PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Synonyms: ortho-Boric acid; boracic acid; Borofax, boric acid
CAS No.: 10043-35-3
Molecular Weight: 61.83
Chemical Formula: H3BO3
SALES SPECIFICATION
| APPEARANCE | : white crystals |
| BH3O3 | : 99.0% min |
| PHOSPHATES | : 0.001% max |
| SULFATES | : 0.005% max |
| INSOLUBLES | : 0.005% (in methanol) |
| Ca | : 50ppm max |
| Cl | : 10ppm max |
| As | : 1ppm max |
| HEAVY METALS (as Pb ) | : 10ppm max |
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
| Appearance | : White powder or granules. |
| Odor | : Odorless. |
| Solubility | : 18mL in cold water. |
| Density | : 1.43 |
| pH | : 5.1 Aqueous solution: (0.1M) |
| Boiling Point | : Decomposes. |
| Melting Point | : 169C (336F) |
| Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) | : 2.6 @ 20C (68F) |
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions: Keep locked up.. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as alkalies.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Do not store above 23°C (73.4°F).