БРОМАТ

Определение

The anion, Br O 3 , of bromic acid.

Общее описание

Colorless to light colored solid. Slightly soluble in water and denser than water. Contact may cause irritation to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. May be toxic by ingestion. Used to make other chemicals.

Реакции воздуха и воды

Slightly soluble in water.

Профиль реактивности

INORGANIC BROMATES are oxidizing agents. May cause ignition in contact with organic materials. A combination of finely divided aluminum with finely divided metal bromates can explode by heat, percussion, or friction [Mellor 2:310 1946-47].

Опасность

Toxic; flammable; neurotoxic; likely to pro- duce cancer.

Угроза здоровью

Toxic by ingestion. Inhalation of dust is toxic. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Contact with substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.

Пожароопасность

These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire. May explode from heat or contamination. Some may burn rapidly. Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.