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Propionyl bromide

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[Flash Point]

52
[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with dry powder or carbon dioxide. DO NOT USE WATER. Fire fighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) in positive pressure mode.
[Ingestion]

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If swallowed, wash mouth thoroughly with plenty of water and give water to drink. Get medical attention immediately.
[Inhalation]

In case of inhalation, remove person to fresh air. Keep him quiet and warm. Apply artificial respiration if necessary and get medical attention immediately.
[Skin]

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with mild soap and plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Wash clothing before re-use.
[Eyes]

Holding the eyelids apart, flush eyes promptly with copious flowing water for at least 20 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
[Storage]

Store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area.
[Inhalation]

Corrosive to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Symptoms of overexposure may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting.
[Skin]

Direct contact may result in serious skin burns. BURNS MAY POSSIBLY APPEAR ONLY SEVERAL HOURS AFTER EXPOSURE!
[Eyes]

Direct contact may result in serious corneal burns.
[Ingestion]

May cause severe burns to the mucous membranes of the mouth, esophagus and stomach.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R: 14 22 34
[EC Safety Phrase]

S: 9 26 30 36/37/39 43
[UN (DOT)]

2920
[Personal Protection]

PVC gloves. Chemical safety goggles or face shield with safety glasses.
[Respirators]

Respirator with cartridge providing protection against acid gas-organic vapor or self-contained breathing apparatus. For short term exposure to low concentrations, an approved combination acid gas-organic vapor gas mask is suitable.
[Exposure Effects]

In the long term there will be severe third degree burns, severe breathing difficulties and severe inflammation of the mucous membranes. In extreme cases it could lead to death.
[Appearance]

Colorless liquid with a pungent odor.
[Solubility in water]

Decomposes
[Melting Point]

-40
[Boiling Point]

103
[Vapor Pressure]

20 torr (25 C)
[Density]

1.521 g/cm3 (16 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.15
[Heat Of Vaporization]

34.2 kJ/mol
[Product Name]

Propionyl bromide
[Synonyms]

Propionic acid bromide
Propionyl bromide
[CAS]

"CASEN_598-22-1.htm">598-22-1
[Formula]

C3H5BrO
[Molecular Weight]

136.97999999999999
[EINECS]

209-924-0
[Small spills/leaks]

Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in closed container and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
[Stability]

Stable under normal conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Violent reaction with water, bases, alcohols and alkalies. Avoid contact with metals, strong oxidizers.
[Decomposition]

When heated to decomposition, may release poisonous and corrosive fumes of Carbon Monoxide, Carbon Dioxide and Hydrogen Bromide.
[UN Number]

2920
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

II