Boric Acid

CAS Number: 10043-35-3

SERIOUS
health hazard

MODERATE
health hazard

FEW OR NO
health hazards

0 79

80 89

90 100

Sources of exposure:

Personal care

Cleaning products and household care

Industrial uses

Pesticide products, home goods

Description:

Boric acid is an inorganic boron compound. It is used in a wide range of applications, including as an antiseptic, fungicide, insecticide, and fireproofing agent, and in the manufacture of glass and ceramics. It may also be found in some cleaning products and certain personal care formulations.

Health concerns:

Reproductive Toxicity

May alter hormone function and harm reproduction.

Developmental Toxicity

May impact fetal development and birth outcomes.

Genotoxicity

May cause mutations or damage DNA in cells.

Ecotoxicity

May be toxic to ecosystems and wildlife.

Banned/restricted lists:

REACH Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) European Commission Annex II prohibited substances. Government of Canada. List of Ingredients that are Restricted for Use in Cosmetic Products.

References

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