Product Identification

Product Name

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid

Synonyms

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid
a-Bromo-a-phenylacetic acid
a-Bromobenzeneacetic acid
a-Bromophenylacetic acid
Bromo(phenyl)acetic acid
DL-a-Bromophenylacetic acid

CAS

4870-65-9

Formula

C8H7BrO2

Molecular Weight

215.05

EINECS

225-477-4

Beilstein/Gmelin

1210774

Beilstein Reference

4-09-00-01684

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Light yellow to green solid.

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

79 - 82

Boiling Point

307

pKa/pKb

2.40 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

2.23

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. 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

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. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator. Lachrymator.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

UN (DOT)

3261

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

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

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

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

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

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

4

Stability

No data.

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

3261

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2916 39 00