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CAS Number: 12228-87-4
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93-0203
Ammonium › Ammonium tetraborate trihydrate, 99%
CAS Number: 12228-87-4
MDL Number: MFCD20921701
Molecular Formula: B4H8N2O7
Molecular Weight: 245.36
Chemical Formula: (NH4)2B4O7·3H2O
Color and Form: colorless xtl.
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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: Ammonium tetraborate trihydrate, 99%
Product Number: 93-0203
CAS Registry Number: 12228-87-4
Formula: (NH4)2B4O7.3H2O
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: organic or inorganic borate
Synonym: Ammonium tetraborate; tetraboric acid, ammonium salt
SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 12228-87-4 100 no data no data
SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eyes
Eye Contact: Causes slight to mild irritation of the eyes. Symptoms include redness, and pain.
Skin Contact: Causes irritation and dryness of the skin and skin rash.
Inhalation: Irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: High doses may cause boron poisoning: convulsions, cyanosis, coma and death.
Acute Health Effects: Irritating to eyes and respiratory tract. Redness and pain in eyes, sore throat, twitching of facial muscles may occur. High doses may cause convulsions, cyanosis, coma and death.
Chronic Health Effects: Repeated ingestion may cause dryness of mucous membranes, anorexia, vomiting, mild diarrhea, skin rash, and low blood cell count. Kidney damage may occur.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure: Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure: Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion: Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: not applicable
Autoignition Temperature: none
Explosion Limits: none
Extinguishing Medium: none required
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: None
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures: Small spills can be mixed with powdered sodium carbonate or ground limestone and swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator: In the absence of adequate ventilation a respirator should be worn. The use of a respiratory requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: colorless xtl.
Molecular Weight: 245.36
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: not applicable
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: none
Solubility in Water: Very soluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Strong base may release ammonia gas
Incompatibility: Oxidizing agents, active metals and strong bases
Decomposition Products: Toxic nitrogen oxides and ammonia gasses
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No specific information available on this product.
Carcinogenic Effects: no data
Mutagenic Effects: no data
Tetratogenic Effects: no data
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: No information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed
Second Ingredient: none
Third Ingredient: none
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer: The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. 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.
Preparation Date: 10/29/2001
Revision Date: 12/19/2011

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