Boron trichloride 1M solution in hexane

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 2 Acute oral toxicity Category 2 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 2 Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS), Respiratory system. Specific target organ toxicity - (repeated exposure) Category 2 Target Organs - Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), Mucous Membrane, Reproductive System. Aspiration Toxicity Category 1

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Danger

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapor Fatal if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness and dizziness May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area

Response

IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting Rinse mouth IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Fire Explosion risk in case of fire Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance Evacuate area

Storage

Store locked up Store in a closed container Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects