Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Sodium tetrafluoroborate(13755-29-8)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Sodium tetrafluoroborate
Synonyms
Sodium borofluoride
Sodium fluoborate
CAS
13755-29-8
Formula
BF4Na
Molecular Weight
109.79
EINECS
237-340-6
RTECS
ED2975000
RTECS Class
Other
Merck
12,8761
Beilstein/Gmelin
532911 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Gray powder.
Solubility in water
1080 g/L
Melting Point
384
Density
2.47 g/cm3
Usage
Fluorinating agent.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
Handling
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Use and store under nitrogen. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation
May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. May cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and inflammation of the gums and mouth.
Skin
May cause severe irritation and possible burns.
Eyes
Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.
Hazards
Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
EC Risk Phrase
R 34
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
1759

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.
Poison Class
3

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Fire Potential
Nonflammable.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable.
Incompatibilities
Strong bases, water, strong oxidizing agents, sensitive to moisture
Decomposition
Hydrogen fluoride, oxides of boron, sodium oxide, fluoride fumes.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
1759
Hazard Class
8
Packing Group
I; II; III
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