Product Identification

Product Name

3-Nitrobenzyl bromide

Synonyms

1-(Bromomethyl)-3-nitrobenzene
1-Bromomethyl-3-nitrobenzene
3-(Bromomethyl)nitrobenzene
m-(Bromomethyl)nitrobenzene
m-Nitro-a-bromotoluene
m-Nitrobenzyl bromide

CAS

3958-57-4

Formula

C7H6BrNO2

Molecular Weight

216.03

EINECS

223-557-3

Beilstein/Gmelin

742795

Beilstein Reference

4-05-00-00860

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Off-white to tan crystalline powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

59 - 60

Boiling Point

115 - 118 (0.8 torr)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or 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. Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated 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. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water. Keep containers tightly closed.

Handling

Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Keep container tightly closed. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not ingest or inhale. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse. Discard contaminated shoes.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.

Ingestion

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 34 36

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.

Exposure Effects

Effects may be delayed.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Containers may explode when heated. Combustible material; may burn but does not ignite readily. Water hydrolyzes material liberating acidic gas which in contact with metal surfaces can generate flammable and/or explosive hydrogen gas. Extinguishing media: Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. DO NOT USE WATER! In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder 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. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents, bases, alcohols, amines, steel, moisture.

Stability

Stable, however may violently decompose at temperatures above 125 C.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide, nitrogen, chloride fumes.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III