Product Identification

Product Name

Cadmium fluoroborate

Synonyms

Cadmium fluoborate solution
Cadmium tetrafluoroborate

CAS

14486-19-2

Formula

B2CdF8

Molecular Weight

286.01

EINECS

238-490-5

RTECS

EV0525000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen

Beilstein/Gmelin

12676 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless odorless solid or aqueous solution.

Solubility in water

very soluble

Density

1.60 g/cm3 (20 C)

Usage

To prepare electroplating baths for high strength steels where the normal cyanide baths cause problems of hydrogen embrittlement.

Odor threshold

Odorless

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Call a physician at once; if victim is conscious, induce vomiting by giving a tablespoon of salt in a glass of warm water and repeat until vomit is clear; give milk or whites of eggs beaten with water; keep patient warm and quiet.

Inhalation

Remove patient to fresh air; seek medical attention.

Skin

Flush with plenty of water.

Eyes

Flush with plenty of water and get medical attention.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Material can be stored at room temperature. Venting: open.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Acute inhalation of fumes can cause cough, dyspnea and chest tightness which is similar to metal fume fever, but which may progress to pneumonitis, pulmonary edema, and death due to respiratory failure in severe cases. Acute exposure can result in residual emphysema and fibrosis.

Skin

Skin eruptions and pruritus may occur.

Eyes

See Inhalation.

Ingestion

Ingestion - nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and cramping, diarrhea, salivation, dry mouth, and substernal pain occur.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

UN (DOT)

2570

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Gloves and skin protection.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Exposure Effects

CNS effects of acute exposures have included delayed parkinsonism. Smoking and industrial exposure to cadmium has resulted in increased placental levels of cadmium.

Exposure limit(s)

IDHL: NIOSH considers cadmium dust (as Cd) to be a potential occupational carcinogen.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using agent most appropriate for surrounding fire.

Fire Potential

Nonflammable.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

ELIMINATE all ignition sources. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Reacts as acid to neutralize bases.

Stability

Stable.

Combustion Products

Toxic hydrogen fluoride and cadmium oxide fumes may form in fires.

Transport Information

UN Number

2570

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III