Product Identification

Product Name

Tribromoacetic acid

CAS

75-96-7

Formula

C2HBr3O2

Molecular Weight

296.74

EINECS

200-919-9

Merck

12,9739

Beilstein/Gmelin

1755150

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00534

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White.

Melting Point

135

Boiling Point

245

Usage

Catalyst for polymerization.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting.

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Not available.

Inhalation

May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause severe irritation and possible burns.

Eyes

Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

UN (DOT)

3261

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Not available.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using agent most appropriate for surrounding fire.

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

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

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

3261

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III