Product Identification

Product Name

1,4-Dibromobutane

Synonyms

Tetramethylene dibromide

CAS

110-52-1

Formula

C4H8Br2

Molecular Weight

215.93

EINECS

203-775-5

RTECS

EJ7565000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

1071199

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-00267

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

-20

Boiling Point

197

Vapor Pressure

0.5 (25 C)

Density

1.8466 g/cm3 (0 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.75

Heat Of Vaporization

52.6 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.5155 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

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

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator.

Hazards

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

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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

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

65

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

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

2

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2810

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2903 30 36