SODIUM TETRABORATE | ICSC: 1229 (April 2014) |
Disodium tetraborate, anhydrous Boric acid, disodium salt Sodium biborate Sodium pyroborate Boron sodium oxide Fused borax |
CAS #: 1330-43-4 |
EC Number: 215-540-4 |
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. Shortness of breath. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. | 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. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Nausea. Vomiting. Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Weakness. Drowsiness. | 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. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Causes serious eye irritationMay cause respiratory irritation May damage fertility or the unborn child Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Dry. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
SODIUM TETRABORATE | ICSC: 1229 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: Na2B4O7 / Na2*2B2O3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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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: 0.75 mg/m3; peak limitation category: I(1); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
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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