Amorphous boron
Technical Data Sheet
Chemical formula: B
Chemical name: Amorphous boron
Appearance: Brown powder
HS code: 28045010. The product is under export control. Please contact us for more details.
Available grades: A, B, C
Packing: 25 kg carton drums with polyethylene inlet
Typical Values
Product Type | Description | Average particle size, d50 μm | Specific Surface Area (BET) m²/g
|
|---|---|---|---|
Grade A | Min. 95% Boron, Mg max. 0.8% | 1.0 – 2.0 | > 10 |
Grade B | Min. 90% Boron, Mg max. 6.0% | 1.5 – 3.0 | > 18 |
Grade C | Min. 86% Boron, Mg max. 12.0% | 1.0 – 4.0 | > 5 |
Typical Applications
- Automotive (igniter in airbags and belt tighteners)
- Additive in pyrotechnic mixtures (flares, igniters and delay compositions)
- Additive in solid rocket propellant fuels and explosives
- Preparation of refractory metal borides
- Sintering additive for SiC advanced ceramics
- Neutron shielding in nuclear technology
Storage & safety
Storage and handling are subject to the rules in the country of use. Store in a closed container in dry conditions. Minimum shelf life 12 months if stored in original packaging and appropriate conditions.
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