Boron, 1000 ug/mL (0.10% w/v)
MSDS Number: B3730 --- Effective Date: 08/02/00
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: Boron Atomic Absorption Standard; Boron AA Standard; Boron
Atomic Absorption StandARd (1000 ppm); Boron Standard; Boron Standard (1 mL =
0.01 mg B) (APHA) and Boron Standard (1 mL = 0.1 mg B)
CAS No.: Not applicable to mixtures.
Molecular Weight: Not applicable to mixtures.
Chemical Formula: H3BO3 in H2O
Product Codes:
J.T. Baker: 6923
Mallinckrodt: H036, H507
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Boric Acid 10043-35-3 < 1% No
Water 7732-18-5 > 99% No
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid
all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal
from skin, eyes and clothing.
J.T. Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your
convenience)
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Health Rating: 1 - Slight
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 0 - None
Contact Rating: 1 - Slight
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD;
PROPER GLOVES
Storage Color Code: Orange (General Storage)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
Not expected to be a health hazard.
Ingestion:
Large oral doses may cause irritation to the gastrointestinal tract.
Skin Contact:
No adverse effects expected.
Eye Contact:
May cause mild irritation, possible reddening.
Chronic Exposure:
No information found.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Not expected to require first aid measures.
Ingestion:
If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice.
Skin Contact:
Not expected to require first aid measures.
Eye Contact:
Wash thoroughly with running water. Get medical advice if irritation develops.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Not expected to be a fire hazard.
Explosion:
Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information:
Use protective clothing and breathing equipment appropriate for the
surrounding fire.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment as specified in Section 8. Contain and recover liquid when possible.
Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert material
(e. g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a chemical waste
container. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw dust.
7. Handling and Storage
Keep container tightly closed. Suitable for any general chemical storage area.
Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since they retain
product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all warnings and precautions listed
for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
None established.
Ventilation System:
In general, dilution ventilation is a satisfactory health hazard control for
this substance. However, if conditions of use create discomfort to the worker,
a local exhaust system should be considered.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
Not expected to require personal respirator usage.
Skin Protection:
Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench
facilities in work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor:
Odorless.
Solubility:
Completely soluble in water.
Specific Gravity:
ca. 1.00
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
N/A
Boiling Point:
ca. 100C (ca. 212F)
Melting Point:
ca. 0C (ca. 32F)
Vapor Density (Air=1):
Essentially the same as water.
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
Essentially the same as water.
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
Essentially the same as water.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
No hazardous decomposition products.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
No information found.
Conditions to Avoid:
No information found.
11. Toxicological Information
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Boric Acid (10043-35-3) No No None
Water (7732-18-5) No No None
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
No information found.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Dilute with water and flush to sewer if local ordinances allow, otherwise,
whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an
appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or
contamination of this product may change the waste management options. State
and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and
local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Not regulated.
15. Regulatory Information
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Boric Acid (10043-35-3) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Water (7732-18-5) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Boric Acid (10043-35-3) Yes Yes No Yes
Water (7732-18-5) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Boric Acid (10043-35-3) No No No No
Water (7732-18-5) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Boric Acid (10043-35-3) No No No
Water (7732-18-5) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: No Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Mixture / Liquid)
Australian Hazchem Code: No information found.
Poison Schedule: No information found.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled
Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information
required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 0 Flammability: 0 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
As part of good industrial and personal hygiene and safety procedure, avoid
all unnecessary exposure to the chemical substance and ensure prompt removal
from skin, eyes and clothing.
Label Precautions:
None.
Label First Aid:
Not applicable.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
No changes.
Disclaimer:
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