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Boron tribromide |
CAS 10294-33-4 | ||
BBr3 |
RTECS ED7400000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names Boron bromide, Tribromoborane |
DOT ID & Guide 2692 157 |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: C 1 ppm (10 mg/m3) | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion 1 ppm = 10.25 mg/m3 | ||
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Physical Description Colorless, fuming liquid with a sharp, irritating odor. |
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MW: 250.5 |
BP: 194°F |
FRZ: -51°F |
Sol: Decomposes |
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VP(57°F): 40 mmHg |
IP: 9.70 eV |
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Sp.Gr(65°F): 2.64 |
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Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Liquid | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Moisture, water, heat, potassium, sodium, alcohols [Note: Attacks metals, wood & rubber. Reacts with water to form boric acid and hydrogen bromide.] |
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Measurement Methods None available See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: No recommendation Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Water flush immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; dyspnea (breathing difficulty), pulmonary edema | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0230 |