BORIC ACID | ICSC: 0991 (April 2014) |
Boracic acid Orthoboric acid |
CAS #: 10043-35-3 |
EC Number: 233-139-2 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | No acute symptoms expected. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
Ingestion | Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Abdominal pain. Skin rash. Headache. Drowsiness. Convulsions. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
May damage fertility or the unborn child Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong bases. | |
PACKAGING | |
BORIC ACID | ICSC: 0991 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
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Formula: BH3O3 / B(OH)3 / H3BO3 |
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: (inhalable fraction): 2 mg/m3, as TWA; 6 mg/m3 as STEL; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 10 mg/m3; peak limitation category: I(1); pregnancy risk group: B |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification R: 60-61; S: 53-45; Symbol: T |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations BORIC ACID (JECFA Evaluation)