Sodium borodeuteride

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification

Signal word

Danger Hazard Statements In contact with water releases flammable gas Toxic if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Do not allow contact with water Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture

Response

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor 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 Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Evacuate area Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

None identified

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Category 2 flammable gases Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1 B Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Label Elements