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Oxides of boron and boric acid
Boron oxides; boric acids
Chemicals-inorganic
Y - Indicates information is in the hazardous materials information resource system (hmirs).
PMICA - Item does not contain precious metal.
CRITL- The item does not have a nuclear hardened feature or any other critical feature such as tolerance, fit restriction or application.
043540 - Chem: boric acid
635 - Chemicals, other than drugs or sundries
9 - Other or no special handling required (sh)
A - Shipment is not a consolidation and does not exceed 84 inches in any dimension.
C - Chemical corps items and all other chemicals not covered in other classificatons. note: when an item has a chemical proper shipp
W - Rating variable
Z - No special type of cargo code applicable
Questions & Answers: |
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| What are the historical prices recorded for this stock number? | |
| Historical data shows pricing from $38.56 to $64.26.. | |
| Does NSN 6810-00-264-6535 have a shelf life? | |
| No. There is no shelf life applicable for this NSN. | |
| What NATO entities are users of this NSN? | |
| Department Of The Army, Department Of The Air Force, Department Of The Navy, Food and Drug Administration, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Tennessee Valley Authority, Bulgaria, Brazil, Singapore, Canada, Germany, Republic Of Korea, Greece, and Turkey | |
| What is the NIIN of NSN 6810-00-264-6535? | |
| 002646535 or 00-264-6535 | |
| Does NSN 6810-00-264-6535 require demilitarization? | |
| Yes - ITAR Controlled | |
| What is the most recent solicitation for NSN 6810-00-264-6535? | |
| No solicitations for this NSN. | |
| When was this national stock number assigned to the federal catalog? | |
| Jan 01, 1963 | |
Effects of overexposure: nausea,vomiting,diarrhea.Gastrointestinal
bleeding(blood in feces),lethargy,headache,tremors,shock
First aid: eyes,skin: flush w.Water.Ingest: induce vomiting with warm
water,saline catharsis with 15 to 30 gm of sodium sulfate i
water.Get prompt medical attention.(reference: see borates (section
iii)gleason goss elin,hodge & smith,clin.Toxicol.Commercial prods.
Hcc: t6
spec gravity: 1.435
solubility in water: moderate
appearance and odor: white powder,no odor
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
avoid strong oxidizers,bases.
stability condition to avoid: none
hazardous decomposition products: none
Waste disposal methods: dispose of boric acid in accordance with
regional regulations for disposal.
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particular situation.
Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: unk
acgih tlv: unavailable
Effects of overexposure: skin: is absorbed through cut/abraded skin.No
unusual eye hazard.
First aid: inhale: remove to fresh air, give cpr/o*2 if need;eyes: flush w
lg amts h*2o for 15 min;skin: flush w lg amts h*2o;ingest: rinse
mouth.
Hcc: n1
spec gravity: 1.435
solubility in water: moderate
appearance and odor: white waxy plates,no odorless.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
acetic anhydride,potassium
stability condition to avoid: avoid heat.
hazardous decomposition products: decomposes when heated at 185c/365f.
Waste disposal methods: contact disposal contractors.Dispose in
accordance with local,state and federal regulations.
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Ingred name: boric acid,cas# 10043-35-3,tlv is acceptable exposure
level(ael)
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
acgih tlv: 5 mg/cum
Effects of overexposure: used as eye wash in dilute solutions
First aid: wash with water where large doses in eyes result.
Hcc: n1
spec gravity: 1.51
solubility in water: moderate
appearance and odor: white,odorless solid.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
none specified by mfr
hazardous decomposition products: none specified by mfr
Waste disposal methods: use standard disposal procedures.Must comply
with local,state & federal regs.
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Ingred name: ortho boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
acgih tlv: 10 mg/cum-b203
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50 (oral rat) is 2660 mg/m3 (rtecs).
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: no
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: target organs: eyes, skin, respiratory
& gi tracts. Acute- eyes: irritation. Skin: readily absorbed through
damaged/burned skin. Inhalation: may cause respiratory tract
irritation, vomiting, coma, death. Ingestion: may cause gi tract
irritation, vomiting, coma, death. Chronic- weight loss, rash,
liver & kidney effects.
explanation of carcinogenicity: none
effects of overexposure: eye, skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal
tracts irritation, coughing, headache, dizziness, coma, nausea,
vomiting, skin rash, drowsiness, death
medical cond aggravated by exposure: individuals with pre-existing
diseases of the eye, skin, respiratory tract, liver, kidneys may
have increased susceptibility to the toxicity of excessive
exposures.
First aid: call a doctor if symptoms persist. Eye: immediately flush with
water for 15 minutes, holding eyelids open. Skin: wash skin with
soap & water. Inhaled: remove to fresh air. Provide cpr/oxygen if
needed. O ral: if conscious, induce vomiting immediately by drinking
two glasses of water/milk and sticking finger down throat. Call
physician or poison control center immediately.
Hcc: t6
nrc/state lic num: not relevant
boiling pt: b.P. Text: decomposes
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: 365f,185c
spec gravity: 1.43
evaporation rate & reference: not relevant
solubility in water: soluble
appearance and odor: white powder or granules - no apparent odor
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
potassium, acetic anhydride, alkalies, carbonates and hydroxides
stability condition to avoid: moisture
hazardous decomposition products: boron oxides
Waste disposal methods: dispose of in accordance with all applicable
federal, state & local regulations.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: 10 mg borates/m3
acgih tlv: 5 mg borates/m3
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50=2650 mg/kg (rat)
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute: irritates the mucous membranes &
may be absorbed to cause systemic effects of skin excoriation,fever
& anuria; chronic: prolonged absorption may cause anorexia,weight
loss,vomiting,mild diarrhea, skin rash,alopecia,convulsion &
anemia.
effects of overexposure: inh: fever,anuria; skin: irritation,dermatitis;
eye: irritation,may cause conjunctivitis & edemia;
ing: nausea,hematemesis,bloody diarrhea,epigastric pain &
hemorrhagic gastritis,followed by weakness,anor
exia,headache,drowsiness & central nervous system depression,weak
pulse,delirium & coma.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: inh: remove to fresh air,if breathing has stopped,pefrom
artificial respiration,keep warm & rest; skin: remove contaminated
clothing,wash affected areas with soap & water.Get medical attn;
eye: fluhs wit h large amounts of water,lifting upper & lower
eyelids,get medical attn; ing: maintain respiration,remove by ipecac
emesis followed by activated charcoal,gastric lavage,treat
anuria,get medical help.
Hcc: n1
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: decomposes
decomp temp: decomp text: 365f/185c
spec gravity: 1.435
ph: zzzzzz
solubility in water: 6.35%
appearance and odor: odorless,colorless,triclinic crystals or white
granular powder.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
acetic anhydride, potassium, or irom.
stability condition to avoid: none
hazardous decomposition products: none
Waste disposal methods: add excess h*2o to the neutralized soln to
sewer.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
Ld50 lc50 mixture: oral rat ld50 2660mg/kg.
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: inhal: irrit of upper resp
tract.Skin/eye: irrit.Ingest: nau,vomit,gastrointestinal
irrit,circulatory failure,convulsions,coma,ingest of lg quantities
may be fatal.Chronic effect: kidney damage,liver dama ge.
explanation of carcinogenicity: per
msds: carcinogenicity: ntp/iarc/zlist/osha: no.
effects of overexposure: upper respiratory tract irritation. Eye/skin
irritation. Nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal irritation,
circulatory failure, convulsions, coma, fatal. Kidney/liver damage.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: damaged skin. Target
organs: liver,kidneys,eyes,skin,gi tract,central nervous system.
First aid: ingest: call physician.If conscious give lg amts of
water.Induce vomit.Inhal: remove to fresh air.Not breath give art
resp.Difficult breath give oxy.Skin: immed flush w/plenty of water
for @least 15mins while removing contamin cloth/shoes.Eye: immed
flush w/plenty of water for @least 15mins.
Hcc: n1
boiling pt: b.P. Text: na
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: 340f,171c
decomp temp: decomp text: np
vapor pres: 15
vapor density: na
spec gravity: 1.44
ph: na
viscosity: np
evaporation rate & reference: na
solubility in water: moderate (1-10%)
appearance and odor: solid, white crystals or powder, odorless.
percent volatiles by volume: 0
corrosion rate: np
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
potassium, strong bases.
stability condition to avoid: moisture, heat.
hazardous decomposition products: oxides.
Waste disposal methods: cercla haz/sara 313 toxic: no.Dispose iaw all
applicable fed/state/loc enviro regs.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 99-100%
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: 10 mg borates/m3
acgih tlv: 5 mg borates/m3
Ld50 lc50 mixture: oral ld50 (rat) is >3500 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: no ingestion: no
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute: inhalation of dust at levels
>10 mg/m3 may result in mild irritation of nose and throat.
ingestion of very large amounts may cuase gi tract irritation.
non-irritating on contact with intact ski n and eyes. No target
organs identified. Chronic: no effects noted for prolonged or
repeated exposure.
explanation of carcinogenicity: no ingredient of a concentration of 0.1%
or greater is listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen.
effects of overexposure: inhalation: sore throat, coughing, sneezing.
ingested: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Damaged skin: redness,
peeling.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
note to physicians: observation only needed for adult ingestion of
less than 6 grams. If more than 6 grams, maintain adequate kidney
function & force fluids.
First aid: inhalation-no specific treatment necessary. Eyes-flush with
lots of water. If irritation persist more than 30 mintes, seek
medical attention. Skin-no treatment needed. Ingested-if large
amounts swallo wed and person is conscious, give 2 glasses of water
and seek medical attention.
Hcc: n1
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: 340f,171c
spec gravity: 1.51
solubility in water: appreciable
appearance and odor: white, crystalline solid; odorless
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
base metals, strong reducing agents (eg. Metal hydrides, alkali
metals).
stability condition to avoid: dla-hmis: avoid heating for extended
periods of time.
hazardous decomposition products: none.
Waste disposal methods: boric acid is a non-hazardous waste when spilled
or disposed of; as defined in the rcra regulations (40cfr261).
dispose of in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
other rec limits: none recommended
Routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute: mild irritation of
eyes,skin,respiratory or g,i.Tract;redness or burns of eyes are
possible.May cause coughing ,nausea ,diarrhea or cns effects.
explanation of carcinogenicity: data per mgf msds.
effects of overexposure: see health hazards data.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: chronic dermatitis from
concentrated solutions. Boron poisoning from prolonged exposure
through damaged skin.
First aid: when require,give immediately. Artificial respiration in
acute poisoning, mouth-to-mouth artificial respiration if breathing
has ceased. Nothing by mouth. Obtain medical help!Ingestion: patient
conscio us,induce vomiting until warm salt or soapy water. Continue
until vomitusis clear. Eyrs: flush a minimum of 15 min.Clothing,
only use water for flushing.
Hcc: c3
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: 340f,171c
spec gravity: 1.5128
ph: 5.3
solubility in water: moderate
appearance and odor: white crystalline solid
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
acetic anhydride,elemental potassium.
stability condition to avoid: will dehydrate at 100 c to 150 c
hazardous decomposition products: not specified
Waste disposal methods: consult local authorities;disposal must be in
accordance with local,state and federal regulations
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
other rec limits: none specified
ingred name: arsenic (sara iii)
cas: 7440-38-2
rtecs #: cg0525000
fraction by wt: trace
other rec limits: none specified
osha pel: 0.5 mg/m3 (as)
acgih tlv: 0.01,a1 mg/m3; 9394
epa rpt qty: 1 lb
dot rpt qty: 1 lb
Routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: no
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: see signs and symptoms
effects of overexposure: nausea,vomiting,diarrhea.Gastrointestinal
bleeding(blood in feces),lethargy,headache,tremors,shock
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: eyes,skin: flush w.Water.Ingest: induce vomiting with warm
water,saline catharsis with 15 to 30 gm of sodium sulfate i
water.Get prompt medical attention.(reference: see borates (section
iii)gleason goss elin,hodge & smith,clin.Toxicol.Commercial prods.
Hcc: n1
spec gravity: 1.435
solubility in water: moderate
appearance and odor: white powder, no odor.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
strong oxidizers or bases.
stability condition to avoid: none
hazardous decomposition products: none
Waste disposal methods: dispose of boric acid in accordance with
regional regulations for disposal.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: unk
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50 (oral rat) is 2660 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: harmful if inhaled or swallowed and
may be fatal. Toxic when absorbed through wounds or mucous
membranes. Irritating to the eyes and the skin. Chronic exposure
may cause kidney and liver damage and bo rism.
explanation of carcinogenicity: tests on laboratory animals indicate
material may produce adverse mutagenic and reproductive effects.
effects of overexposure: symptoms are nausea, vimiting, diarrhea,
possibly circulatory failure and coma.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: eyes-flush with water for at least 15 minutes occasionally
lifting upper and lower eyelids. Skin-remove contaminated clothing,
then flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Wash clothes
thoroughly be fore reuse. Inhalation-move to fresh aor.
Hcc: c1
boiling pt: b.P. Text: decomposes
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: 365f,185c
spec gravity: 1.435
solubility in water: 5%
appearance and odor: white powder; odorless.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
potassium; acetic anhydride; alkalines, carbonates and hydroxides.
stability condition to avoid: none specified by manufacturer.
hazardous decomposition products: no information avaliable.
Waste disposal methods: contact local hazardous or chemical waste
disposal agency for regulations.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
other rec limits: none recommended
Ld50 lc50 mixture: subcutaneous ld50 (rat) is 1400 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute: inhalation-irritation of the
mucous membranes & may be absorbed to cause systemic poisoning.
skin-rritation. Eye-nonirritating. Chronic: poisoning,
hallucinations of vision, kidney damage, skin rash, alopecia,
convulsion & anemia.
explanation of carcinogenicity: not carcinogenic.
effects of overexposure: inhalation-fever, anuria. Ingestion-may cause
nausea, epigastric pain, hemorrhagic gastritis, bloody vomit &
diarrhea, weakness, lethargy, headache, restlessness, tremors &
twitching of facial muscles and extremities, intermittent
convulsion, & eventual central nervous system depression.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: inhalation-remove from exposure area to fresh air
immediately. Perform cpr if needed. Get medical aid. Skin-remove
soiled clothing/shoes immediately. Wash with soap & mild detergent
& water. Get medic al aid. Eye-wash eyes with large amounts of
water/normal saline. Get medical aid. Ingestion-maintain
respiration. Remove by ipecac emesis followed by activated
charcoal, gastric lavage, treat anuria.
Hcc: n1
melt/freeze pt: m.P/f.P text: decomposes
decomp temp: decomp text: 365f,185c
vapor pres: 2.6 mmhg
spec gravity: 1.435
ph: 5.1
solubility in water: 6.35%
appearance and odor: odorless, colorless, transparent crystals or white
granules or powder.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
acetic anhydride, potassium, & iron.
stability condition to avoid: stable under normal temperatures and
pressure.
hazardous decomposition products: the substance gradually loses water,
forming metaboric acid, then pyroboric acid & finally boric
anhydride.
Waste disposal methods: observe all federal, state and local regulations
when storing or disposing of this substance.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
other rec limits: none normally requi.
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50 (oral rat) is 2660 mg/m3 (rtecs).
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: no ingestion: no
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute- eyes: may cause severe & painful
irritation & burns. Skin: may cause irritation & burns.
inhalation: dust may cause severe irritation & burns to mucous
membranes & lungs. May cause cns depression. ingestion: may cause
gi tract irritation & burns. Chronic- unknown. Target
organs: respiratory & gi tracts, cns, eye,skin
explanation of carcinogenicity: none
effects of overexposure: eye, skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal
tracts irritation and burns, bluish skin, coughing, chocking,
headache, dizziness, coma, nausea, vomiting
medical cond aggravated by exposure: may cause increased problems in
people who have respiratory ailments.
First aid: get medical attention if symptoms persist.
eye/skin: immediately flush with water for 15 minutes. Hold eyelids
open. Inhaled: remove to fresh air & provide oxygen/cpr if needed.
oral: do not induce vomit ing. If conscious, rinse mouth thoroughly
& drink 4-8 oz of water. Call a physician immediately. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Hcc: t6
nrc/state lic num: not relevant
spec gravity: 1.51
evaporation rate & reference: not relevant
solubility in water: moderate
appearance and odor: white odorless solid, unctuous to touch
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
none
stability condition to avoid: none
hazardous decomposition products: none
Waste disposal methods: dispose of in accordance with all applicable
federal, state & local regulations. Waste may be classified as
corrosive (d002) under rcra. Recycle waste where applicable.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: 15 mg/m3 (tdust)
acgih tlv: 10 mg/m3 (tdust)
Ld50 lc50 mixture: oral ld50 (rat) is 2660 mg/kg
routes of entry: inhalation: yes skin: yes ingestion: yes
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: acute: harmful if swallowed, inhaled,
or absorbed through skin. Causes eye and skin irritation. Material
is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
chronic: overexposure may cause reproductive disorders. Target
organs: cns, kidneys, male and female reproductive system.
explanation of carcinogenicity: no ingredient of a concentration of 0.1%
or greater is listed as a carcinogen or suspected carcinogen.
effects of overexposure: skin-irritation. Eyes-irritation.
inhaled/ingested/skin absorbed-nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,
abdominal cramps, erythematous lesions on skin & mucous membranes;
circulatory collapse, tachycardia, cyano sis, delirium,
convulsions, coma.
medical cond aggravated by exposure: none specified by manufacturer.
First aid: in all cases get medical attention. Eyes-flush with water for
15 minutes. Skin-remove contaminated clothes. Wash with mild soap &
water. Inhaled-remove to fresh air. Administer oxygen or artificial
re spiration as needed. Ingested-if conscious, wash mouth out with
water.
Hcc: n1
vapor pres: 2.6
spec gravity: 1.435
appearance and odor: white crystalline powder.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
potassium, acid anhydrides.
stability condition to avoid: keep away from incompatible materials.
hazardous decomposition products: boron oxides.
Waste disposal methods: dispose of in accordance with local, state and
federal environmental regulations.
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Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
fraction by wt: 100%
other rec limits: none recommended
osha pel: 10 mg borates/m3
acgih tlv: 5 mg borates/m3
Ld50 lc50 mixture: ld50 (oral, rat) 2,660 mg/kg
reports of carcinogenicity: ntp: no iarc: no osha: no
health hazards acute and chronic: target organs: kidneys, cns,
cardiovascular system. Potential health effects: eyes: may cause
eye irritation. Skin: may cause skin irritation. May be absorbed
through damaged or abraded skin in harmfu l amounts. Ingestion:
causes gi irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause
cns depression characterized by excitement, headache, dizziness,
drowsiness, confusion, cyanosis, irregular hea rt beat, collapse,
unconsciousness, coma and death. Inhalation: may cause respiratory
tract irritation. Chronic - may cause dermatitis, borism
charcterized by skin eruptions. Infants and young childre n are
more suscetible to boric poisoning
explanation of carcinogenicity: not listed by acgih, iarc, niosh, ntp or
osha
effects of overexposure: eye irritation. Skin irritation. Causes
gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May
cause headache, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, cyanosis,
irregular heart beat, collapse, unco nsciousness, coma and death.
may cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause dry skin, bluish
skin, skin eruptions and gastric disturbances.
First aid: eyes: flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting lower and upper eyelids. Get medical aid.
skin: flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15
minutes whil e remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical
aid if irritation develops or persists. Ingestion: induce vomiting.
if victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or
water. Get medic al aid immediately. Inhalation: get medical aid
immediatel. Remove from exposureto fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen.
Hcc: t6
melt/freeze pt: =170.6c, 339.F
spec gravity: 1.44
ph: 5.2
evaporation rate & reference: negligible
solubility in water: 4.9g/100g water at 20c
appearance and odor: solid white, odorless
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
incompatible with acetic anhydride and potassium. Reacts with basic
materials to form borate salts.
stability condition to avoid: high temperatures.
hazardous decomposition products: oxides of boron.
conditions to avoid polymerization: has not been reported.
Waste disposal methods: dispose of in a manner consistant with local,
state, and federal regulations. Not listed as a material banned
from land disposal according to rcra.
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particular situation.
Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
= wt: 99.
other rec limits: none recommended
Ld50 lc50 mixture: oral ld50(rat)= 2660 mg/kg
health hazards acute and chronic: target organs: kidneys, central
nervous system, cardiovascular system. Eye-may cause eye
irritation. Skin-may cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through
damaged or abraded skin in harmful amounts. ingestion-causes
gastrointestinal irritation. May cause central nervous system
depression. May cause tissue anoxia. Inhalation-may cause
respiratory tract irritation. Chronic: prolonged or repeated s kin
contact may cause dermatitis. May cause borism characterized by dry
skin, skin eruptions, & gastric disturbances. Infants & young
children are more susceptible to boric poisoning.
explanation of carcinogenicity: not listed by acgih, iarc, niosh, ntp,
or osha.
effects of overexposure: ingestion: causes nausea, vomiting & diarrhea.
may cause central nervous system depression, characterized by
excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness & nausea.
advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma &
possible death due to respiratory failure. May cause tissue anoxia,
characterized by weakness, headache, dizziness, convulsion,
cyanosis, weak & irregular heart beat , collapse, unconsciousness,
convulsions, coma and death.
First aid: eye-flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting upper & lower lids. Get medical aid.
skin-flush skin with plenty of soap & water for at least 15 minutes
while removi ng contaminated clothing & shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Ingestion-induce vomiting. If
victim is conscious & alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get
medical aid imme diately. Inhalation-get medical aid immediately.
remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing,
give artficial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
notes to physician : treat symptomatically & supportively.
Hcc: n1
boiling pt: b.P. Text: not available
melt/freeze pt: =170.6c, 339.F
decomp temp: decomp text: not available
spec gravity: 1.44(water=1)
ph: 5.2
appearance and odor: white solid. Odorless.
Stability indicator/materials to avoid: yes
incompatible with acetic anhydride and potassium. Reacts with basic
materials to form borate salts.
stability condition to avoid: high temperatures.
hazardous decomposition products: oxides of boron.
conditions to avoid polymerization: has not reported.
Waste disposal methods: dispose of in a manner consistent with federal,
state, and local regulations.
Ingred name: boric acid
cas: 10043-35-3
rtecs #: ed4550000
= wt: 99.