Sodium borohydride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H260, H314, H360, H402

Code

Statements

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Hazard Classification

Physical hazards

Substances and mixtures, which in Category 1 contact with water, emit flammable gases

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Toxic to reproduction Category 1B Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist

Environmental hazards

Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 3 Unknown toxicity - Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 %

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May damage fertility or the unborn child. Harmful to aquatic life.

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water. Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Do not breathe dust or mists. Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water [or wrap in wet bandages]. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry chemical powder for extinction.

Storage

Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise None.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Physical Hazards Substances and mixtures, which in Category 1 contact with water, emit flammable gases Health Hazards Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1C Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Toxic to reproduction Category 1B Unknown toxicity - Health Acute toxicity, inhalation, dust 100 % or mist Environmental Hazards Acute hazards to the aquatic Category 3 environment Unknown toxicity - Environment Acute hazards to the aquatic 0 % environment Chronic hazards to the aquatic 100 % environment