Sodium Borohydride
Alternate Names:
Database ID: 347
| Formula: | NaBH4 |
| CAS: | 16940-66-2 |
| Formula Weight: | 37.83 g/mol |
| Density: | -- |
| Melting Point: | 400 °C |
| Boiling Point: | -- |
| Purity: | -- |
| Concentration: | -- |
Hazard and Safety Information
| Signal Word: | Danger! |
| Oral-LD50: | 162 mg/kg |
| Flash Point: | -- |
| Auto Ignition: | -- |
| Flinn Family: | I1 |
GHS Hazard Statement: In contact with water releases flammable gases which may ignite spontaneously. Toxic if swallowed. Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. May damage fertility or the unborn child.
GHS Precautionary Statement: Obtain special instructions before use. Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container.
General Hazard Information: May damage fertility.
Storage: Flinn Family: Inorganic #1. Store in/on shelf with metals, hydrides. Store away from any water. Store flammable solids in flammables cabinet.
Disposal: General and institutional diposal instructions can go here.