Orthoboric acid, Boric Acid

Hazard statements (CLP)

H360FD

Code

Statements

H360FD

May damage fertility; May damage the unborn child

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

2.1.1 Classification in accordance with the Dangerous Substances Directive 67/548/EEC(DSD) Repr. Cat. 2; R60-R61 Concentrations limits C ≥5.5% R;R60-61 2.1.2 Classification in accordance with the Classification Labelling and Packaging Regulation EC (no) 1272/2008[EU-GHS/CLP] Harmonised classification provided in the 1st ATP to CLP (Regulation EC n°790/2009) Repr. Cat. 1B; H360FD Specific concentrations limits Repr. 1B; H360FD C ≥5.5%

Prevention

P201; P202; P281

Response

P308 + P313

Storage

P405

Disposal

P501

Additional information

For Full text of R-S phrases as well as Hazard Class/Statements and Precautionary Statements see section 16.

2.2 Label elements

2.2.2.1 Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] CAS No 10043-35-3, EC No 233-139-2

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H 360FD: May damage fertility or the unborn child.

Precautionary statements

P201: Obtain special instruction before use P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood P281: Use personal protective equipment as required. P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention P405: Store locked up. . 2.2.2. According to REACH, Annex XVII Restricted to professional users

2.3 Other hazards

Emergency overview Boric acid is a white odourless, powdered substance that is not flammable, combustible, or explosive, and has low acute oral and dermal toxicity.

Potential health effects

Inhalation is the most significant route of exposure in occupational and other settings. Dermal exposure is not usually a concern because boric acid is poorly absorbed through intact skin. Inhalation Occasional mild irritation effects to nose and throat may occur from inhalation of boric acid dusts at levels higher than 10 mg/m3. Eye contact Boric acid is non-irritating to eyes in normal industrial use. Skin contact Boric acid does not cause irritation to intact skin. Ingestion Products containing Boric Acid are not intended for ingestion. Boric Acid has a low acute toxicity. Small amounts (e.g., a teaspoon) swallowed accidentally are not likely to cause effects; swallowing amounts larger than that may cause gastrointestinal symptoms. Reproductive/developmental Animal ingestion studies in several species, at high doses, indicate that borates cause reproductive and developmental effects. A human study of occupational exposure to borate dust showed no adverse effect on reproduction. A recent epidemiological study and a peer reviewing report of the past epidemiological studies conducted in China didn‟t show any negative effect of boron on human fertility (10,11). Potential ecological effects Large amounts of Boric Acid can be harmful to plants and other species. Therefore, releases to the environment should be minimized. Signs and symptoms of exposure Symptoms of accidental over-exposure to Boric Acid have been associated with ingestion or absorption through large areas of damaged skin. These may include nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea, with delayed effects of skin redness and peeling. Refer to section 11 for details on Toxicological data.