| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Keep containers tightly closed. Store protected from moisture. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Keep from contact with moist air and steam. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | |
| [Respirators] A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | |
| [Appearance] White solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] 28 g/L (25 C) | |
| [Melting Point] 918 | |
| [Density] 1.4 g/cm3 (25 C) | |
| [Product Name] Dilithium tetraborate | |
| [Synonyms] Boric acid, dilithium salt Boron lithium oxide Lithium borate | |
| [CAS] 12007-60-2 | |
| [Formula] B4Li2O7 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 169.12 | |
| [EINECS] 234-514-3 | |
| [Merck] 12,5549 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 72589 (G) | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Disposal Code] 14 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents | |
| [Decomposition] Oxides of boron. | |
| [HS Code] 2840 20 90 |
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