NILE CHEMICALS

4-BROMO BENZOIC ACID

1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING

Product identifiers

Product name : 4-Bromobenzoic acid

CAS-No. : 586-76-5

Identified uses : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

 

2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP]

Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)

Skin irritation (Category 2)

Eye irritation (Category 2)

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)

Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC

Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Label elements Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP]

Pictogram

Signal word Warning

Hazard statement(s)

H302 Harmful if swallowed.

H315 Causes skin irritation.

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statement(s)

P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.

P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove

contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Supplemental Hazard Statements none

According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended.

Hazard symbol(s)

R-phrase(s)

R22 Harmful if swallowed.

R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

S-phrase(s)

S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and

seek medical advice.

S36 Wear suitable protective clothing.

Other hazards - none

 

3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Substances

Formula : C7H5BrO2

Molecular Weight : 201,02 g/mol

Component Concentration

4-Bromobenzoic acid

CAS-No.  586-76-5  EC-No. 209-581-7

 

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Description of first aid measures

General advice Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed no data available

 

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture Carbon oxides, Hydrogen bromide gas

Advice for firefighters Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.

Further information no data available

 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.

Environmental precautions

Do not let product enter drains.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed

containers for disposal.

Reference to other sections

For disposal see section 13.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Precautions for safe handling Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.

Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

Specific end uses no data available

 

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Control parameters

Components with workplace control parameters

Exposure controls

Appropriate engineering controls Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

Personal protective equipment Eye/face protection Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and

approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique

(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of

contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices.

Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Body Protection Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected

according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Respiratory protection For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher

level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use

respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as

NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

 

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Information on basic physical and chemical properties

a) Appearance Form: powder Colour: beige

b) Odour no data available

c) Odour Threshold no data available

d) pH no data available

e) Melting point/freezing point Melting point/range: 252 - 254 °C - lit.

f) Initial boiling point and boiling range no data available

g) Flash point no data available

h) Evaporation rate no data available

i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available

j) Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits no data available

k) Vapour pressure no data available

l) Vapour density no data available

m) Relative density no data available

n) Water solubility no data available

o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/ water no data available

p) Autoignition temperature no data available

q) Decomposition temperature no data available

r) Viscosity no data available

s) Explosive properties no data available

t) Oxidizing properties no data available

Other safety information

no data available

 

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

 Reactivity no data available

Chemical stability no data available

Possibility of hazardous reactions no data available

Conditions to avoid no data available

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents

Hazardous decomposition products Other decomposition products - no data available

 

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Oral - mouse - 1.059 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation no data available

Serious eye damage/eye irritation no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity no data available

Carcinogenicity IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as

probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.

Reproductive toxicity no data available

Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation.

Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure no data available

Aspiration hazard no data available

Potential health effects

Inhalation May be harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Ingestion Harmful if swallowed.

Skin May be harmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation.

Eyes Causes serious eye irritation.

Signs and Symptoms of Exposure

To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.

Additional Information

RTECS: DG4448050

 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity no data available

Persistence and degradability

Bioaccumulative potential  Bioaccumulation Leuciscus idus melanotus - 3 d -50 μg/l Bioconcentration factor (BCF): < 10

Mobility in soil no data available

Results of PBT and vPvB assessment no data available

Other adverse effects no data available

 

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste treatment methods Product

Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a  combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.

Contaminated packaging

Dispose of as unused product.

 

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN number

ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -

14.2 UN proper shipping name

ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods

IMDG: Not dangerous goods

IATA: Not dangerous goods

Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -

Packaging group

ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -

 Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no

Special precautions for user

no data available

 

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.

Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

no data available

Chemical Safety Assessment

no data available

16. Other Information

Disclaimer: Nile Chemicals. provides the information contained herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product. Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. NILE CHEMICALS. MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION SET FORTH HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. ACCORDINGLY, NILE CHEMICALS. WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES RESULTING FROM USE OF OR RELIANCE UPON THIS INFORMATION.
 

 

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