SAFETY DATA SHEET IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND OF THE MANUFACTURER
Potassium tetrafluoroborate Registration number (ECHA)
Classification categories / hazard indications
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised
For the text of R-phrases/H-phrases and classification abbreviations
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture:
IDENTIFICATION OF THE POSSIBLE HAZARDS
Classification of the substance or mixture
SU10 – Formulation [mixing] of preparations and/or repackaging
Classification pursuant to Regulations (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP):
SU15 – Manufacture of metallic products, with the exception of
PC38 – Welding products (with flux coatings or flux fillings) and
Labelling pursuant to Regulations (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP):
PROC 5 – Mixing in batch processes for the formulation of
preparations and articles (multiple phases and/or significant
Labelling pursuant to Directives 67/548/EEC and 1999/45/EC
PROC14 – Production of preparations or articles using tabletting,
PROC23 – Open processes and transfer operations with minerals or metals at high temperatures
PROC25 – Other hot work operations with metals
ERC 5 – Industrial use resulting in inclusion into or onto a matrix
Currently there is no information regarding this.
26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
35 This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe
The mixture does not contain any vPvB substance (vPvB = very
The mixture does not contain any PBT substance (PBT =
COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPONENTS
If contact with the hot product occurs: risk of burns
FIRST AID
Take the person into the fresh air and, depending on the
Classification categories / hazard indications
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In the case of discomfort: a medical examination is necessary, as
Prevent surface and ground-water infiltration, as well as ground
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
If contact with the hot product occurs: Wash with cold water. Do
Collect using mechanic means and dispose according to section
not try to remove the product after hardened
If contact with the hot product occurs: Wash thoroughly for
several minutes using abundant water. Seek medical help if necessary.
See section 8 for personal protection equipment.
See section 13 for disposal instructions.
HANDLING AND STORAGE
Drink abundant water and seek medical help immediately.
Apart from the information included in this section, sections 8 and 6.1
Main symptoms and effects, acute and delayed
Dangerous gases / vapours are released in the manufacture
stage of the product. Fluorhydric acid may be released.
The workplace or the manufacturing machines must be
In case fumes are released: pulmonary edema, irritation of
Connect local air extraction system during the manufacture
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment
Eating, drinking, smoking, as well as food-storage is prohibited in
The exposed workers must be submitted to medical
In case of bronchial irritation – antitussives. Ingestion:
Follow the label indications and the instruction manual.
Dilute a calcium effervescent tablet in water and drink
The instructions given by the company must be followed at all
General hygiene and precaution measures must be taken when
MEASURES TO FIGHT AGAINST FIRE
Wash hands before breaks and at end of work.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs.
Depending on the type and size of the fire. Eventually,
Before entering areas where food is eaten, remove contaminated
Safe storage conditions, including possible incompatibilities:
The product must be stored in its original packaging and closed.
The product must not be stored in walkways and stairs.
Specific exposure hazards arising from the substance or mixture:
In case of fire the following may appear: smoke, copper oxides,
zinc oxide, hydrogen fluoride, fluorides, poisonous vapours,
CONTROL OF EXPOSURE / INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION
Recommendations for fire-fighting staff:
In case of fire and/or explosion, do not inhale the fumes.
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Breathing apparatus, regardless of the local atmosphere.
Dispose of contaminated extinction water according to official
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BMGV: 8 mg/l (Fluorides in urine, End of work)
Personal precautions, protection equipment and emergency procedures
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BMGV: 8 mg/l (Fluorides in urine, end of work)
Do not allow product to reach sewage system.
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Additional information on hand protection – No tests have been
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The mixture selection has been performed according to the best
knowledge and information available about the contents.
The substance selection has been performed according to the
WEL-ED = Occupational Exposure Limit – Daily exposure | WEL-EC =
The final glove material selection must be made taking the
Occupational Exposure Limit – Short term exposure | BMGV = Biological
breakthrough times, permeation rates and degradation into
monitoring guidance value | Other information: Sen = sensitizing effects.
Dermal exposure = may be absorbed through the skin absorber. C1/C2
Selection of suitable gloves depends not only on the material but
= first or second level carcinogenic substance. M1 = Substance
also on other quality characteristics and varies from
mutagenic for humans, M2 = Substance that may considered to be
mutagenic for humans. TR1 = Substance harmful for the fertility of
In the case of mixtures, the resistance of glove materials cannot
human beings or toxic for human development, TR2 = Substance that
be calculated in advance, so it has to be checked before use.
may and must be considered harmful for the fertility of human beings or toxic for human development.
The exact breakthrough time of the glove material must be requested from the protective glove manufacturer and properly
** = The exposure limit for this substance was cancelled pursuant to the
TRGS 900 (Germany) of January 2006 with the aim of revising it.
Ensure good ventilation. This can be achieved by local suction or
PHYSICAL-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
general air extraction or general ventilation. If this is insufficient
Information about basic physical and chemical conditions
to maintain the concentration under the occupational exposure maximum levels (WEL, AGW) suitable breathing protection
Only applicable if maximum permissible exposures values are
Individual protection measures, such as personal protection equipment:
General hygiene and precaution measures must be taken when
Wash hands before breaks and at end of work.
Keep away from food, drink and animal feedingstuffs.
Before entering areas where food is eaten, remove contaminated clothes and protection equipment.
During manufacture activities: tight fitting protective goggles with
During manufacture activities: Leather gloves
Use protective clothing when working (such as safety shoes NE
ISO 20345, or long sleeved protection clothing.
Additional information
During manufacture activities: filter B E P3 EN 14387
The time limitations for the use of the breathing apparatus must
If applicable, they are mentioned in the section of individual
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
protection measures (eye/face protection, skin or breathing
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Avoid contact with highly oxidizing substances.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
The product has not been submitted to any test.
Classification according to a calculation process
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Fluorides must be precipitated and removed using laitance
Borates must be precipitated and removed using laitance
13. CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING ITS ELIMINATION
For substances/mixtures/residual material
The waste codes can be considered recommendations based on the scheduled use of this product. However, according to the
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user's specific conditions for use and disposal, other waste codes
may be eventually applied (2001/118/CE, 2001/119/CE,
It is not a dangerous product pursuant to the abovementioned
12 01 04 Non-ferrous metal dust and particles
15. INFORMATION REGARDING THE REGULATION
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the
The requirements of the competent authorities must be taken into
See section 2 for classification and labelling. Restrictions to be taken into account: yes
Law on youth employment legal protection (German regulation)
Instructions for use of material must be supplied.
The rules of the local authorities must be complied with.
16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 14. INFORMATION REGARDING TRANSPORT
These details refer to the product as it is delivered.
The following phrases represent the R-phrases and H-phrases included
herein and the classification abbreviations (GHS/CLP) of the contents
n.a. = n.u. = not applicable /n.v., k.D.v. = n.d. = not available /n.g. = n.e.
WEL = Workplace Exposure Limit (-ED = Daily exposure, -EC = Short
term exposure), BMGV = Biological monitoring guidance value
AGW = “arbeitsplatzgrenzwert” (Germany) / BGW = “Biologischer
VbF = Rules about flammable liquids (Austria)
VOC = Volatile organic compounds (compuestos orgánicos volátiles
ATE = Acute Toxicity Estimates – ATE (estimaciones de la toxicidad aguda – ETA) pursuant to Regulation (EC) 1272/2008 (CLP)
The statements made here should describe the product with regard to
the necessary safety precautions - they are not meant to guarantee
specific properties and they are based on our current up-to-date
Unless otherwise specified, the general measures to guarantee
a safe transport shall be taken into account.
Bulk transport according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 Convention and
Safety data sheet according to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006, Annex II
It is not a dangerous product pursuant to the abovementioned
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