Name | BORON SILICIDE |
Synonyms | SILICON BORIDE BORON SILICIDE hexaboron silicide SILICON HEXABORIDE boronsilicide(b6si) SILICON HEXABORIDE -325 MESH |
CAS | 12008-29-6 |
EINECS | 234-535-8 |
Molecular Formula | B6Si |
Molar Mass | 92.95 |
Density | 2.470 |
Melting Point | 2540℃ [KIR78] |
Water Solubility | Insoluble in water. |
Appearance | Powder |
Specific Gravity | 2.430 |
Storage Condition | Room Temprature |
Sensitive | 4: no reaction with water under neutral conditions |
Hazard Symbols | Xi - Irritant |
Risk Codes | 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
TSCA | No |
EPA chemical substance information | information provided by: ofmpeb.epa.gov (external link) |
production method | a mixture of boron and silicon can be directly heated to remove excess silicon with HF and hno3, the B3Si in the mixture was decomposed by molten KOH. |