Functional Roles
Industries Served
Physical Properties
physical_description
Solid; [Merck Index] Insoluble; [MSDSonline] Crystallizes into 3 forms: alpha (white and hexagonal), beta (high-pressure cubic), and gamma (high-pressure wurtzite structure); [Ullmann]
GHS / SDS Safety
Warning
Irritant
- H335 (10.8%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
- H319 (11.7%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
Chemical Identity
| CAS Number | 10043-11-5 |
| IUPAC Name | azanylidyneborane |
| InChI Key | PZNSFCLAULLKQX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| PubChem CID | 66227 |
| INCI Name | BORON NITRIDE |
Synonyms & Trade Names
Full Description
Boron Nitride (CAS 10043-11-5) is a specialty additive compound with molecular formula BN that functions as a filling/extending agent and lubricant in industrial formulations. This material serves critical roles in Beauty & Personal Care applications and Industrial Manufacturing processes where its unique properties provide effective lubrication and filler performance. BN is classified under GHS with a Warning signal word and irritant pictogram designation.