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Sodium borohydride |
Hazard Statements
In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously Toxic if swallowed Causes severe skin burns and eye damage May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child
Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Use personal protective equipment as required Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from any possible contact with water, because of violent reaction and possible flash fire Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Inhalation
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Skin
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Wash contaminated clothing before reuse Brush off loose particles from skin. Immerse in cool water/wrap with wet bandages
Eyes
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Ingestion
Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting
Fire
In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Reacts violently with water
Manufacturer information
Name
Fisher Scientiic
Phone
201-796-7100
Address
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, 07410
PICTOGRAMS
NFPA
3
3
2
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San Jose/Evergreen Community College
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