MSDS Identification:

• Key:  04027
• Name:   Zinc tetrafluoroborate, 50% solution
• Name:   Zinc tetrafluoroborate, hexahydrate +98.0%

Catalog Numbers:  
AC358780000, AC358780500
Synonyms:  
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Hazard Symbols:   C

Risk Phrases:   34

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Not available.

Appearance:   colorless liquid. Not available.

Target Organs:   Respiratory system, eyes, skin.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

Eye:   Causes eye burns.

Skin:   Causes skin burns.

Ingestion:   Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.

Inhalation:   Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Chronic:   Not available.

Eyes:   Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Skin:   Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Ingestion:   Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.

Inhalation:   Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Notes to Physician:   Treat symptomatically and supportively.

General Information:   As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.

Extinguishing Media:   Use dry chemical to fight fire.

Autoignition Temperature:   Not available.

Flash Point:   Not available.

Explosion Limits, lower:   Not available.

Explosion Limits, upper:   Not available.

NFPA Rating:   Not published.

General Information:   Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

Spills/Leaks:   Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.

Handling:   Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Storage:   Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.

Engineering Controls:   Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
EXPOSURE LIMITS

OSHA Vacated PELs:  

Zinc tetrafluoroborate:   No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Eyes:   Not available.

Skin:   Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.

Clothing:   Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators:   Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Physical State:   Liquid

Color:   colorless

Odor:   odorless

pH:   4.5 - 6.5

Vapor Pressure:   Not available.

Vapor Density:   Not available.

Evaporation Rate:   Not available.

Viscosity:   Not available.

Boiling Point:   Not available.

Freezing/Melting Point:   Not available.

Decomposition Temperature:  

Solubility in water:  

Specific Gravity/Density:   1.430

Molecular Formula:   B2F8Zn

Molecular Weight:   238.9872

Chemical Stability:   Not available.

Conditions to Avoid:   High temperatures, incompatible materials.

Incompatibilities with Other Materials:   Strong acids.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:   Hydrogen fluoride, boron oxides.

Hazardous Polymerization:   Will not occur.

RTECS#:

• CAS# 13826-88-5: ED3170000

LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Zinc tetrafluoroborate -

• Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

Epidemiology:
No data available.
Teratogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive Effects:
No data available.
Neurotoxicity:
No data available.
Mutagenicity:
No data available.
Other Studies:
The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

RCRA P-Series:   None listed.

RCRA U-Series:   None listed.

US DOT

• No information available

Canadian TDG

• No information available.

TSCA

• CAS# 13826-88-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

Health & Safety Reporting List

• None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.

Chemical Test Rules

• None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.

Section 12b

• None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.

TSCA Significant New Use Rule

• None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.

SARA
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs

• None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.

SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances

• None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.

Section 313

• No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.

Clean Air Act:

• This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
• This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
• This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.

Clean Water Act:

• None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
• None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
• None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.

OSHA:

• None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.

Zinc tetrafluoroborate is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

• Hazard Symbols: C
• Risk Phrases:

• R 34 Causes burns.

• Safety Phrases:

• S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
• S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
• S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

• CAS# 13826-88-5: No information available.

United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

Canada

• CAS# 13826-88-5 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
• WHMIS: Not available.
• CAS# 13826-88-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

MSDS Creation Date:   1/16/2002,   Revision #0 Date:  Original.

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