Boric acid puriss.p.a. ACS PurReagent, >=99.5%

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  H3BO3
Molecular Weight:  61.83 g/mol
CAS Number: 10043-35-3

Properties

Water Solubility 49.2 g/l (20 °C)
Assay Purity >=99.5%
M pt. 160 °C (dec.) (lit.)
Density 1.489 g/cm3 at 23 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H360FD
Precautionary Statement  P201 - P202 - P280 - P308 + P313 - P405 - P501
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 28100020
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1D - Non-combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic hazardous materials or hazardous materials causing chronic effects
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Preparation of buffer solutions. Laboratory reagent and analytical chemistry. Antiseptic and antifungal formulations. Glass ceramic and fiberglass manufacturing. Flame retardants and industrial chemicals. Insecticide and pest control products. Electroplating and metal treatment processes. Pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to act as a buffering agent antiseptic preservative and source of boron in chemical and industrial processes.

General Description
It is slightly soluble in water and exhibits mild acidic properties. Boric acid is valued for its antifungal antiseptic buffering and flame-retardant characteristics making it useful in many laboratory and industrial applications.