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Silver tetrafluoroborate

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Fire Potential]

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 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. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Discard contaminated clothing in a manner which limits further exposure.
[Eyes]

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. Keep away from acids.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Store protected from light.
[Ingestion]

May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns.
[Inhalation]

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema.
[Skin]

Causes skin burns.
[Eyes]

Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.
[Hazards]

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 34
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39 45
[UN (DOT)]

1759
[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]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Appearance]

Beige solid.
[Solubility in water]

Soluble
[Melting Point]

200
[Usage]

Used to replace halide anions or ligands with the weakly-coordinating tetrafluoroborate anions.
[Product Name]

Silver tetrafluoroborate
[Synonyms]

Silver borofluoride
Silver fluoborate
Silver fluoroborate
[CAS]

"CASEN_14104-20-2.htm">14104-20-2
[Formula]

AgBF4
[Molecular Weight]

194.67
[EINECS]

237-956-5
[RTECS]

ED2875000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

9446 (G)
[EC Class]

corrosive
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
[Disposal Code]

27
[Stability]

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Boron trifluoride, hydrogen fluoride.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

1759
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

I; II; III
[HS Code]

2843 29 00