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1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE
COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product identifiers
Product name : 2-Bromobenzoic acid
CAS-No. : 88-65-3
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses
advised against
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]
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
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Label elements Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
[CLP]
Pictogram
Signal word Warning
Hazard statement(s)
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)
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
2-Bromobenzoic acid
CAS-No.
EC-No.
88-65-3
201-848-6
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 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
Precautions for fire-fighters 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 fireprotection.
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 impervious clothing, 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
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: crystalline Colour: beige
b) Odour no data available
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting/freezing point Melting point/range: 147 - 150 °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 > 1 hPa at 20 °C
l) Vapour density no data available
m) Relative density no data available
n) Water solubility ca.1,8 g/l at 20 °C
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
Bulk density 0,50 g/l
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 no data available
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 May be 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: DG4448035
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity no data available
Persistence and degradability no data available
Bioaccumulative potential no data available
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: -
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 users
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
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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
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