Product Identification

Product Name

DL-2-Bromopropionic

Synonyms

(RS)-2-Bromopropionic acid
2-Bromopropionic acid
a-Bromopropionic acid
DL-2-Bromopropionic acid

CAS

598-72-1

Formula

C3H5BrO2

Molecular Weight

152.97999999999999

EINECS

209-947-6

RTECS

UA2451715

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

605451

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00761

EC Class

harmful, corrosive

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

After melting, clear colorless - yellow liquid. Pungent odor.

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

25

Boiling Point

203

Density

1.7193 g/cm3 (4 C)

pKa/pKb

3.00 (pKa)

Refractive Index

1.48 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting and seek IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ADVICE. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.

Handling

Do not get on skin and clothing. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.

Inhalation

Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

Skin

Causes skin burns.

Eyes

Causes eye burns.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22 35

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

1759

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

100

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Do NOT use alcohol foams. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.

Fire Potential

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

4

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, strong acids, bases, aluminum, magnesium.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide, bromine.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1759

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2915 90 80