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Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate

CAS 12046-04-7
EC 234-521-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate
Product Code
46323
Chemical Name
ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
12046-04-7 Check regulations →
EC Number
234-521-1 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

www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified warning

Hazard Classifications

Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
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 Substances
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate EC: 234-521-1 12046-04-7 --- 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.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

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.

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 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

State Under Standard Conditions
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Colour
White
Cloud Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Form
Powder
Ph
Not applicable.
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Solubility In Water
Not determined
Metal Corrosion
---
Density
1.58 g/cm (13.185 lbs/gal)
Physical State Data
solid
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Properties Status
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Boiling Point
Not determined
Relative Density
Not determined.
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Bulk Density
---
Odor
Not determined
Physical State
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Melting Point
110 C (230 F)
Softening Point
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Flash Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Flammability
Not determined.
Freezing Point
---
Appearance
---
Solubility
---
Explosive Limits
---
Molecular Weight
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Voc Content
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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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

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 is the hazard signal word for Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate?

The signal word is warning.

What is Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Ammonium pentaborate tetrahydrate?

The melting point is 110 C (230 F) and the boiling point is Not determined.

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