Analysis

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS#	Chemical Name	Percent	EINECS/ELINCS
506-96-7	Acetyl bromide	98	208-061-7

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

Appearance: colorless or yellow fuming liquid. Flash Point: 75 deg C.
Danger! Causes severe eye and skin burns. Causes digestive and respiratory tract burns. Reacts violently with water. Combustible liquid and vapor. Material hydrolyzes in contact with moisture/water releasing toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen bromide and aqueous hydrobromic acid. Product evolves acetic acid when exposed to water or humid air.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, mucous membranes.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes severe eye burns. May result in corneal injury. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears).
Skin: Contact with liquid is corrosive and causes severe burns and ulceration.
Ingestion: May be fatal if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract and possible burns.
Inhalation: Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause burns to the respiratory tract.
Chronic: Chronic exposure to acetic acid may cause erosion of dental enamel, bronchitis, eye irritation, darkening of the skin, and chronic inflammation of the respiratory tract. Acetic acid can cause occupational asthma. One case of a delayed asthmatic response to glacial acetic acid has been reported in a person with bronchial asthma. Skin sensitization to acetic acid is rare, but has occurred. Repeated oral intake of bromides (>9 mg/kg/day) may affect the central nervous system. Warning symptoms include mental dullness, slurred speech, weakened memory, apathy, anorexia, constipation, drowsiness and loss of sensitivity to touch and pain.

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. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
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. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
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. Combustible liquid and vapor. Use of water will produce irritating and toxic vapors of hydrogen bromide. Hydrobromic acid solutions react with most metals, forming flammable hydrogen gas.
Extinguishing Media: Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical. Do NOT get water inside containers.
Flash Point: 75 deg C ( 167.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 3; Flammability: 2; Instability: 2; Special Hazard: -W-

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. Provide ventilation. Do not get water on spilled substances or inside containers. Use only non-sparking tools and equipment.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage

Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Do not allow water to get into the container because of violent reaction. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Keep away from heat and flame. Product evolves acetic acid when exposed to water or humid air.
Storage: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water.

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 ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits

Chemical Name	ACGIH	NIOSH	OSHA - Final PELs
Acetyl bromide	none listed	none listed	none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Acetyl bromide: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles and face shield.
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: colorless or yellow fuming
Odor: Pungent odor.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 75-77 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:-96 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Reacts.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.66
Molecular Formula:C2H3BrO
Molecular Weight:122.95

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Reacts violently with water to yield hydrogen bromide.
Conditions to Avoid: Ignition sources, contact with water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Water, alcohols.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information

RTECS#:      
CAS# 506-96-7: AO5955000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Oral, rat: LD50 = < 50 mg/kg (Eastman Kodak); Dermal, guinea pig: LD50 = 0.1-1.0 cc/kg (Eastman Kodak).
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 506-96-7: 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

No information available.

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:	ACETYL BROMIDE	ACETYL BROMIDE
Hazard Class:	8	8
UN Number:	UN1716	UN1716
Packing Group:	II	II

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL

TSCA
     CAS# 506-96-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     CAS# 506-96-7: Effective 6/1/87, Sunset 12/19/95
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# 506-96-7: 5000 lb final RQ; 2270 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 506-96-7: immediate, reactive.
Section 313      No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
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# 506-96-7 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:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 506-96-7 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, 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:
     C
Risk Phrases:
     R 14 Reacts violently with water.
     R 34 Causes burns.

Safety Phrases:
     S 25 Avoid contact with eyes.
     S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face pr
     otection.
     S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
     immediately (show the label where possible).
     S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
     CAS# 506-96-7: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 506-96-7 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of E, F, B3.
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# 506-96-7 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 5/14/1998
Revision #5 Date: 9/14/2006

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