Synonym(s): Sodium tetrahydridoborate
Formula: NaBH4
Formula weight: 37.83
Purity: 98%
CAS Number: 16940-66-2
UN Number: UN1426
Hazard Class: 4.3
Packing Group: I
Harmonized Tariff Code: 2850.00
Hazard Statements: H260-H301-H311-H330-H314-H318
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin. Fatal if inhaled. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Causes serious eye damage.
Precautionary Statements: P231+P232-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P320-P330-P361-P405-P501a
Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. IF INHALED: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Specific treatment is urgent (see label). Rinse mouth. Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Risk Phrases: 15-23/24/25-34
Contact with water liberates highly flammable gases. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns.
Safety Phrases: 4-7/8-9-20-26-27-33-36/37/39-43-45-60
Keep away from living quarters. Keep container tightly closed and dry. Keep container in a well ventilated place. When using do not eat or drink. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). This material and/or its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste.