Safety Guideline

SODIUM TETRABORATE DECAHYDRATE, A.C.S. REAGENT

Synonym:

Synonyms * Antipyonin * Borascu * Borates, tetra, sodium salt, decahydrate (ACGIH) * Borax (8CI) * Borax decahydrate * Boricin * Disodium tetraborate decahydrate * Gertley borate * Jaikin * Neobor * Sodium biborate decahydrate * Sodium pyroborate decahydrate * Sodium tetraborate decahydrate * Solubor * Three Elephant * Tronabor

CAS Number : 1303-96-4

HAZARD (GHS)

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

May be harmful if swallowed / Cause skin irritation / Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child / Cause damage to organ (kidney, nervous system, respiratory) / May cause damage to organs (testis)

ENGINEERING CONTROLS
     Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
     Wash thoroughly after handling.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
     Respiratory Protection: Wear dust mask.
     Hand Protection: Protective gloves.
     Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.

HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

FIRST-AID MEASURES

PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
     Exercise appropriate precautions to minimize direct contact with skin or eyes and prevent inhalation of dust.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
     Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTION(S)
     Avoid contaminating sewers and waterways with this material. Avoid contaminating water supply.

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
     Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam.
SPECIAL RISKS
     Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
     Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

AFTER INHALATION
     If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, call a physician.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
     In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
     In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
AFTER INGESTION
     If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
GENERAL INFORMATION
     Observation only is required for adult ingestion in the range of 4-8 grams of Borax. For ingestion of larger amounts, maintain adequate kidney function and force fluids. Gastric lavage is recommended for symptomatic patientspatients only. Hemodialysis should be reserved for massive acute ingestion or patients with renal failure. Boron analysis of urine or blood are only useful for documenting exposure and should not be used to evaluate severity of poisoning or to guide treatment.

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Reference: Sigma-Aldrich Pte Ltd #08-01 Citilink Warehouse Singapore 118529 Singapore, Catalog #221333

The information contained herein is based on data considered accurate.
However,no warranty is expressed or implied regarding the accuracy of these data or the results to be obtained from the use thereof.
Thailand Research Fund/Chulalongkorn University assume no responsibility for personal injury or property damage to users or third parties caused by the material.
Such users assume all risks associated with the use of the material.