Product Identification

Product Name

2-Bromo-1-ethanol

Synonyms

1-Bromo-2-ethanol
1-Bromo-2-hydroxyethane
2-Bromoethyl alcohol
2-Hydroxyethyl bromide
Ethylene bromohydrin
Glycol bromohydrin

CAS

540-51-2

Formula

C2H5BrO

Molecular Weight

124.96

EINECS

208-748-1

RTECS

KJ8225000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Mutagen

Merck

13,3826

Beilstein/Gmelin

878140

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-01385

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless to dark brown liquid.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

-80

Boiling Point

149

Vapor Pressure

3 (25 C)

Density

1.7988 g/cm3 (0 C)

pKa/pKb

13.82 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

.23

Heat Of Vaporization

43.5 kJ/mol

Vapor Density

>1

Refractive Index

1.49361 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

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

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

Skin

Get medical aid. 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 tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May be fatal if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.

EC Risk Phrase

R 26/27/28 34 40

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 28 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

2929

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

Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

40

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential

This compound is combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Provide ventilation.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong acids - strong oxidizing agents - acid chlorides - strong reducing agents - acid anhydrides.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide, bromine.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2929

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II