Elemental Boron
| Brand Name | Trona® Elemental Boron |
| Chemical Names | Elemental boron |
| Other Names | Amorphous boron |
| Manufacture Location | Henderson, Nevada USA |
| CAS Number | 7440-42-8 |
| Formula | B |
| Molecular Weight | 10.81 |
| Appearance | Fine dark brown powder |
| B Isotopes | Ratio as occuring in nature |
| Specifications | Meets or exceeds the requirements of Specifications OS 11608 and Mil-B-51092 |
| Element | Percent Weight
(typical) |
Percent Weight
(specification) |
|---|---|---|
| Boron (net as B) | 90 - 91 | 89.5 - 92.0 |
| Water soluble Boron | 0.4 - 0.5 | 0.52 (max) |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 4.0 - 4.5 | 5 (max) |
| Insoluble in H2O2 | 0.15 - 0.30 | 1.0 (max) |
| Moisture | 0.05 - 0.30 | 0.5 (max) |
The remaining major impurity is oxygen in solid solution with the Boron.
| Property | Value
(typical) |
Value
(specification) |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Area (N2 BET) | 15 - 25 m2/g | n/a |
| Average Particle Size* | 0.6 - 0.8 Microns | 1.0 Microns (max) |
* By Fischer sub-sieve analyzer. Size specifications based on light-scattering fine particles must be negotiated.
Packaging
Elemental boron is packaged in 1-pound (1⁄2-gallon steel) cans, 5-pound (2-gallon plastic) pails, 25-pound (8-gallon steel) drums and 100-pound (30-gallon steel) drums. Polyethylene liners are used in all containers.
Handling
Information concerning the handling and use of this product is provided in material safety data sheet (MSDS) B-5026.
The MSDS must be fully read and understood prior to any exposure, handling or use of the product.
The information herein is believed to be reliable. However, chemical and physical properties presented should be considered typical and not construed as specifications unless duly represented as such. No warranty, express or implied, is made as to its accuracy or completeness and none is made as to the merchantability of the material or its fitness for any purpose. The manufacturer shall not be liable for consequential damages to persons or property resulting from its use. Nothing herein shall be construed as a recommendation for use in violation of any patent.