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Chemical Name: Bromoacetone
Synonyms: 1-Bromo-2-propanone, α-Bromopropanone, BA
CAS Number: 598-31-2
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, research use, chemical synthesis
Manufacturer/Distributor: Company contact details usually listed on product label
Emergency Contact: Local poison control center, emergency services
UN Number: UN 1695
Molecular Formula: C3H5BrO
Molecular Weight: 136.98 g/mol
Product Code: Identifiable by supplier
Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, inhalation), serious eye damage, skin irritation
GHS Label Elements: Skull and crossbones pictogram, exclamation mark, corrosive symbol
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Toxic if inhaled, harmful if swallowed, causes severe skin burns and eye damage, causes respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, wear protective gloves/eye protection, wash thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area, call a poison center or doctor if feeling unwell
Health Effects: Severe irritation to eyes, skin, mucous membranes, risk of pulmonary edema, can cause lasting damage after short-term exposure
Environmental Impact: Harmful to aquatic organisms with long-lasting effects
Chemical Name: Bromoacetone
Concentration: >95% by weight
Impurities: Trace halogenated compounds, possible acetone residues
Additives: None reported or present in analytical grade
EC Number: 209-939-2
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek immediate medical advice, provide artificial respiration if needed, oxygen if available
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical attention for persistent irritation or burns
Eye Contact: Immediately rinse with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids, immediate medical evaluation required, may need follow-up by ophthalmologist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical help, offer water only if person fully conscious
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, cough, headache, nausea, respiratory distress, risk of blindness from eye contact
Advice for First Responders: Wear chemical-resistant protective suit, use self-contained breathing apparatus
Extinguishing Media: Use dry powder, carbon dioxide, or foam; do not use water jet
Specific Hazards: May emit toxic fumes of hydrogen bromide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Protective Equipment: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighting Procedures: Keep containers cool by spraying with water; avoid water on substance itself, ventilate area, evacuate personnel
Special Hazards: Combustion may rapidly release corrosive gases, risk of violent reaction with strong oxidizers
Flash Point: 47 °C (117 °F)
Explosion Data: Vapors may form explosive mixture with air under certain conditions
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, wear full protective gear, prevent breathing of vapors, remove ignition sources
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, water bodies; notify authorities in event of large spill
Containment Methods: Ventilate area well, contain spill with non-combustible absorbent material like sand or earth
Cleanup Methods: Absorb, collect with tools designed for hazardous materials, place in closed chemical waste container, wash area with water and detergent after cleaning
Decontamination: Wash exposed surfaces with soapy water, dispose of cleaning residues as hazardous waste
Handling Precautions: Use only in fume hood or well-ventilated space, avoid breathing vapor, avoid skin and eye contact, ground containers to prevent static discharge; avoid contact with incompatible substances
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed chemical containers, clearly labeled, in cool, dry place away from light and moisture
Separation from Incompatibles: Keep away from strong oxidizers, strong acids and bases, metals, reducing agents
Storage Temperature: Preferably below 20 °C (68 °F)
Other Instructions: Regularly check containers for leaks, deterioration, store in secondary containment
Exposure Limits: Not formally established by OSHA/NIOSH, minimize exposure by engineering controls
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood, eye wash station, safety shower in immediate area, provide local exhaust ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), lab coat, full-face shield when risk of splashing
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirator if ventilation inadequate
Hygiene Measures: No eating, drinking or smoking in work area; wash hands and forearms thoroughly after exposure, remove contaminated clothing before reuse
Environmental Protection: Avoid release to environment, prevent vapor build-up in working space
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Sharp, pungent, lachrymatory (tear gas-like)
Odor Threshold: Detectable at very low concentrations due to lacrimatory properties
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -57 °C (-70.6 °F)
Boiling Point: 138-140 °C (280-284 °F)
Flash Point: 47 °C (117°F)
Evaporation Rate: Not established
Flammability: Flammable
Vapor Pressure: 3 mm Hg at 20°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible with ethanol, diethyl ether
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): No data available
Vapor Density: ~4.7 (air = 1)
Density: 1.521 g/cm3 at 20°C
Autoignition Temperature: 420 °C (788°F)
Decomposition Temperature: Not specified
Viscosity: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Reacts violently with alkalis, strong oxidizers, strong bases; can generate heat and toxic vapors
Hazardous Reactions: Risk of explosion with certain metals, formation of toxic gases (e.g., hydrogen bromide, carbon oxides) on burning or decomposition
Polymerization: Not expected under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, high heat, incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidants, strong bases, metals, amines
Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, potentially acetone or bromine gas
Acute Toxicity: Harmful or fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin
LD50 Oral (rat): 50-100 mg/kg
LC50 Inhalation (rat): 158 ppm/1 hr
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes burning, severe irritation, chemical burns
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes severe damage, risk of permanent blindness
Respiratory Effects: Severe irritation, bronchospasm, difficulty breathing, risk of pulmonary edema
Sensitization: Not documented
Mutagenicity/Genotoxicity: Not fully evaluated, but related compounds show genotoxic effects
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, NTP, IARC
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged exposure can damage mucous membranes, respiratory system
Symptoms of Overexposure: Burning, coughing, headache, nausea, dizziness, tearing, blurred vision
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environment
Persistence/Degradability: Data limited, likely moderate persistence, expected to hydrolyze under some conditions
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low for higher trophic levels, moderate for microorganisms
Mobility in Soil: May leach to groundwater, moderate volatility
Other Harmful Effects: Impacts water quality, disrupts aquatic habitats if released in significant quantities
Precautions: Prevent material from entering surface and groundwater
Disposal Methods: Dispose via licensed hazardous waste contractor, incinerate in chemical incinerator with afterburner and scrubber
Container Disposal: Triple rinse, puncture or crush, dispose as hazardous chemical waste
Sewage Disposal Prohibition: Do not discharge to drains or natural water sources
Other Disposal Notes: Follow all local, regional, state, and national environmental regulations
UN Number: 1695
Proper Shipping Name: Bromoacetone
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: I (substances presenting high danger)
Label Requirements: Toxic, corrosive
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Users: Ensure secure packaging, keep separate from foods and animal feeds, only trained personnel should handle transport
EPA Status: Regulated as hazardous waste
OSHA: Subject to regulations for hazardous chemicals, use of appropriate PPE required
DOT: Listed under transportation of hazardous materials
SARA Title III: Listed in Section 302/304/313, subject to reporting requirements
TSCA: Listed in inventory
Other Regulations: Use and sale may require special licenses due to potential misuse as a lachrymatory agent
Restriction Notes: Check with local, national regulations for additional reporting, registration, or restriction
