TRIMETHYL BORATE | ICSC: 0593 (June 2012) |
Methyl borate Trimethoxyborine Boric acid, trimethyl ester |
CAS #: 121-43-7 |
UN #: 2416 |
EC Number: 204-468-9 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | Use foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. Burning sensation. | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. See Notes. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Highly flammable liquid and vapourHarmful in contact with skin May be harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. Dry. | |
PACKAGING | |
Airtight. |
TRIMETHYL BORATE | ICSC: 0593 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
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Formula: C3H9BO3 / B(OCH3)3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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See ICSCs 0057 and 0991. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 10-21; S: (2)-23-25 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations