Boric Acid

CAS Number: 10043-35-3 Molecular Formula: H3BO3 Molecular Weight: 61.83 Boric Acid - USP/NF WC Code: 02-011-001   Sales Specification Assay: 99.5- 100.5% Heavy metals (expressed as Pb) ppm: <20 Loss on drying %: <0.5 Solubility in alcohol: Completely dissolves Solubility in water: Clear solution   Packing In 55.12 Lbs Carton; 24 cartons / pallet  Boric Acid Granular - Technical Grade WC Code: 02-011-002     Sales Specification H3BO3: 99.6% Min B2O3: 56.2% Min Cl: 0.04% Max SO4: 0.04% Max Fe203: 0.001% Max   Packing In 25 Kg bag, 42 bags / pallet Applications The main use of boric acid is to make borate salts such as borax and other boron compounds. Boric acid is also used in heat resistant glass, in fireproofing fabrics, in electroplating baths, in leather manufacturing, porcelain enamels and in hardening steels. Boric acid has antiseptic and antiviral activity. Aqueous solutions have been used as mouthwashes, eye-drops, skin lotions and cosmetics. Boric acid and its salts are components of many commercial insecticides and wood preservatives.