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Product Name: 2-Bromopropionic Acid
Synonyms: alpha-Bromopropionic acid, 2-Bromo-1-propanoic acid
CAS Number: 598-72-1
Molecular Formula: C3H5BrO2
Molecular Weight: 152.98 g/mol
Intended Use: Laboratory chemical, research and development
Manufacturer: Contact supplier for details
Emergency Contact: Refer to national emergency response guidelines
Address: Listed on product label or provided by supplier
Classification: Harmful if swallowed, Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, Harmful if inhaled
Hazard Statements: H302 – Harmful if swallowed, H314 – Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, H332 – Harmful if inhaled
Pictograms: Corrosive, Acute Toxicity
Signal Word: Danger
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection, Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray, IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, dermal, eye contact
Symptoms of Exposure: Burning sensation, coughing, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, severe irritation or burns to skin and eyes
Chemical Name: 2-Bromopropionic Acid
Concentration: ≥98%
CAS Number: 598-72-1
Impurities/Additives: Trace residual solvents or reaction byproducts may be present, specific composition available on request
EC Number: 209-943-6
Molecular Structure: CH3–CHBr–COOH
General Advice: Move affected person to fresh air, remove contaminated clothing, seek immediate medical attention
Inhalation: Move individual to an area with fresh air, keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing, administer oxygen if necessary
Skin Contact: Wash skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing and shoes, continue rinsing, get medical attention
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, obtain medical aid
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, give water to dilute if conscious, call a poison control center or physician
Most Important Symptoms: Severe irritation, burns, potential respiratory distress, gastrointestinal disturbance
Medical Attention: Immediate medical attention required for significant exposure or persistent symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid direct streams of water
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen bromide and carbon oxides under fire conditions
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice for Firefighters: Approach from upwind, avoid inhalation of combustion products, cool exposed containers with water spray
Explosion Data: Not explosive under normal conditions, risk of thermal decomposition releasing hazardous vapors
Combustion Products: Hydrogen bromide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Personal Precautions: Avoid skin contact and inhalation of vapors, ensure adequate ventilation, evacuate area if necessary, use personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and respirator
Methods for Containment: Stop leak if safe to do so, prevent entry into water sources, soil, or drains, dike contaminated area to prevent spreading
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material such as sand or vermiculite, shovel into a suitable closed, labeled container for disposal
Environmental Precautions: Treat as hazardous to the aquatic environment, avoid release to waterways and soil, notify authorities if significant release occurs
Decontamination: After removal, wash spill area with copious amounts of water while avoiding runoff into drains
Precautions for Safe Handling: Wear suitable protective clothing, work in a well-ventilated area or fume hood, avoid breathing vapors or contact with skin, eyes, or clothing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, prohibit eating, drinking, or smoking during use, ensure safety showers and eye wash stations available
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in tightly closed container away from incompatible substances (strong bases, strong oxidants), keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place
Storage Temperature: Store at 2–8°C for best stability, avoid freezing, protect from excessive heat and light
Incompatibility: Strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, reactive metals, acids
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established individual occupational exposure limits, minimize exposure through engineering controls
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, fume hoods, or other engineering controls to keep airborne concentrations low
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), lab coat or apron, safety goggles or face shield, appropriate respiratory protection for high vapor levels
Environmental Exposure Controls: Control releases to the environment, maintain spill response supplies
Other Protective Measures: Immediate washing with water if skin contact occurs, regular inspection and maintenance of PPE
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Odor: Pungent, characteristic acidic
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: <5 (aqueous solution)
Melting Point: 44–48°C (range can vary by purity)
Boiling Point: 198–200°C
Flash Point: Not easily flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Not flammable under normal conditions
Vapor Pressure: Not readily volatile at ambient conditions
Vapor Density: No data available
Relative Density: 1.68 g/cm³ at 25°C
Solubility: Soluble in water, organic solvents (alcohols, acetone)
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: Decomposes above 198°C
Viscosity: Data not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions, degrades gradually if exposed to moisture or heat
Reactivity: Reacts with strong bases, oxidizers, metals, may produce toxic fumes under combustion or decomposition
Hazardous Reactions: May react with amines, metals, alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, carbon oxides
Incompatible Materials: Alkalis, oxidizers, reactive metals including sodium and potassium
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 rat: values around 540 mg/kg, inhalation can be harmful above vapor threshold
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes severe burns, redness, blistering
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Severe irritant, potential for blindness if not flushed immediately
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Data is limited, no known sensitization
Mutagenicity: Not sufficiently studied
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Effects not documented
STOT Single Exposure: May cause respiratory irritation
STOT Repeated Exposure: Chronic data lacking
Symptom Information: Burning pain, chemical burns, gastrointestinal disturbance, respiratory distress
Medical Observations: Monitor for delayed pulmonary effects or chemical burns
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Aquatic Toxicity: No detailed data, expect hazard to aquatic invertebrates and algae
Soil Mobility: Likely to leach into soil and groundwater if released
Persistence and Degradability: Limited biodegradability, can persist in environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected based on structure, no experimental data
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release in quantities that could reach water bodies or sewage systems
Disposal Methods: Dispose as hazardous chemical waste through licensed contractor, do not pour down drains or dispose with household waste
Waste Treatment: Neutralize strong acids prior to disposal with authorized facilities, incinerate in a chemical incinerator equipped with scrubbers
Contaminated Packaging: Containers should be triple-rinsed, punctured, and disposed per local regulations
UN Number for Disposal: Consult hazardous waste regulations
Precautions: Wear personal protection, avoid spillage or release during handling of waste
UN Number: 3261
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive Solid, Acidic, Organic, n.o.s. (contains 2-Bromopropionic Acid)
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substances)
Packing Group: II or III, depending on quantity and concentration
Transport Labels: Corrosive
Environmental Hazard: Not classified as marine pollutant in small packages, alert for bulk shipment
Special Precautions: Keep away from incompatible materials, protect containers from damage, secure load
Transport Regulations: Follow ADR/RID/IMDG/ICAO/IATA protocols
US TSCA Status: Listed
EU REACH Status: Compliant for research and development use, not fully registered
SARA Title III: Not listed as Extremely Hazardous Substance, not on SARA 313 list
California Prop 65: Not listed
German WGK Classification: 2 – Hazard to water
Workplace Labelling: Required hazard communication and proper workplace hazard training
NFPA Ratings: Health: 3, Flammability: 1, Reactivity: 1
International Inventory: Included in select chemical inventories (consult supplier for most recent details)
