Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Bromoacetonitrile(590-17-0)

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Product Identification

Product Name
Bromoacetonitrile
Synonyms
2-Bromoacetonitrile
Bromoacetonitrile
Bromomethyl cyanide
Cyanomethyl bromide
CAS
590-17-0
Formula
C2H2BrN
Molecular Weight
119.96
EINECS
209-672-1
RTECS
AL7970000
RTECS Class
Mutagen
Beilstein/Gmelin
956569
Beilstein Reference
4-02-00-00531

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Pale yellow to light amber liquid.
Solubility in water
Soluble
Melting Point
-36
Boiling Point
150
Density
1.771 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient
.82
Refractive Index
1.48 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
Handling
Use only in a well ventilated area. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Poison by ingestion. May cause headache. May cause nausea and vomiting.
Inhalation
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Toxic if inhaled.
Skin
Causes skin irritation. Toxic in contact with skin.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator.
Hazards
Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.
EC Risk Phrase
R 23/24/25 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
3279

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
110
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Fire Potential
This chemical is probably combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Incompatibilities
Strong acids - strong bases - strong oxidizing agents - strong reducing agents.
Decomposition
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Combustion Products
Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
3279
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
I; II
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