Potassium borohydride

Hazard statements (CLP)

H260, H301, H301+H311, H311, H314, H318

Code

Statements

H260

In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

GHS Classification in Accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS): Classification of the substance or mixture

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H260 In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary statements

P223 Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire. P231 + P232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. P260 Do not breathe dust or mist. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection. P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. P322 Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P335 + P334 Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/ wrap in wet bandages. P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction. P402 + P404 Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

2.3 Other hazards

Reacts violently with water.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Classification in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS) Substances and mixtures, which in contact with water, emit flammable gases (Category 1), H260 Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 3), H301 Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 3), H311 Skin corrosion (Category 1B), H314 Serious eye damage (Category 1), H318 For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.