Borate(1-), tetrafluoro-, cadmium (2:1)

286.02

287.909210

238-490-5

6FO2G6257B

Colorless liquid

2826909030

0

2.59750

Colorless odorless solid or aqueous solution.

1.60 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C

>230 °F

Very soluble in 95% alcohol

STORAGE TEMPERATURE: AMBIENT. VENTING: OPEN.

Oral-Rat LDL0: 250 mg/kg; inhalation-mouse LCL0: 650 mg/m3/10min

Thermal decomposition releases toxic cadmium and fluoride fumes

ODORLESS

When heated to decomposition it emits very toxic fumes of Cd and F-|Extremely hygroscopic

Water soluble.

Salts, Acidic

CADMIUM FLUOROBORATE acts as a weakly acidic inorganic salt, which is soluble in water. The resulting solutions contain moderate concentrations of hydrogen ions and have pH's of less than 7.0. They react as acids to neutralize bases. These neutralizations generate heat, but less or far less than is generated by neutralization of inorganic acids, inorganic oxoacids, and carboxylic acid. They usually do not react as either oxidizing agents or reducing agents but such behavior is not impossible. Many of these compounds catalyze organic reactions.

Not flammable

III

6.1(b)

UN 2922 8/PG 3

45-23/24/25-34

53-26-27-28-36/37/39-45

EV0525000

T,C

The warehouse is ventilated, low-temperature and dry; stored and transported separately from food and acids

Corrosive

STABLE DURING TRANSPORT

P201, P202, P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P281, P284, P301+P310, P302+P352, P304+P340, P308+P313, P310, P312, P314, P320, P321, P322, P330, P363, P403+P233, P405, P501

H301

Generators of waste (equal to or greater than 100 kg/mo) containing this contaminant, EPA hazardous waste number D006, must conform with USEPA regulations in storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of waste.|Activated carbon adsorption process is used in the removal of cadmium from two types of synthetic cadmium plating wastewaters, specifically cadmium (2+) tetrafluoborate and cadmium (2+) cyanide solutions. Results indicate that the acidic activated carbons, Nuchar SA and Nuchar SN have the highest cadmium (2+) removal potential. Recommendations include the need to specifically identify the chemical make-up of each wastewater stream and run an individual experiment for finding the best treatment method. Graphs show the effects of carbon type on cadmium (2+) removal, adsorption characteristics of cadmium (2+) from synthetic cadmium (2+)-tetrafluoroborate wastewater in relation to pH and numerous cadmium concentrations, and also show the adsorption characteristics of cadmium (2+) from another wastewater, cadmium (2+) cyanide.|Generators of waste (equal to or greater than 100 kg/mo) containing this contaminant, EPA hazardous waste number D006, must conform with USEPA regulations in storage, transportation, treatment and disposal of waste. /Cadmium/|SRP: At the time of review, criteria for land treatment or burial (sanitary landfill) disposal practices are subject to significant revision. Prior to implementing land disposal of waste residue (including waste sludge), consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices.

National Toxicology Program. Eleventh Report on Carcinogens (2005). The Report on Carcinogens is an informational scientific and public health document that identifies and discusses substances (including agents, mixtures, or exposure circumstances) that may pose a carcinogenic hazard to human health. Cadmium and Cadmium Compounds are listed as known to be human carcinogens. /Cadmium and Cadmium Compounds/[Available from, as of July 31, 2009: http://ntp.niehs.nih.gov/ntp/roc/eleventh/profiles/s028cadm.pdf]

Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Toxic hydrogen fluoride and cadmium oxide fumes may form in fires. (USCG, 1999)

|Danger|H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]|P201, P202, P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P281, P284, P301+P310, P302+P352, P304+P340, P308+P313, P310, P312, P314, P320, P321, P322, P330, P363, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Rubber gloves and apron; safety glasses and face shield (USCG, 1999)

NOT FLAMMABLE.

If material on fire or involved in fire: Extinguish fire using agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. (Material itself does not burn or burns with difficulty.) Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Use "alcohol" foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. /Cadmium compounds, NOS/

SRP: The scientific literature for the use of contact lenses by industrial workers is inconsistent. The benefits or detrimental effects of wearing contact lenses depend not only upon the substance, but also on factors including the form of the substance, characteristics and duration of the exposure, the uses of other eye protection equipment, and the hygiene of the lenses. However, there may be individual substances whose irritating or corrosive properties are such that the wearing of contact lenses would be harmful to the eye. In those specific cases, contact lenses should not be worn. In any event, the usual eye protection equipment should be worn even when contact lenses are in place.|Cadmium fluoborate may be dangerous if it enters water intakes; notify local health and wildlife officials and operators of nearby water intakes.|SRP: Contaminated protective clothing should be segregated in such a manner so that there is no direct personal contact by personnel who handle, dispose, or clean the clothing. Quality assurance to ascertain the completeness of the cleaning procedures should be implemented before the decontaminated protective clothing is returned for reuse by the workers. All contaminated clothing should not be taken home at end of shift, but should remain at employee's place of work for cleaning.

/GUIDE 154: SUBSTANCES - TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE (NON-COMBUSTIBLE)/ First Aid: Move victim to fresh air. Call 911 or emergency medical service. Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. Keep victim warm and quiet. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. /Cadmium compound/|/GUIDE 154: SUBSTANCES - TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE (NON-COMBUSTIBLE)/ Spill or Leak: ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area). Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS. /Cadmium compound/|/GUIDE 154: SUBSTANCES - TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE (NON-COMBUSTIBLE)/ Fire: Small fires: Dry chemical, CO2 or water spray. Large fires: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray. Move containers from fire area if you can do it without risk. Dike fire control water for later disposal; do not scatter the material. Fire involving tanks or car/trailer loads: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. /Cadmium compound/|/GUIDE 154: SUBSTANCES - TOXIC AND/OR CORROSIVE (NON-COMBUSTIBLE)/ Evacuation: ... Fire: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. /Cadmium compound/|For more DOT Emergency Guidelines (Complete) data for CADMIUM TETRAFLUOROBORATE (8 total), please visit the HSDB record page.

LIQUID: IRRITATING TO SKIN & EYES.

Listed as a hazardous air pollutant (HAP) generally known or suspected to cause serious health problems. The Clean Air Act, as amended in 1990, directs EPA to set standards requiring major sources to sharply reduce routine emissions of toxic pollutants. EPA is required to establish and phase in specific performance based standards for all air emission sources that emit one or more of the listed pollutants. Cadmium fluoborate is included on this list.

The major hazards encountered in the use and handling of cadmium fluoborate stem from its toxicologic properties. Toxic primarily by ingestion and inhalation, exposure to this odorless, colorless fluid may occur from its use in electroplating. Effects from exposure may include irritation to the skin and eyes, renal damage, and respiratory damage (including emphysema and chronic bronchitis) from aerosolized material. In activities where exposure is possible, workers should wear a self-contained breathing apparatus. Protective clothing also should be worn, including eye, face, and hand protection. All such clothing should be removed before leaving work. If contact should occur, immediately wash contaminated skin with large amounts of water. Do not eat, smoke, or drink in work areas. While cadmium fluoborate is not considered to be flammable, fires involving the substance may produce toxic hydrogen fluoride and cadmium oxide fumes. Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus when fighting such fires. Cadmium fluoborate should be stored in cool, well-ventilated areas, out of direct rays of the sun, and away from fire hazards. Before implementing land disposal of waste cadmium fluoborate, consult environmental regulatory agencies for guidance.

D006; A waste containing cadmium may or may not be characterized as a hazardous waste following testing by the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure as prescribed by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations. /Cadmium/

D006; A solid waste containing cadmium may or may not become characterized as a hazardous waste when subjected to the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure listed in 40 CFR 261.24, and if so characterized, must be managed as a hazardous waste. /Cadmium/

highly toxic

Ingestion produces severe toxic symptoms; both kidney and liver injuries may occur; may be fatal. Contact with eyes or skin causes irritation. (USCG, 1999)

INHALATION: remove patient to fresh air; seek medical attention. 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. EYES: flush with plenty of water and get medical attention. SKIN: flush with plenty of water. (USCG, 1999)

Immediate first aid: Ensure that adequate decontamination has been carried out. If patient is not breathing, start artificial respiration, preferably with a demand-valve resuscitator, bag-valve-mask device, or pocket mask, as trained. Perform CPR as necessary. Immediately flush contaminated eyes with gently flowing water. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration. Keep patient quiet and maintain normal body temperature. Obtain medical attention. /Cadmium and Related Compounds/|Basic treatment: Establish a patent airway (oropharyngeal or nasopharyngeal airway, if needed). Suction if necessary. Watch for signs of respiratory insufficiency and assist ventilations if necessary. Administer oxygen by nonrebreather mask at 10 to 15 L/min. Monitor for pulmonary edema and treat if necessary ... . Anticipate seizures and treat if necessary ... . For eye contamination, flush eyes immediately with water. Irrigate each eye continuously with 0.9% saline (NS) during transport ... . Do not use emetics. For ingestion, rinse mouth and administer 5 ml/kg up to 200 ml of water for dilution if the patient can swallow, has a strong gag reflex, and does not drool. Administer activated charcoal ... . /Cadmium and Related Compounds/|Advanced treatment: Consider orotracheal or nasotracheal intubation for airway control in the patient who is unconscious, has severe pulmonary edema, or is in severe respiratory distress. Positive-pressure ventilation techniques with a bag valve mask device may be beneficial. Consider drug therapy for pulmonary edema ... . Monitor cardiac rhythm and treat arrhythmias if necessary ... . Start IV administration of D5W /SRP: "To keep open", minimal flow rate/. Use 0.9% saline (NS) or lactated Ringer's (LR) if signs of hypovolemia are present. For hypotension with signs of hypovolemia, administer fluid cautiously. Watch for signs of fluid overload ... .... . Treat seizures with diazepam or lorazepam ... . Use proparacaine hydrochloride to assist eye irrigation ... . /Cadmium and Related Compounds/

GRADES OR PURITY: COMMERCIAL, 50% SOLN IN WATER.

Miscellaneous manufacturing|Borate(1-), tetrafluoro-, cadmium (2:1): ACTIVE|CONVENTIONAL METHODS OF DEHYDRATION RESULTS IN PARTIAL HYDROLYSIS OF FLUOBORATE ION & LOSS OF VOLATILE ACIDIC COMPONENTS. IT IS MORE CONVENIENT & ECONOMICAL TO SUPPLY 40-50% AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS.