Ulexite Property

Density 

1.955 g/cm3

EPA Substance Registry System

Ulexite (CaNaH12(BO3)5.2H2O) (1319-33-1)

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

H360May damage fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

Ulexite Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Description

(hydrated sodium calcium borate hydroxide) a.k.a. TV rock, is a mineral occurring in silky white rounded crystalline masses or in parallel fibers. The natural fibers of ulexite conduct light along their long axes, by internal reflection.

Chemical Properties

White color; silky luster. Mohs hardness 1–2.5, d 1.96. Usually found as rounded, loosetextured masses of fine crystals.

Uses

Source of borax.

Definition

A natural hydrated borate of sodium and calcium.