NILE CHEMICALS
BORIC
ACID
Section
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: Boric acid
CAS#:
10043-35-3
Chemical
Name: Boric Acid
Chemical
Formula: H3BO3
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS # % by Weight
Boric
acid 10043-35-3 100
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: Boric
acid: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2660 mg/kg [Rat]. 3450 mg/kg [Mouse].
Section
3: Hazards Identification
Potential
Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC
EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified
Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/ toxin/male [POSSIBLE].
The substance may be toxic to kidneys, cardiovascular system, central nervous
system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target
organs damage.
Section
4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact:
Check
for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get
medical attention.
Skin
Contact: In case of
contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin
with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be
used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get
medical attention.
Serious
Skin Contact: Wash with a
disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream.
Seek medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious
Ingestion: Not available.
Section
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability
of the Product: Non-flammable.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not
applicable.
Flash
Points: Not applicable.
Flammable
Limits: Not applicable.
Products
of Combustion: Not
available.
Fire
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not
applicable.
Explosion
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks
of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not
available.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions: Not
applicable.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards:
A
mixture of potassium and boric acid may explode on impact. A mixture of boric
acid and acetic any dride will explode when heated to 58-60 C
Section
6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill:
Use
appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional
authority requirements.
Large
Spill:
Use
a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish
cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate
through the sanitary system.
Section
7: Handling and Storage Precautions:
Keep
locked up.. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective
clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory
equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container
or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles
such as alkalis.
Storage:
Keep container tightly
closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 23°C
(73.4°F).
Section
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls:
Use
process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to
keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations
generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne
contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal
Protection: Splash
goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal
Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash
goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested
protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE
handling this
product.
Exposure
Limits: Not available.
Section
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical
state and appearance: Solid.
(Powdered solid.)
Odor:
Odorless.
Taste:
Bitter. (Slight.)
Molecular
Weight: 61.83 g/mole
Color:
White.
pH
(1% soln/water): 5.2
[Acidic.]
Boiling
Point: 300°C (572°F)
Melting
Point: 169°C (336.2°F)
Critical
Temperature: Not
available.
Specific
Gravity: 1.435 (Water = 1)
Vapor
Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor
Density: Not available.
Volatility:
Not available.
Odor
Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil
Dist. Coeff.: Not
available.
Ionicity
(in Water): Not available.
Dispersion
Properties: See solubility
in water, methanol.
Solubility:
Soluble in hot water,
methanol. Partially soluble in cold water. Very slightly soluble in acetone.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability
Temperature: Not
available.
Conditions
of Instability: High
temperatures, dust generation, incompatible materials.
Incompatibility
with various substances: Reactive
with alkalis.
Corrosivity:
Not available.
Special
Remarks on Reactivity: Incompatible
with Potassium , Acetic Anhydride. Reacts with basic materials to form borate
salts.
Special
Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes
of Entry: Absorbed through
skin. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity
to Animals: Acute oral
toxicity (LD50): 2660 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic
Effects on Humans: MUTAGENIC
EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified
Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male [POSSIBLE]. May
cause damage to the following organs: kidneys, cardiovascular system, central
nervous system (CNS).
Other
Toxic Effects on Humans:
Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly
hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Special
Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May
cause adverse reproductive effects (fertility, fetoxicity) based on animal
studies. May affect genetic material. May cause teratogenic effects based on
animal studies.
Special
Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Acute
Potential Health Effects: Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed
throuogh damaged or abraded skin in harmful amounts. If absorbed through skin it
may affect behavior, sense organs, metabolism, the gastrointestinal tract,
and
the respiratory tract (respiratory depression) Eyes: Dust causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: Dust causes respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion: Causes
digestive (gastrointestinal) tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May also affect behavior, brain, the Central Nervous System
(depression, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, collapse, unconsciousness, coma),
Peripheral Nervous System, cardiovascular system, blood, liver, urinary system
(kidney, ureter, bladder) and endocrine
system
. Chronic Potential Health Effects: Boric acid can accumlate in the body (brain,
bone) with repeated exposure. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause
dermatitis. May cause borism characterized by dry skin, skin eruptions, and
gastric disturbances.
Section
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
Not available.
BOD5
and COD: Not available.
Products
of Biodegradation: Possibly
hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity
of the Products of Biodegradation: The
product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Special
Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT
Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material (United States).
Identification:
Not applicable.
Special
Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section
15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal
and State Regulations: TSCA
8(b) inventory: Boric acid
Other
Regulations: OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
Other
Classifications:
WHMIS
(Canada): CLASS D-2A:
Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL
(EEC): R36/38- Irritating
to eyes and skin. R40- Possible risks of irreversible effects. R62- Possible
risk of impaired fertility. S24/25- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health
Hazard: 2
Fire
Hazard: 0
Reactivity:
0
Personal
Protection: E
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health:
1
Flammability:
0
Reactivity:
0
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment: Gloves. Lab
coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash
goggles.
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