| Identification | |
| Name: | Boron |
| Synonyms: | Borfast;Boron atom;Boron element;Borotrac;SB 95;SB 95 (boron);Trona;Trona(element);V 99; |
| CAS: | 7440-42-8 |
| EINECS: | 231-151-2 |
| Molecular Formula: | B |
| Molecular Weight: | 10.81 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/B |
| Molecular Structure: |  |
| Properties | |
| Transport: | UN 3178 4 |
| Stability: | Stable. Substances to be avoided include strong oxidizing agents and strong acids. May decompose on exposure to air - store under nitrogen. Highly flammable. |
| Water Solubility: | H2O: soluble |
| Solubility: | H2O: soluble |
| Appearance: | pieces |
| Report: |
Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. |
| Packinggroup: | III |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. |
| Usage: | In nuclear chemistry as neutron absorber, in ignitron rectifiers, in alloys, usually to harden other metals. |
| Safety Data | |
| Hazard Symbols |
Xn: Harmful
F: Flammable
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