Name:
4% Boric Acid Solution with Indicator
Synonym:
None
CAS:
7732-18-5
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:4% Boric Acid Solution with Indicator
Synonym:None
Synonym:None
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 7732-18-5 | Water | 95.5 | 231-791-2 |
| Hazard Symbols: None Listed. Risk Phrases: None Listed. |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed in harmful amounts through injured skin.
Ingestion:
May cause circulatory system failure. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. Boric acid poisoning begins with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. There is a red skin rash followed by extensive exfoliation not only in areas of rash but also of mucous membranes. Other symptoms may include weakness, headache, restlessness & kidney injury.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be absorbed through the lungs.
Chronic:
Chronic poisoning by boron compounds, borism, may be little more than dry skin and mucous membranes, followed by appearance of a red tongue, patchy alopecia (hair loss), cracked lips, and conjunctivitis. Infants and young children are more susceptible to boric acid poisoning than adults. Prolonged absorption of boron compounds may cause anorexia, vomiting, mild diarrhea, skin rash, alopecia, convulsions, weakness, confusion, menstrual disorders, and anemia.
Not available.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed in harmful amounts through injured skin.
Ingestion:
May cause circulatory system failure. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure. Boric acid poisoning begins with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. There is a red skin rash followed by extensive exfoliation not only in areas of rash but also of mucous membranes. Other symptoms may include weakness, headache, restlessness & kidney injury.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be absorbed through the lungs.
Chronic:
Chronic poisoning by boron compounds, borism, may be little more than dry skin and mucous membranes, followed by appearance of a red tongue, patchy alopecia (hair loss), cracked lips, and conjunctivitis. Infants and young children are more susceptible to boric acid poisoning than adults. Prolonged absorption of boron compounds may cause anorexia, vomiting, mild diarrhea, skin rash, alopecia, convulsions, weakness, confusion, menstrual disorders, and anemia.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Skin:
In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7732-18-5: CAS# 10043-35-3: Russia: 10 mg/m3 TWA Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Good general ventilation should be sufficient to control airborne levels.
Exposure Limits CAS# 7732-18-5: CAS# 10043-35-3: Russia: 10 mg/m3 TWA Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear red
Odor: None
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 212 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point: 32 deg F
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.0
Molecular Formula: mixture
Molecular Weight: mixture
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Boric acid is incompatible with acetic anhydride and potassium and reacts with basic materials to form borate salts.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
None.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Boric acid is incompatible with acetic anhydride and potassium and reacts with basic materials to form borate salts.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
None.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 CAS# 10043-35-3: ED4550000 ED4560000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
CAS# 10043-35-3: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3450 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2660 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Boric acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000 CAS# 10043-35-3: ED4550000 ED4560000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg.
CAS# 10043-35-3: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3450 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2660 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 2500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Water - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Boric acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before returning for recycling.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
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IMO
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Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
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