BORON

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 3 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 3 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 Reproductive toxicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Category 1 Flammable liquids Category 2

2.2 Label elements

Danger

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to organs Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Highly flammable liquid and vapor

2.3 Other hazards

Not Applicable

Other hazards

May cause blindness if swallowed Can burn with an invisible flame

Prevention

Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

Response

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

Storage

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

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant