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Sodium tetraborate

CAS 1330-43-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium tetraborate
Product Code
221732

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
1330-43-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119490790-32-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Repr. Cat. 1B

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.
P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Synonyms : Borax, fused

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Disodium tetraborate EC: 215-540-4 1330-43-4 --- Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

Symptoms: erythematous lesions on the skin

Eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and erythematous lesions on the mucous membranes. Other symptoms include: circulatory collapse, tachycardia, cyanosis, delirium, convulsions, and coma.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards

Borane/boron oxides, Sodium oxides

Firefighter Protection

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel.

Materials: suitable, closed containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.

Storage

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Immersion protection: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested:Dermatril? ( Z677272, Size M). Splash protection: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested:Dermatril? ( Z677272, Size M). data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 873000, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374. If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an Industrial Hygienist familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face particle respirator type N100 (US) or type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Odor
odourless
Physical State
solid
Explosive Limits
---
Melting Point
Melting point/range: 741 °C - lit.
Decomposition Temperature
no data available
Bulk Density
---
Boiling Point
no data available
Appearance
crystalline, white
Solubility In Fat
---
Softening Point
---
Ph
no data available
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Colour Intensity
---
Voc Content
---
Colour
white
Solubility In Water
no data available
Crystallisation Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
no data available
Lower Explosive Limit
no data available
Vapor Pressure
no data available
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Evaporation Rate
no data available
Flammability
no data available
Form
crystalline
Freezing Point
---
Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Properties Status
---
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
no data available
Vapor Density
no data available
Molecular Weight
---
Dynamic Viscosity
no data available
Cloud Point
---
Relative Density
2,367 g/cm3 at 25 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
no data available
Upper Explosive Limit
no data available
Flash Point
not applicable
Odor Threshold
no data available
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

no data available

Reactivity

no data available

Hazardous reactions

no data available

Avoid

no data available

Incompatible

Potassium, Acid anhydrides

Decomposition

Other decomposition products - no data available

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

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 is the hazard signal word for Sodium tetraborate?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Sodium tetraborate?

Sodium tetraborate is a solid appearing as crystalline, white with white color. It has odourless odor.

What is Sodium tetraborate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Sodium tetraborate?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

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

What is the melting point of Sodium tetraborate?

The melting point is Melting point/range: 741 °C - lit. and the boiling point is no data available.