He a lt h 2 0 0 Fire 0 1 Re a c t iv it y 0 Pe rs o n a l E Pro t e c t io n Material Safety Data Sheet Boric acid MSDS Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification Product Name: Boric acid Contact Information: Sciencelab.com, Inc. Catalog Codes: SLB2533, SLB4513 14025 Smith Rd. CAS : 10043-35-3 Houston, Texas 77396 US Sales: 1-800-901-7247 RTECS: ED4550000 International Sales: 1-281-441-4400 TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Boric acid Order Online: ScienceLab.com CI : Not available. CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call: Synonym: 1-800-424-9300 Chemical Name: Boric Acid International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887 Chemical Formula: H3BO3 For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400 Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition: Name CAS % by Weight Boric acid 10043-35-3 100 Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Boric acid: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2660 mg/kg Rat . 3450 mg/kg Mouse . Section 3: Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects: Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). Potential Chronic Health Effects: CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/ toxin/male POSSIBLE . The substance may be toxic to kidneys, cardiovascular system, central nervous system (CNS). Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Section 4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact: p. 1Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention. Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention. Serious Skin Contact: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention. Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention. Serious Inhalation: Not available. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear. Serious Ingestion: Not available. Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product: Non-flammable. Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable. Flash Points: Not applicable. Flammable Limits: Not applicable. Products of Combustion: Not available. Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Not applicable. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available. Fire Fighting Media and Instructions: Not applicable. Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not available. Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: A mixture of potassium and boric acid may explode on impact. A mixture of boric acid and acetic anydride will explode when heated to 58-60 C Section 6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill: Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements. Large Spill: Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system. Section 7: Handling and Storage Precautions: p. 2