Product Identification

Product Name

3-Bromobenzyl cyanide

Synonyms

(3-Bromophenyl)acetonitrile
3-Bromophenylacetonitrile

CAS

31938-07-5

Formula

C8H6BrN

Molecular Weight

196.05

EINECS

250-867-6

Beilstein/Gmelin

2355439

Beilstein Reference

3-09-00-02275

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid or colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

27-28

Boiling Point

286

Vapor Pressure

0.003 (25 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.2

Heat Of Vaporization

52.5 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

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

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. May cause cyanosis, characterized by bluish-colored skin. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator.

Hazards

Containers may explode when heated.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20/21/22 36/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

1694

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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

Flash Point

125

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

May burn but not readily ignited.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.

Combustion Products

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Transport Information

UN Number

1694

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I