General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2025-12-24
Product name
Borane-dimethyl sulfide complex
Product Synonyms
BMS; Dimethyl sulfideborane
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H260, H315, H318, H360D, H360F
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye damage May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child Reacts violently with water
Prevention
Do not allow contact with water Keep container tightly closed Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Handle and store contents under inert gas. Protect from moisture Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower 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/doctor Rinse mouth IF ON SKIN: Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water Wash contaminated clothing before reuse In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
WHMIS 2015 Classification This product is hazardous in accordance with the Canada Hazardous Products Act (HPA) and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 2 Substances/mixtures which, in contact with water, emit Category 1 flammable gases Acute oral toxicity Category 3 Acute dermal toxicity Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 1 Reproductive Toxicity Category 1B Physical Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Reacts violently with water