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SAFETY DATA SHEET Creation Date 15-Jun-2009 Revision Date 10-Jun-2019 Revision Number 2 SECTION 1: IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING 1.1. Product identification Product Description: Tetrafluoroboric acid, ca 50% w/w aqueous solution Cat No. : L14037 Synonyms Tetrafluoroboric acid; Hydrogen tetrafluoroborate Molecular Formula H B F4 1.2. Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals. Uses advised against No Information available 1.3. Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet Company Alfa Aesar . Avocado Research Chemicals, Ltd. Shore Road Port of Heysham Industrial Park Heysham, Lancashire LA3 2XY United Kingdom Office Tel: +44 (0) 1524 850506 Office Fax: +44 (0) 1524 850608 E-mail address [email protected] www.alfa.com Product Safety Department 1.4. Emergency telephone number Call Carechem 24 at +44 (0) 1865 407333 (English only); +44 (0) 1235 239670 (Multi-language) SECTION 2: HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION 2.1. Classification of the substance or mixture CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Physical hazards Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met Health hazards Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 1 B (H314) Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 (H318) ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ALFAAL14037 Page 1 / 11 SAFETY DATA SHEET Tetrafluoroboric acid, ca 50% w/w aqueous solution Revision Date 10-Jun-2019 ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Environmental hazards Based on available data, the classification criteria are not met 2.2. Label elements Signal Word Danger Hazard Statements H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Precautionary Statements P280 - Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing P303 + P361 + P353 - IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower 2.3. Other hazards Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears) SECTION 3: COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.2. Mixtures Component CAS-No EC-No. Weight % CLP Classification - Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Water 7732-18-5 231-791-2 49-52 - Fluoroboric acid 16872-11-0 EEC No. 240-898-3 48-51 Skin Corr. 1B (H314) Eye Dam. 1 (H318) Boric acid (H3BO3) 10043-35-3 233-139-2 0-2.5 Repr. 1B (H360FD) Full text of Hazard Statements: see section 16 SECTION 4: FIRST AID MEASURES 4.1. Description of first aid measures General Advice Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Immediate medical attention is ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ALFAAL14037 Page 2 / 11 SAFETY DATA SHEET Tetrafluoroboric acid, ca 50% w/w aqueous solution Revision Date 10-Jun-2019 ______________________________________________________________________________________________ required. Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately. Inhalation If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Move to fresh air. Immediate medical attention is required. Self-Protection of the First Aider Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect themselves and prevent spread of contamination. 4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed Causes burns by all exposure routes. Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or emesis is contraindicated. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated: Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue and danger of perforation 4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed Notes to Physician This product contains hydrogen fluoride. Generous application of calcium gluconate gel to the affected skin may be indicated. SECTION 5: FIREFIGHTING MEASURES 5.1. Extinguishing media Suitable Extinguishing Media Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons No information available. 5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Hazardous Combustion Products Hydrogen fluoride. 5.3. Advice for firefighters As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. SECTION 6: ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES 6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ALFAAL14037 Page 3 / 11 SAFETY DATA SHEET Tetrafluoroboric acid, ca 50% w/w aqueous solution Revision Date 10-Jun-2019 ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. 6.2. Environmental precautions Should not be released into the environment. 6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. 6.4. Reference to other sections Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13. SECTION 7: HANDLING AND STORAGE 7.1. Precautions for safe handling Wear personal protective equipment. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Do not breathe vapors or spray mist. Do not ingest. Hygiene Measures Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. 7.2. Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Corrosives area. 7.3. Specific end use(s) Use in laboratories SECTION 8: EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION 8.1. Control parameters Exposure limits List source(s): Component The United Kingdom European Union Ireland Boric acid (H3BO3) TWA: 2 mg/m3 8 hr. STEL: 6 mg/m3 15 min Biological limit values This product, as supplied, does not contain any hazardous materials with biological limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies Monitoring methods BS EN 14042:2003 Title Identifier: Workplace atmospheres. Guide for the application and use of procedures for the assessment of exposure to chemical and biological agents. Derived No Effect Level (DNEL) See table for values ______________________________________________________________________________________________ ALFAAL14037 Page 4 / 11 SAFETY DATA SHEET Tetrafluoroboric acid, ca 50% w/w aqueous solution Revision Date 10-Jun-2019 ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Route of exposure Acute effects (local) Acute effects Chronic effects Chronic effects (systemic) (local) (systemic) Oral Dermal 46 mg/kg bw/day Inhalation 173 μg/m3 Predicted No Effect Concentration No information available. (PNEC) 8.2. Exposure controls Engineering Measures Use only under a chemical fume hood. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source Personal protective equipment Eye Protection Goggles (European standard - EN 166) Hand Protection Protective gloves Glove material Breakthrough time Glove thickness EU standard Glove comments Natural rubber See manufacturers - EN 374 (minimum requirement) Nitrile rubber recommendations Neoprene PVC Skin and body protection Long sleeved clothing Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information) Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific