MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Revised August 16, 1999
Oakwood Products
1741 Old Dunbar Rd.
W. Columbia, SC 29172
Phone Numbers
Product Information 1-803-739-8800
Transportation Emergency 1-800-451-8346
Outside the USA 1-619-677-0150
MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION
1,2-Dibromobenzene
NAME:
CAS #: [583-53-9]
MF: C6H4Br2
SYNONYMS
None known
TOXICITY HAZARDS
Not Available
HEALTH HAZARD DATA
ACUTE EFFECTS
IRRITANT
May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. Vapor or
mist is irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory
tract. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
FIRST AID
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and
shoes. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial
respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
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PHYSICAL DATA
BOILING PT: 224 C
APPEARANCE AND ODOR :
Clear, colorless liquid with no known odor.
DENSITY: 1.956
Nd20: 1.6110
MELTING POINT: 4-6掳
MF: C6H4Br2
MW: 235.92
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: 197 F (91 C)
Extinguishing media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder,
alcohol or polymer foam.
Special firefighting procedures: Wear self-contained breathing
apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Unusual fire and explosion hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire
conditions.
REACTIVITY DATA
Incompatibilities:
Strong acids.
Strong bases.
Strong oxidizing agents.
Strong reducing agents.
Hazardous combustion or decomposition products:
Thermal decomposition may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and
hydrogen bromide.
SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Steps to be taken if material is released or spilled:
Wear appropriate respirator, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves.
Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal.
Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
Waste disposal method:
Dissolve in or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a
chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe
all Federal, State and local laws.
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W. Columbia, SC 29172
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PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE
IRRITANT
Wear appropriate NIOSH/MSHA- approved respirator, chemical resistant
gloves, safety goggles and other protective clothing.
Have safety shower and eye wash available. Use only in a chemical fume
hood.
Do not breathe vapor.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, on clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Irritant.
Harmful vapor.
Keep container closed.
Store in a cool dry place.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Classed non-hazardous for shipping.
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive
and shall be used only as a guide. Oakwood shall not be held liable for any damage
resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
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