Potassium borohydride

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

and label elements of the product

Other physicochemical hazards

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

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral): Category 3 Acute toxicity (Dermal): Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation: Category 1B Serious eye damage/eye irritation: Category 1 (Note) GHS classification without description: Not classified/Classification not possible

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Toxic if swallowed Toxic in contact with skin Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes serious eye damage

Prevention

Do not allow contact with water. Handle under inert gas/appropriate liquid or gas. Protect from moisture. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Wash contaminated parts thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

In case of fire: Use appropriate media other than water for extinction. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water. IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Storage

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

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/national regulation. Specific Physical and Chemical hazards May catch fire or form flammable gas in contact with water.