Boric Acid

Product Name and Identification:

• Chemical      Name: Boric Acid
• Alternate      Names: Orthoboric Acid
• CAS      #: 10043-35-3

Composition:

• Typically      99% purity.

Hazard Identification and Classification:

• Classification:     Irritant (H319)
• Hazards:     Causes eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements:

• P280:     Wear protective gloves and eye protection.

Handling and Storage:

• Store      in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials like alkalis.

General Uses:

• Antiseptics,      insecticides, and buffering agents.

Physical and Chemical Properties:

• Appearance:      White crystalline powder
• Odor:      Odourless
• Solubility:      Soluble in water

Transport Information:

• Not      classified as hazardous for transport.