Product Identification

Product Name

Bromoacetic acid ethyl ester

Synonyms

(Ethoxycarbonyl)methyl bromide
3-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid
Acetic acid, bromo-, ethyl ester
Antol
Ethyl 2-bromoethanoate
Ethyl bromoethanoate
m-Methylbenzenesulfonic acid
thyl monobromoacetate

CAS

105-36-2

CAS

617-97-0

Formula

C4H7BrO2

Formula

C7H8O3S

Molecular Weight

167.01

Molecular Weight

172.2

EINECS

203-290-9

RTECS

AF6000000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen

Beilstein/Gmelin

506456

Beilstein/Gmelin

2208421

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00527

Beilstein Reference

4-11-00-00237

EC Index Number

607-069-00-1

EC Class

Very toxic

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear, colorless liquid, pungent, irritating odor, lachrymator.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

-38

Boiling Point

159

Boiling Point

160 - 170 (0.1 torr)

Vapor Pressure

2.6

Density

1.5282 g/cm3 (4 C)

Partition Coefficient

.93

Partition Coefficient

1.12

Heat Of Vaporization

Usage

Has been employed as tear gas.

Vapor Density

5.8

Saturation Concentration

3422 ppm (0.34%) at 25 C (calculated)

Refractive Index

1.4516 (13 C)

Refractive Index

1.53 (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.

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed.

Inhalation

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

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.

Skin

Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. See Inhalation.

Eyes

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

Eyes

See Inhalation.

Eyes

Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

See Inhalation.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation.

Skin

Causes severe skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes severe eye irritation. May cause opacity and scarring. Lachrymator.

Ingestion

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Hazards

Vapors form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Substance will react with water (some violently) releasing flammable, toxic or corrosive gases and runoff. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 26/27/28

EC Risk Phrase

R 34

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

EC Safety Phrase

S 7/9 26 45

UN (DOT)

1603

UN (DOT)

2586

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.

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

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.

Exposure Effects

Agitation and syncope, both attributed to panic, have been reported.

Poison Class

1

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

50

Fire Fighting

Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide or water spray. Large Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray.

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 fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol type foam.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation.

Small spills/leaks

ELIMINATE all ignition sources. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, bases.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.

Combustion Products

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

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1603

UN Number

2586

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

II

HS Code

2915 90 80