Registration Dossier
Registration Dossier
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EC number: 470-770-4 | CAS number: -
Guidance on Safe Use
Administrative data
First-aid measures
Emergency measure - Inhalation: In case of release of prepration, boron trifluoride vapour
will be evolved, which in turn may degrade to form fluorine
gas. If exposed to vapours, remove person to area of fresh
air. Seek medical advice if signs of discomfort.
Emergency measure - Eyes: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. Seek medical advice immediately. Show copy of
safety sheet to medical staff.
Treat as for boron trifluoride or fluorine gas.
Emergency measure - Skin: Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before re-use. Seek medical advice.
Emergency measure - Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water and drink small quantity of water
(500 ml). Do not induce vomitting.
If signs of discomfort or if large quantity ingested, seek
medical advice.
Fire-fighting measures
Recommended extinguishing agent: No special precautions for the substance. Treat as for
solvents. (Water spray, carbon dioxide or chemical foam)
Product arising from burning: Complete combustion will lead to carbon dioxide, boron
salts, fluorine, nitrogen oxides and water.
Product determined by test: N
Protective equipment: No special precautions, although face protection with
breathing apparatus, coveralls and chemical resistant gloves
are recommended.
Accidental release measures
Emergency measures in case of spillage: If there is release of the substance from the containers,
absorb onto sand, paper or other suitable absorbent material
and dispose of as hazardous waste.
Boron trifluoride may be released and consider evacuation of
staff from area affected by spill. The area of spill may be
washed with large quantities of detergent and water.
Ensure good ventilation. Wear protective clothing including
breathing aparatus; treat as for fluorine gas.
Handling and storage
Handling: The substance is not handled, but when preparing the
containers to release boron trifluoride, protective
equipment will include suitable gloves, goggles and
protective outer clothing.
The substance is classified as hazardous and special
precautions will be communicated on the SDS. Direct contact
is avoided.
The preparation with boron trifluoride is more hazardous
than the substance alone and precautions suitable for
handling the boron trifluoride need to be taken.
Storage: No special precautions other than conditions suitable for
pressurised containers.
Packaging of the substance and or preparation: Expected to be imported in steel containers containing a
maximum of 2.2 litres of the substance.
Containers will be returned to the supplier for re-filling
with boron trifluoride.
Transport information
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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)
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Special provisions / remarks
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- Transport: The preparation is considered dangerous for transport as
Boron Trifluoride.
If transported, the substance alone would be classified as
Corrosive Liquid.
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Exposure controls / personal protection
Stability and reactivity
Danger other than fire: None reported
Chemical reaction with water: Not dangerously reactive in water.
(Note that the preparation with boron trifluoride is
considered to be reactive with water)
Dust explosion: Not applicable
Dust explosion determined by test: N
Disposal considerations
Industry - Possibility of recovery/recycling: Not possible to recover if released from container.
Industry - Possibility of neutralisation: Not applicable.
Industry - Possibility of destruction: controlled discharge: Not recommended
Industry - Possibility of destruction - incineration: This is recommended for disposal
Industry - Possibility of destruction - water purification: Not recommended.
Industry - Possibility of destruction - other: No other methods recommended for disposal
Public at large - Possibility of recovery/recycling: Not applicable for the public
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