International Chemical Safety Cards

BENZYL BROMIDE ICSC: 1225
BENZYL BROMIDE
a-Bromotoluene
Bromophenylmethane
C7H7Br
Molecular mass: 171.0
CAS # 100-39-0
RTECS # XS7965000
ICSC # 1225
UN # 1737
EC # 602-057-00-2
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 79°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 79°C use a closed system, ventilation.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!

INHALATION Cough. Sore throat.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Redness. Pain.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness. Pain. Lacrimation.
Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Burning sensation. Cough.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Xi symbol
R: 36/37/38
S: (2-)39
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Subsidiary Risks: 8
UN Packing Group: II
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ICSC: 1225 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS TO YELLOW LIQUID , WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On combustion, forms toxic fumes including hydrogen bromide. The substance decomposes slowly on contact with water or metals producing hydrogen bromide. Reacts violently with bases and strong oxidants. Attacks many metals, especially in the presence of moisture.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates severely the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system in large amounts.


PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 198-199°C
Melting point: -4.0°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.4
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 32.2°C: 133		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.8
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.0
Flash point: 79°C c.c.
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.92
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
N O T E S
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G06b
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 1225 BENZYL BROMIDE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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