DIBORANE 0.4-2.5%/ HYDROGEN (BALANCE) GAS MIXTURE

OSHA HCS Classification

Flammable Gases - Category 1 Gases Under Pressure - Compressed gas Acute Toxicity - Inhalation - Gas - Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Repeated exposure - Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Extremely flammable gas. Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated. Toxic if inhaled. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Causes damage to respiratory system. Causes damage to nervous system and respiratory system through prolonged or repeated exposure.

Prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, and hot surfaces - No smoking. Do not breathe gas. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

Response

Leaking gas fire. Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. IF exposed. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF INHALED. Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Specific treatment may be needed, see first aid section of Safety Data Sheet. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Protect from sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

2.3 Other hazards

May cause asphyxia. Rapid release of compressed gas may cause frostbite.