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DL-2-Bromohexanoic acid

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[Flash Point]

104
[Fire Fighting]

Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. Extinguish fire using water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting and seek IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ADVICE.
[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]

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Corrosives area.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
[Skin]

Causes skin burns.
[Eyes]

Causes eye burns.
[UN (DOT)]

3265
[Appearance]

Light brown - brown clear liquid
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

4
[Boiling Point]

240
[Vapor Pressure]

0.013 (25 C)
[Density]

1.2812 g/cm3 (33 C)
[pKa/pKb]

2.97 (pKa)
[Product Name]

DL-2-Bromocaproic acid
[Synonyms]

2-Bromocaproic acid
DL-a-Bromocaproic acid
[CAS]

"CASEN_616-05-7.htm">616-05-7
[Formula]

C6H11BrO2
[Molecular Weight]

195.06
[EINECS]

210-461-1
[Merck]

12,1436
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1721762
[Beilstein Reference]

3-02-00-00736
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, while using/wearing the proper protective equipment.
[Incompatibilities]

Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, bases.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
[UN Number]

3265
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

I; II; III