Boron (B) Powder

US Research Nanomaterials, Inc. www.us-nano.com

SAFTY DATA SHEET

Revised Date 3/19/2017

1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

1.1 Product identifiers

Product name: Boron (B) Powder
Product Number : US1051
Boron (B) CAS#: 7440-42-8

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Identified uses : Research

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company: US Research Nanomaterials, Inc.
3302 Twig Leaf Lane
Houston, TX 77084
USA
Telephone: +1 832-460-3661
Fax: +1 281-492-8628

1.4 Emergency telephone number

Emergency Phone # : (832) 359-7887

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200)

2.2 GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

Pictogram
Signal word Danger

Hazard statement(s)
H228 Flammable solid
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statement(s)
P233: Keep container tightly closed.
P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
P240: Ground/Bond container and receiving equipment.
P241: Use explosion-proof-electrical/ventilating/lighting/…/equipment
P242: Use only non-sparking tools.
P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264: Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing.
P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse
skin with water/shower.
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
P370+P378: In case of fire: Use ... for extinction.

2.3 Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS

None

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

3.1 Substances
Boron (B) CAS#: 7440-42-8

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

4.1 Description of first aid measures

General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Move out of dangerous
area.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labeling (see section 2.2) and/or in
section 11

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available

5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media
Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction.

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Flammable. Risk of ignition. Dust can form an explosive mixture in air. Keep product and empty container
away from heat and sources of ignition.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Wear self contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

5.4 Further information

no data available

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate
personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Avoid release to the environment. See Section 12 for additional ecological information.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.

6.4 Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust
ventilation at places where dust is formed. Normal measures for preventive fire protection. For
precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources
of ignition. Flammables area.

7.3 Specific end use(s)

Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

8.1 Control parameters

This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region
specific regulatory bodies.

8.2 Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof
electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the
workstation location.

Personal protective equipment

Eye/face protection
Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and
approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protection
For any handling steps where the substance is in particulate form or in a suspension with pure water
where the substance is not solubilized, the gloves must be comprised of material that successfully passes
ASTM F-1671. For any handling steps where the substance is part of a carrier liquid, other than the
aqueous suspension noted in the previous paragraph, gloves must be comprised of material that
successfully passes ASTM F-739 (continuous liquid contact method). Gloves must be changed before
they show degradation and before the designated breakthrough time for the carrier liquid (as determined
by the ASTM F-739 testing or by the manufacturer). Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior
to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact
with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good
laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands.
Body Protection
Impervious clothing, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration
and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respiratory protection
The EPA mandates the use of full face respirators with minimum N100 grade cartridges if there is any risk
of exposure to the dust. For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle
respirator. For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator
cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government
standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Control of environmental exposure
Do not let product enter drains.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

a) Appearance: solid
b) Odor: Odorless
c) Odor Threshold:
d) pH: no data available
e) Melting point/freezing point: 2300 °C
f) Boiling point and boiling range: 2550 °C
g) Flash point: no data available
h) Evaporation rate: no data available
i) OSHA Flammability Class: no data available
j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: Flammable
k) Vapor pressure: no data available
l) Vapor density (air = 1): no data available
m) Relative density (water = 1): 2.37
n) Water solubility: Insoluble in water
o) Partition coefficient - noctanol/water: no data available
p) Auto-ignition temperature: no data available
q) Decomposition temperature: no data available
r) Viscosity: no data available
s) Explosive properties: no data available

9.2 Other safety information

no data available

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

10.1 Reactivity
None known, based on information available.
10.2 Chemical stability
Moisture/oxygen sensitive.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Minimize contact with material. Avoid inhalation
of material or combustion by-products. Keep out of water supplies and sewers. Do not store at elevated
temperatures.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers, nitrates

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
In the event of fire: see section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity
Acute oral toxicity LD50 rat: Not listed
Acute inhalation toxicity: Not listed
Acute dermal toxicity LD50 rabbit: Not listed
Skin corrosion/irritation
No information available
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
No information available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
No information available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
Not listed
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
Product may be an aspiration hazard
Additional Information
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

12.1 Ecotoxicity
Freshwater Fish: No information available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

No information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No information available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available

12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted

12.6 Other adverse effects

Do not allow product to enter surface waters, wastewater or soil.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed
professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material.
Contaminated packaging

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

US DOT Information
Shipping Name: Flammable solid, inorganic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN/NA #: UN3178
Packing Group: III

IMDG Information
Shipping Name: Flammable solid, inorganic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN/NA #: UN3178
Packing Group: III

IATA Information
Shipping Name: Flammable solid, inorganic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class: 4.1
UN/NA #: UN3178
Packing Group: III

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

SARA 302 Components
SARA 302: No chemicals in this material are subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III,
Section 302.
SARA 313 Components
SARA 313: This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that
exceed the threshold (De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III, Section 313.
SARA 311/312 Hazards
Acute Health Hazard

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Full text of H-Statements referred to under sections 2 and 3.

H228 Highly flammable solid.
HMIS Rating
Health hazard: 1
Flammability: 1
Physical Hazard 0
NFPA Rating
Health hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity Hazard: 0
Further information
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used
only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is
applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product.
Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and
should make independent judgment of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the
health and safety of employees. This information is furnished without warranty, and any use of the
product not in conformance with this Safety Data Sheet, or in combination with any other product or
process, is the responsibility of the user.