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Bromoacetic Acid

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Bromoacetic Acid
Product Code
B0531

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Identified Uses

Use as laboratory reagent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

TCI America

manufacturer

9211 N. Harborgate Street Portland, OR 97203 U.S.A.

+1-800-4238616/+1-503-2831681

Emergency Contacts

TCI America

+1-503-2867624

8:00am - 5:00pm PST

Chemtrec

+1-800-4249300

24-Hour

Chemtrec

+1-703-5273887

24-Hour

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Met. Corr. Cat. 1
Acute Tox. Cat. 2
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B
Eye Dam. Cat. 1
Muta. Cat. 2
Aquatic Acute Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H290 May be corrosive to metals.
H300 + H310 + H330 H300 + H310 + H330 Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P234 Keep only in original container.
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapors/ spray.
P262 Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P284 Wear respiratory protection.
P301 + P310 P301 + P310 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor. Rinse mouth.
P301 + P330 + P331 P301 + P330 + P331 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
P303 + P361 + P353 P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
P304 + P340 P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P305 + P351 + P338 P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P308 + P313 P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P390 Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
P391 Collect spillage.
P403 + P233 P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P406 Store in corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
P302 + P350 + P310 IF ON SKIN: Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Bromoacetic Acid 79-08-3 90 - 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

Skin contact

Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. If on skin, rinse well with water. Get medical advice/ attention.

Eye contact

Rinse with plenty of water. If easy to do, remove contact lens, if worn. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

Ingestion

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician. Rinse mouth.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Dry powder, Foam, Water spray, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Specific hazards

No information available.

Instructions

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Remove undamaged containers from fire area if it is safe to do so.

Firefighter Protection

Use personal protective equipment.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear suitable protective equipment. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Entry to non-involved personnel should be controlled around the leakage area by roping off, etc.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal

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Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear personal protective equipment. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Keep only in original packaging.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool and shaded area. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture. Keep under inert gas. Store locked up.

Hygiene

Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Install a closed system or local exhaust. Also install safety shower and eye bath.

Hands

Impervious gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses, Safety goggles, Face-shield

Respiratory

Dustproof gas mask, Self-contained breathing apparatus

Skin/Body

Impervious protective clothing

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Language Code
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Physical State
Solid form
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Solid form
Colour
white - yellow
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
---
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
115 °F / 46 °C
Boiling Point
406 °F / 208 °C
Flash Point
---
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
---
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
6.05
Bulk Density
---
Density
---
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
soluble
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
138.95 g/mol
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
Corrosive to metals
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

Avoid

Exposure to air. Exposure to moisture.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide (CO2), hydrogen bromide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

Ecotoxicity

Ecotoxicology Assessment Acute aquatic toxicity : Very toxic to aquatic life.

Persistence and degradability

Persistence and degradability

Bioaccumulative potential

No data available

Mobility in soil

No data available

Other adverse effects

Ozone-Depletion Potential : Regulation: 40 CFR Protection of Environment; Part 82 Protection of Stratospheric Ozone - CAA Section 602 Class I Substances
13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Entrust disposal to a licensed waste disposal company.

Disposal

Disposal in accordance with local and national regulations.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN3425
Shipping Name
Bromoacetic acid, solid
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Bromoacetic Acid?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Bromoacetic Acid?

Bromoacetic Acid is a solid form appearing as solid form with white - yellow color.

What is the solubility of Bromoacetic Acid?

soluble

What is Bromoacetic Acid used for?

Use as laboratory reagent

What are the hazard statements for Bromoacetic Acid?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H290: May be corrosive to metals.
  • H300 + H310 + H330: H300 + H310 + H330 Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
  • H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
  • H400: Very toxic to aquatic life.

What is the melting point of Bromoacetic Acid?

The melting point is 115 °F / 46 °C and the boiling point is 406 °F / 208 °C.