Material Safety Data Sheet
Bromine Solution Concentrate 1N

ACC# 03372
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification

MSDS Name: Bromine Solution Concentrate 1N
Catalog Numbers: SB83
Synonyms: None.
Company Identification:
              Fisher Scientific
              1 Reagent Lane
              Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
Emergency Number: 201-796-7100
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients

CAS# Chemical Name Percent EINECS/ELINCS
7732-18-5 Water 83.2 231-791-2
7758-02-3 Potassium bromide 14.0 231-830-3
7758-01-2 Potassium bromate 2.8 231-829-8

Section 3 - Hazards Identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Appearance: not available liquid.
Danger! Strong oxidizer. Contact with other material may cause a fire. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation. May cause central nervous system depression. May cause cancer based on animal studies.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, mucous membranes.


Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye irritation.
Skin: Causes skin irritation and possible burns.
Ingestion: May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May cause central nervous system depression.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause cancer according to animal studies. Chronic ingestion can cause irritability, confusion, tremors, memory loss, headache, slurred speech and anorexia. Effects may be delayed.

Section 4 - First Aid Measures


Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures


General Information: As in any fire, 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. Use water with caution and in flooding amounts. Oxidizer. Greatly increases the burning rate of combustible materials. Containers may explode when heated. Dried product residue is a strong oxidizer.
Extinguishing Media: For small fires, do NOT use dry chemicals, carbon dioxide, halon or foams. USE WATER ONLY. For large fires flood fire with water from a distance.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating: (estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 0; Instability: 0; Special Hazard: OX

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures


General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Do not use combustible materials such as paper towels to clean up spill.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage


Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with clothing and other combustible materials. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse. Inform laundry personnel of contaminant's hazards.
Storage: Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Do not store near combustible materials. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection


Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name ACGIH NIOSH OSHA - Final PELs
Water none listed none listed none listed
Potassium bromide none listed none listed none listed
Potassium bromate none listed none listed none listed

OSHA Vacated PELs: Water: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical. Potassium bromide: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical. Potassium bromate: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
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 clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties


Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: not available
Odor: slight characteristic odor - bromine-like
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: >1.0
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: > 100 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Completely soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:Mixture
Molecular Weight:Not available.

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity


Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Reducing agents, water reactive substances (e.g. acetic anyhdride, alkyl aluminum chloride, calcium carbide, ethyl dichlorosilane).
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Irritating and toxic fumes and gases, hydrogen bromide, oxygen.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information


RTECS#:      
CAS# 7732-18-5: ZC0110000      
CAS# 7758-02-3: TS7650000      
CAS# 7758-01-2: EF8725000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 7732-18-5:
     Oral, rat: LD50 = >90 mL/kg;
.

CAS# 7758-02-3:
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 3120 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 3070 mg/kg;
.

CAS# 7758-01-2:
     Oral, mouse: LD50 = 289 mg/kg;
     Oral, rat: LD50 = 157 mg/kg;
.

Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 7732-18-5: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7758-02-3: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 7758-01-2:


Epidemiology: No data available.
Teratogenicity: No data available.
Reproductive Effects: No data available.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Neurotoxicity: No data available.
Other Studies:

Section 12 - Ecological Information

No information available.

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations

Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.

Section 14 - Transport Information

US DOT Canada TDG
Shipping Name: OXIDIZING LIQUID, N.O.S. OXIDIZING LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 5.1 5.1
UN Number: UN3139 UN3139
Packing Group: III III

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

US FEDERAL
TSCA
     CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 7758-02-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
     CAS# 7758-01-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
     None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
     None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
     None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
     None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
     None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
     None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
     CAS # 7758-02-3: immediate, delayed.
     CAS # 7758-01-2: immediate, delayed, fire.
Section 313
     This material contains Potassium bromate (CAS# 7758-01-2, 2.8%),which is subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III and 40 CFR Part 373.
Clean Air Act:
     This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
     This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
     This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
     None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
     None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
     CAS# 7732-18-5 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
     CAS# 7758-02-3 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
     CAS# 7758-01-2 can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.

California Prop 65
WARNING: This product contains Potassium bromate, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer.
California No Significant Risk Level: CAS# 7758-01-2: 1 æg/day NSRL

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
     XI O
Risk Phrases:
     R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
     R 8 Contact with combustible material may cause fire.

Safety Phrases:

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
     CAS# 7732-18-5: No information available.
     CAS# 7758-02-3: 1
     CAS# 7758-01-2: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
     CAS# 7732-18-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
     CAS# 7758-02-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
     CAS# 7758-01-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
     This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A, C.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
     CAS# 7758-02-3 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.

Section 16 - Additional Information

MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997
Revision #6 Date: 10/05/2004

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