BORON TRICHLORIDE BCl3
General Characteristics
A colorless, corrosive, and liquefied gas which is broken down by water to hydrogen chloride and boric acid. Penetrating odor. Forms white smoke in humid air.
Health Hazards
Toxic. Attacks eyes and the mucous membranes.
Can cause lung damage.
Technical Information
Molecular Weight
117.17
Specific Volume
3.3CF/lb
Fire Potential
Nonflammable
TLV-TWA
None established
CGA Valve
660
LB
180
Dot Name
Boron Trichloride
UN No.
UN1741
Dot Class
2.3
Dot Label
Poison Gas, Corrosive
Cas Registry
10294-35-1
Cylinder Pressure @ 70&degF
4.4 psig