SAFETY DATA SHEET

1   PRODUCT AND SUPPLIER IDENTIFICATION

Product Name:    Boron - powder, lump, pieces, rod

Formula:             B

Supplier:             ESPI Metals

                            1050 Benson Way

                            Ashland, OR 97520

Telephone:          800-638-2581

Fax:                     541-488-8313

Email:                  This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Emergency:        Infotrac 800-535-5053 (US) or 352-323-3500 (24 hour)

Recommended Uses:   Scientific Research

2   HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 

GHS Classification (29 CFR 1910.1200):   Not classified as hazardous

GHS Label Elements:

Signal Word: N/A

Hazard Statements: N/A

Precautionary Statements:   N/A

3   COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Ingredient:       Boron

CAS#:                7440-42-8

%:                     95 - 100

EC#:                  231-151-2

4   FIRST AID MEASURES

General Measures: Remove patient from area of exposure.

INHALATION: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and quiet, give oxygen if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention.

INGESTION: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing, brush material off skin, wash affected area with soap and water. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.

EYES: Flush eyes with lukewarm water, including under upper and lower eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms develop or persist.

Most Important Symptoms/Effects, Acute and Delayed: May cause irritation. See section 11 for more information.

Indication of Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment: No other relevant information available.

5   FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media: Use Class D or other metal extinguishing agent.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Do not use water or halogenated extinguishing agents.

Specific Hazards Arising from the Material: Fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source, may be moderately flammable or explosive. May emit toxic metal oxide fumes under fire conditions.

Special Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters: Full face, self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing when necessary.

6   ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions, Protective Equipment, and Emergency Procedures: Wear appropriate respiratory and protective equipment specified in section 8. Isolate spill area and provide ventilation. Avoid breathing dust or fume. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Eliminate all sources of ignition.

Methods and Materials for Containment and Cleaning Up: Avoid creating dust. Sweep or scoop up. Place in properly labeled closed containers.

Environmental Precautions: Do not allow to enter drains or to be released to the environment.

7   HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid creating dust. Avoid breathing dust or fumes. Provide adequate ventilation if dusts are created. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. See section 8 for information on personal protection equipment.

Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in tightly-sealed containers. Store in a cool, dry area. Protect from moisture. Do not store together with acids, strong oxidizers and halogens. See section 10 for more information on incompatible materials.

8   EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Limits:     Boron

OSHA/PEL:              No exposure limit established

ACGIH/TLV:             No exposure limit established

Engineering Controls: Whenever possible the use of local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls is the preferred method of controlling exposure to airborne dust and fume to meet established occupational exposure limits. Use good housekeeping and sanitation practices. Do not use tobacco or food in work area. Wash thoroughly before eating or smoking. Do not blow dust off clothing or skin with compressed air.

Respiratory Protection: If permissible levels are exceeded, use NIOSH approved dust respirator.

Eye Protection: Safety glasses

Skin Protection: Wear impermeable gloves, protective work clothing as necessary.

9   PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance:

Form:                    Various forms, amorphous or crystalline

Color:                    Brown to black

Odor:                     Odorless

Odor Threshold:    Not determined

pH:                                               N/A

Melting Point:                              2300 ^oC

Boiling Point:                               2550 ^oC

Flash Point:                                 N/A

Evaporation Rate:                       N/A

Flammability:                              N/A

Upper Flammable Limit:              N/A

Lower Flammable Limit:              N/A

Vapor Pressure:                           0.12 mm Hg @ 2140 ^oC

Vapor Density:                             N/A

Relative Density (Specific Gravity):     2.34-2.37 g/cc

Solubility in H₂O:                          Insoluble

Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water):   Not determined

Autoignition Temperature:          No data

Decomposition Temperature:      No data

Viscosity:                                      N/A

10   STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactivity: No data

Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Halogenated carbons, including halogenated fire extinguishing agents may react violently with finely divided boron.

Conditions to Avoid: Avoid creating or accumulating fines or dusts.

Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, peroxides, halogens, carbonates, nitric acid. Reactions are more likely to occur when the metal is in a finely divided state.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Boron oxide fume.

11   TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eyes.

Symptoms of Exposure: Inhalation of boron dust or powder may cause irritation to the respiratory system.

Acute and Chronic Effects:

Boron Compounds: Only a few human studies have been conducted to assess health effects associated with exposure to boron compounds. The available data show that exposure is associated with short-term irritant effects on the upper respiratory tract, nasopharynx, and eye. These effects, however, appear to be short-term and reversible. The sole long-term (7-year) follow-up study failed to identify any long-term health effects. No studies have been identified that assess reproductive outcomes. Based on the lack of human data and the limited animal data, boron is not classifiable as to its human carcinogenicity.

Acute Toxicity: No data

Carcinogenicity: NTP: Not identified as carcinogenic   IARC: Not identified as carcinogenic

To the best of our knowledge the chemical, physical and toxicological characteristics of the substance are not fully known.

12   ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity: No data

Persistence and Degradability: No data

Bioaccumulative Potential: No data

Mobility in Soil: No data

Other Adverse Effects: Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits. No further relevant information available.

13   DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Method:

Product: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

Packaging: Dispose of in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations.

14   TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shipping Regulations: Not regulated

UN Number:                           N/A

UN Proper Shipping Name:    N/A

Transport Hazard Class:        N/A

Packing Group:                       N/A

Marine Pollutant:                    No

15   REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA Listed: All components are listed.

Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP): N/A

Canada WHMIS Classification (CPR, SOR/88-66): N/A 

HMIS Ratings: Health: 1     Flammability: 1     Physical: 0

NFPA Ratings: Health: 1     Flammability: 1     Instability: 0

Chemical Safety Assessment: A chemical safety assessment has not been carried out.

16   OTHER INFORMATION

The information contained in this document is based on the state of our knowledge at the time of publication and is believed to be correct, but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. ESPI Metals makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. ESPI Metals shall not be held liable for any damages resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. Users should satisfy themselves that they have all current data relevant to their particular use.

Prepared by:             ESPI Metals