| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Substance is noncombustible. Extinguishing media: Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. May cause severe irritation of the upper respiratory tract with pain, burns, and inflammation. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause blood abnormalities. Ingestion of large amounts of copper salts may cause bloody stools and vomit, low blood pressure, jaundice and coma. | |
| [Hazards] Irritating hydrogen bromide gas may form in fire. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 22 34 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36/37/39 45 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 1759 | |
| [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. | |
| [Exposure Effects] May cause liver and kidney damage. Chronic ingestion may cause bromism characterized by disturbances of the central nervous system, skin and digestive tract. | |
| [Appearance] Odorless, blue gray crystals. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 498 | |
| [Boiling Point] 900 | |
| [Density] 4.77 g/cm3 (25 C) | |
| [Usage] As intensifier in photography, as brominating agent in organic synthesis, as humidity indicator, as wood preservative, in solid electrolyte battery, as stabilizer for acetylated polyformaldehyde. | |
| [Product Name] Cupric bromide | |
| [Synonyms] Copper bromide Copper dibromide Cupric bromide | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_7789-45-9.htm">7789-45-9 | |
| [Formula] Br2Cu | |
| [Molecular Weight] 223.35 | |
| [EINECS] 232-167-2 | |
| [Merck] 13,2656 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 9283 (G) | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Moisture, potassium, and alkali metals. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Irritating and toxic fumes and gases, hydrogen bromide, copper fumes. | |
| [Combustion Products] Irritating hydrogen bromide gas may form in fire. | |
| [UN Number] 1759 |
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