Inoxia Chemical Supplies

Boric acid is quite often added to mixtures containing aluminium to act as a buffer to stop the alkali reaction accelerating. It is especially important to include boric acid when the composition contains barium nitrate or if it is being made up into a paste with water.
Boric acid is also a popular liquid flame colourant, if dissolved in methanol, or meths, it will give an excellent green flame.

Colour: White
Odour: Odourless
Solvent: Water
Formula: H₂BO₃
Melting Point: 171ºC
Boiling Point: Decomposes at 300ºC

Danger
May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
General: Read label before use. Keep out of reach of children. If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.
Prevention: Obtain special instructions before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Response: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
Storage: Store locked up.
Disposal: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with Environmental Protection and Hazardous Waste Regulations.