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Boron oxide, 97.5% min, typically 98.5%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
It is used as a flux, an acid catalyst and a chemical intermediate in production of boron halides, esters, carbide, nitride, and metallic borides. Boron oxide has shown a promising effect on glycerol hydrogenolysis to 1,2-propanediol. It is also an essential material for the preparation of cordierite ceramics from Talc.
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Specifications
Boiling Point | 1860°C |
Melting Point | ∽450°C |
Quantity | 10 kg |
Assay Percent Range | 97.5% min., typically 98.5% |
Solubility Information | Slightly soluble in water and methanol. |
IUPAC Name | oxo[(oxoboranyl)oxy]borane |
Formula Weight | 69.62 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Density | 2.46 |
Chemical Name or Material | Boron oxide |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H360FD |
Precautionary Statement | P201-P202-P281-P308+P313-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 215-125-8 |
RTECSNumber | ED7900000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen |
RUO – Research Use Only
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