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2,4,6-Tribromophenol

CAS 118-79-6
EC 204-278-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
2,4,6-Tribromophenol
Product Code
L02697

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
118-79-6 Check regulations →
EC Number
204-278-6 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H332
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H332 Harmful if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/...
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
2,4,6-Tribromophenol 118-79-6 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Medical Treatment

No further relevant information available.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Use carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or foam. Water may be ineffective but may be used for cooling exposed containers.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide Hydrogen bromide (HBr)

Instructions

Water may be ineffective but may be used for cooling exposed containers.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Metal Corrosion
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Form
---
Appearance
Crystalline powder
Boiling Point
282-290 °C (540-554 °F)
Colour
Off-white
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Freezing Point
---
Ph
Not applicable.
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Relative Density
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Melting Point
86-92 °C (187-198 °F)
Physical State
Crystalline powder
Solubility In Water
0.07 g/l
Physical State Data
solid
Flash Point
Not applicable
Bulk Density
---
Molecular Weight
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Cloud Point
---
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Solidification Point
---
Flammability
Not determined.
Odor
Not determined
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Solubility In Fat
---
Softening Point
---
Solubility
---
Properties Status
---
Voc Content
---
Explosive Limits
---
Density
2.55 g/cm³ (21.28 lbs/gal)
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Hydrogen bromide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

Disposal

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN3077
Shipping Name
Environmentally hazardous substances, solid, n.o.s. (2,4,6-Tribromophenol)
Transport Class
9
Packing Group
III
IMDG

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

IATA

Warning: Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 2,4,6-Tribromophenol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 2,4,6-Tribromophenol?

2,4,6-Tribromophenol is a crystalline powder appearing as crystalline powder with off-white color. It has not determined odor.

What is 2,4,6-Tribromophenol used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for 2,4,6-Tribromophenol?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of 2,4,6-Tribromophenol?

The melting point is 86-92 °C (187-198 °F) and the boiling point is 282-290 °C (540-554 °F).