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BORON TRICHLORIDE | ICSC: 0616 |
Trichloroborane BCl3 Molecular mass: 117.19 (cylinder) CAS # 10294-34-5 RTECS # ED1925000 UN # 1741 EC # 005-002-00-5 October 07, 1997 Peer reviewed |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Not combustible.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO water.
In case of fire in the surroundings: powder, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
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In case of fire: cool cylinder by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.
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EXPOSURE |
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AVOID ALL CONTACT!
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IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
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INHALATION |
Sore throat.
Cough.
Burning sensation.
Shortness of breath.
Laboured breathing.
Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Half-upright position.
Artificial respiration if indicated.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN |
Pain.
Redness.
Blisters.
Skin burns.
ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
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Cold-insulating gloves.
Protective clothing.
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ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES |
Pain.
Redness.
Severe deep burns.
Loss of vision.
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Face shield,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION |
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area!
Consult an expert!
Ventilation.
(Extra personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Fireproof if in building.
Separated from
food and feedstuffs.
See Chemical Dangers.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T+ symbol R: 14-26/28-34 S: 1/2-9-26-28-36/37/39-45 UN Hazard Class: 2.3 UN Subsidiary Risks: 8 |
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BORON TRICHLORIDE | ICSC: 0616 |
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Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water.
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation is therefore essential.
Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
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