About Di Sodium Octaborate
Product Name: Disodium Octaborate Tetrahydrate (DOT)
CAS Number: 12280-03-4
Molecular Formula: NaBO4HO
Appearance: White, odorless crystalline powder
Specifications
| Property |
Value |
| Boron Content (B) |
21.3% |
| Boric Oxide (BO) |
68.6% |
| Sodium Oxide (NaO) |
14.015.0% |
| Purity |
98.0% |
| Solubility in Water |
4.5% at 10C; 27.4% at 40C |
| pH (1% Solution, 20C) |
8.5 |
| Density |
1.87 g/cm at 22C |
| Melting Point |
Decomposes upon heating; no defined melting point |
| Moisture Content |
1.3% |
| Heavy Metals |
Lead (Pb): 2 ppm; Arsenic (As): 2.9 ppm; Cadmium (Cd): 0.3 ppm; Mercury (Hg): <3 ppm |
Applications
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Agriculture: Acts as a foliar boron fertilizer to correct boron deficiencies in crops like tomatoes, pistachios, and cotton. Enhances root development, flowering, and fruit set.
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Pest Control: Used in wood preservation to protect against termites, carpenter ants, and fungi.
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Industrial: Serves as a flux in glass and ceramic manufacturing, improving melting performance and product quality.
Safety & Handling
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Toxicity: Low acute toxicity; however, classified as a reproductive toxin (EU Category 1B).
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Precautions: Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and goggles during handling.
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Storage: Store in a dry, cool place away from acids and oxidizing agents.
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