Safety Data Sheet - Sodium Borohydride

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Sodium Borohydride

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL4091

CAS Number 16940-66-2

EC Number 241-004-4

EC Index Number 004-001-00-0

Grade 98%

HSN Code 28500010

Molecular Formula NaBH4

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Sodium Borohydride

Catalogue No. AL4091

Product form Substance

CAS Number 16940-66-2

EC Number 241-004-4

Grade 98%

EC Index Number 004-001-00-0

Chemical Formula NaBH4

HSN Code 28500010

Synonyms Sodium tetrahydroborate, Sodium boranide

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Reducing agent in organic synthesis

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Water-react. 1; Acute Tox. 3; Skin Corr. 1C; Eye Dam. 1

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 4311764 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Corrosive, Acute Toxic

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H260: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H318: Causes serious eye damage

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Reacts with water to release flammable hydrogen gas

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Sodium Borohydride

CAS No. 16940-66-2

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after skin contact Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after eye contact Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting; give dilute vinegar, lemon juice, milk, or olive oil; call a doctor.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; potential for burns in contact with moisture.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Flammable hydrogen gas may be released upon contact with water or acids.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area and ventilate. Avoid ignition sources. Use appropriate protective equipment.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: chemical protection suit and particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered dry, plastic containers. Carefully collect remainder.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Handle under inert atmosphere. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and goggles.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Dry. Well closed. Separated from strong acids, alcohols, powdered metals and water.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if dust or vapors are generated.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Granular solid

Colour White to gray

Odour Odourless

Odour threshold Not applicable

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not applicable

Melting point >400 °C (vacuum) (decomposes)

Freezing point Not applicable

Boiling point 1000 °C (decomposes)

Flash point Not applicable

Auto-ignition temperature ~220 °C

Decomposition temperature 400 °C

Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable hydrogen gas released upon contact with water

Vapour pressure Not applicable

Relative vapour density at 20°C Not applicable

Density 1.074 g/cu cm (anhydrous material)

Solubility Soluble in "Cellosolve" ether

Log Pow Not applicable

Viscosity, kinematic Not applicable

Viscosity, dynamic Not applicable

Explosive properties Not explosive under normal conditions

Oxidising properties Not an oxidizer

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Reacts vigorously with water and acids, releasing flammable hydrogen gas.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Anhydrous material is stable in dry air to 300 °C; decomposes slowly at 400 °C and rapidly at 500 °C.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on heating and on contact with acids, powdered metals, water and moisture. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen). The substance is a strong reducing agent.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong acids, water, moisture.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition emits toxic fumes of sodium oxides.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 160 mg/kg bw; LD50 Rat ip 18 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Serious eye damage/irritation H318: Causes serious eye damage

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1426

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1426

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1426

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1426

UN-No. (RID) UN 1426

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Sodium Borohydride

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Sodium Borohydride

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Sodium Borohydride

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Sodium Borohydride

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Sodium Borohydride

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 4.3

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) I

Packing group (IMDG) I

Packing group (IATA) I

Packing group (ADN) I

Packing group (RID) I

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.