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Boric acid, 99.8%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Boric acid is a precursor material for other boron compounds. A dilute water solution of boric acid is usually employed as a mild antiseptic and eyewash. Boric acid is employed in leather manufacture, electroplating and cosmetics. It is involved in the production of monofilament fiberglass which finds applications in boats, industrial piping, LCD flat panel displays and computer circuit boards. It is in combination with sodium tetraborate decahydrate (borax) and is used as a welding flux by blacksmiths. The mixture of boric acid and silicone oil is useful in the production of silly putty.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
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Specifications
Appearance | White granular |
Color | White |
Melting Point | ∽185°C (decomposition) |
Density | 1.435 g/cm3 |
Odor | Odorless |
Flash Point | None |
Assay Percent Range | 99.8% |
Quantity | 1 kg |
Physical Form | Granular |
Beilstein | 1697939 |
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Safety and Handling
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- Boric acid
- Danger
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
- H360FD-May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : boric acid
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