Material Safety Data Sheet
Bromine

ACC# 12625
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Bromine
Catalog Numbers: AC388400000
Synonyms:

Company Identification:

              Acros Organics N.V.
              One Reagent Lane
              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS
64-19-7 Acetic acid 85% 200-580-7
7726-95-6 Bromine 15% 231-778-1

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Not available. Appearance: pale yellow liquid. Flash Point: 40 deg C.
Not available.
Target Organs: Respiratory system, gastrointestinal system, eyes, skin.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye burns.
Skin: Causes skin burns.
Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation: May be fatal if inhaled. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Chronic: Not available.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures


Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid imme diately.
Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures


General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Flash Point: 40 deg C ( 104.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: 3 - health, 2 - flammability, 0 - instability

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures


General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage


Handling: Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection


Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to acceptable levels.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Acetic acid 10 ppm TWA; 15 ppm STEL 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA 50 ppm IDLH 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA
Bromine 0.1 ppm TWA; 0.2 ppm STEL 0.1 ppm TWA; 0.7 mg/m3 TWA 3 ppm IDLH 0.1 ppm TWA; 0.7 mg/m3 TWA

OSHA Vacated PELs: Acetic acid: 10 ppm TWA; 25 mg/m3 TWA Bromine: 0.1 ppm TWA; 0.7 mg/m3 TWA
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
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 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: pale yellow
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:Br2
Molecular Weight:159.82

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Hygroscopic: absorbs moisture or water from the air.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, ignition sources, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Sterk oxyderend middel, sterk zuur.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported

Section 11 - Toxicological Information


RTECS#:      
CAS# 64-19-7: AF1225000      
CAS# 7726-95-6: EF9100000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 64-19-7:
     Draize test, rabbit, skin: 50 mg/24H Mild;
     Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 5620 ppm/1H;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 3310 mg/kg;
     Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 1060 uL/kg;
.

CAS# 7726-95-6:
     Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 750 ppm/9M;
     Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 2900 mg/m3;
     Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 2700 mg/m3;
     Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 2700 mg/m3;
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3100 mg/kg;
     Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 2500 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 1700 mg/kg;
.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 64-19-7: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7726-95-6: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

Epidemiology: No data available.
Teratogenicity: No data available.
Reproductive Effects: No data available.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Neurotoxicity: No data available.
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information


Ecotoxicity: No data available. No information available.
Environmental: No information available.
Physical: No information available.
Other: Do not empty into drains.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT Canada TDG
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.* No information available.
Hazard Class: 8
UN Number: UN2922
Packing Group: I

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 7726-95-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     CAS# 64-19-7: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     CAS# 7726-95-6: 500 lb TPQ
SARA Codes
     CAS # 64-19-7: immediate, delayed, fire.
     CAS # 7726-95-6: immediate, fire.
Section 313
     This material contains Bromine (CAS# 7726-95-6, 15%),which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
     This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 64-19-7 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     CAS# 7726-95-6 is considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 64-19-7 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
     CAS# 7726-95-6 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.

California Prop 65

California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed.

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     T+
Risk Phrases:

     R 10 Flammable.
     R 26 Very toxic by inhalation.
     R 35 Causes severe burns.

Safety Phrases:

     S 23 Do not inhale gas/fumes/vapour/spray.
     S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
     water and seek medical advice.
     S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
     immediately (show the label where possible).
     S 7/8 Keep container tightly closed and dry.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

     CAS# 64-19-7: 1
     CAS# 7726-95-6: 3
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
     CAS# 7726-95-6 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
     CAS# 64-19-7 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
     CAS# 7726-95-6 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 1/19/2006
Revision #0 Date: Original.

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