acid
Product Code
B7901
Chemical Name
Boric acid
Synonyms
THREE ELEPHANT

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
10043-35-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
233-139-2 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119486683-25-0006

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

national supplier

Brusselsesteenweg 288 B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Repr. Cat. 1B H360FD

GHS Pictograms

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H360FD May damage fertility. May damage 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 to an approved waste disposal plant.

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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
boric acid EC: 233-139-2 10043-35-3 100% Yes

For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Borane/boron oxides Not combustible. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up carefully. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance. For precautions see section 2.2.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril® L. This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de). Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril® L. This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P3. The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

protective clothing

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Appearance
---
Cloud Point
---
Properties Status
---
Density
1,48 g/cm3 at 23 °C
Colour Intensity
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: -1,09 at 22 °C
Softening Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Relative Density
1,49 at 23 °C
Evaporation Rate
---
Explosive Limits
---
Bulk Density
---
Solubility
---
Vapor Density
---
Physical State
crystalline
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Ph
5,1 at 1,8 g/l at 25 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Solubility In Water
49,2 g/l at 20 °C - Regulation (EC) No. 440/2008, Annex, A.6- completely soluble
Boiling Point
No data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Flammability
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Melting Point
160 °C - dec.
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Colour
white
Voc Content
---
Vapor Pressure
< 0,1 hPa at 25 °C
Flash Point
Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Form
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Odor Threshold
---
Solidification Point
---
Odor
odorless
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Physical State Data
solid
Freezing Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .

Hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with: Acetic anhydride Violent reactions possible with: strong oxidising agents Bases

Avoid

Exposure to moisture.

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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

No data available

14

Transport Information

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

Shipping Name
Not dangerous goods
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Boric acid known by?

Boric acid is also known as: THREE ELEPHANT

What is the hazard signal word for Boric acid?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Boric acid?

Boric acid is a crystalline with white color. It has odorless odor.

What is Boric acid used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Boric acid?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H360FD: May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.

What is the melting point of Boric acid?

The melting point is 160 °C - dec. and the boiling point is No data available.

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