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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3-Bromobenzyl cyanide(31938-07-5)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
3-Bromobenzyl cyanide
Synonyms
(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile
3-Bromophenylacetonitrile
CAS
31938-07-5
Formula
C8H6BrN
Molecular Weight
196.05
EINECS
250-867-6
Beilstein/Gmelin
2355439
Beilstein Reference
3-09-00-02275

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White solid or colorless liquid.
Solubility in water
Slightly soluble
Melting Point
27-28
Boiling Point
286
Vapor Pressure
0.003 (25 C)
Partition Coefficient
2.2
Heat Of Vaporization
52.5 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

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

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled. May cause cyanosis, characterized by bluish-colored skin. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
Skin
Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator.
Hazards
Containers may explode when heated.
EC Risk Phrase
R 20/21/22 36/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39
UN (DOT)
1694

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
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
125
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
May burn but not readily ignited.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
Decomposition
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Combustion Products
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Transport Information

UN Number
1694
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
I
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