Sodium borohydride

Physical hazards

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

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Category 1 Irritation Toxic to reproduction Category 1B

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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.

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Do not allow contact with water. Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap in wet bandages. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. 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. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. 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.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Primary hazards: Material reacts with water. Specific hazards: No data available.