Product Identification

Product Name

Tribromobenzene

CAS

626-39-1

Formula

C6H3Br3

Molecular Weight

314.18

EINECS

210-947-3

Beilstein/Gmelin

1858917

Beilstein Reference

4-05-00-00685

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Beige powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

122 - 123

Boiling Point

271

Vapor Pressure

0.002 (23 C)

Density

2.637 g/cm3 (22 C)

Partition Coefficient

4.16

Heat Of Vaporization

58.68 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

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

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Exposure Effects

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.

Fire Fighting Measures

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.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizers

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

HS Code

2903 69 90