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Product Name: Silver Bromate
Chemical Formula: AgBrO3
Synonyms: Silver(I) bromate
CAS Number: 7783-89-3
Relevant Uses: Laboratory chemical, analytical reagent
Manufacturer: Contact information listed on supplied packaging documentation
Emergency Contact: Refer to regional emergency number on accompanying paperwork
Classification: Oxidizing solid, Acute toxicity (oral, inhalation), Environmental hazard
GHS Label Elements: Oxidizer pictogram, skull and crossbones, environmental hazard icon
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: May intensify fire; oxidizer, toxic if ingested or inhaled, harmful to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements: Do not breathe dust, store away from combustible materials, avoid release to the environment, wear appropriate protective equipment
Health Effects: Irritates skin, eyes, mucous membranes; potentially causes nausea, vomiting, headache, pulmonary distress if inhaled
Chemical Identity: Silver Bromate
Common Name: AgBrO3
CAS Registry Number: 7783-89-3
Concentration: Over 98% by weight as supplied in most lab-grade sources
Impurities: Traces of silver salts, bromates, or halides may be present in negligible quantities
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, monitor for respiratory distress, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, obtain immediate medical advice
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected area with soap and water, avoid direct contact with contaminated materials
Eye Contact: Flush eyes under gentle running water for at least 15 minutes, consult an ophthalmologist
Most Critical Symptoms: Shortness of breath, severe irritation, possible cyanosis in severe poisoning
Advice to Physician: Administer symptomatic and supportive care, monitor renal and hepatic function
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam; avoid dry chemical or CO2 extinguishers, which may not suppress oxidizer fires
Hazards from Combustion: May intensify fire, releases toxic bromine or silver oxides upon thermal decomposition
Protective Equipment: Full firefighting PPE, including self-contained breathing apparatus
Advice: Remove containers from fire area if safe to do so, keep cool by water spraying
Explosion Risk: Strong oxidizer, may react with organic materials and create explosion hazards if mishandled
Personal Precautions: Wear full protective clothing, minimize dust generation, remove all ignition sources
Environmental Precautions: Prevent run-off to drains, surface waters, or soil, contain spills with absorbent materials compatible with oxidizers
Cleanup Methods: Carefully sweep or scoop up avoiding aerosol formation, transfer to a sealed, labeled waste container
Decontamination: Wash area thoroughly with excess water
Disposal of Cleanup Materials: Dispose in accordance with federal and local hazardous waste handling guidelines
Safe Handling: Do not handle near sources of ignition, combustibles, or reducing agents; avoid generating dust; practice good industrial hygiene
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry area separate from incompatible materials such as acids, organic substances, or reducing agents, use sealed containers resistant to oxidation
Protection: Use explosion-proof equipment, implement secondary containment if stored in large amounts
Other Recommendations: Inspect containers regularly for corrosion or leaks
Exposure Limits: Occupational limits for silver compounds apply: ACGIH TLV (0.01 mg/m3, as Ag); bromate limits may vary regionally
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, fume hood for all manipulations
Personal Protection: Chemical safety goggles, gloves (nitrile or neoprene preferred), lab coat, NIOSH-approved respirator in case of inadequate ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Remove contaminated clothing promptly, wash hands thoroughly before breaks or leaving work area
Environmental Controls: Avoid release to the environment, implement spill containment
Appearance: White to slightly off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
Melting Point: Decomposes before melting at roughly 218 °C
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Solubility: Soluble in water
Density: Approximately 6.47 g/cm³ at 20°C
pH: Neutral to mildly basic water solutions
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Oxidizing Properties: Strong oxidizer
Chemical Stability: Stable in closed containers at ambient temperature if kept dry
Reactive Hazards: Reacts violently with strong acids, reducing agents, and organic material
Potentially Dangerous Decomposition Products: Toxic silver compounds, bromine or bromine oxides
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sources of ignition, moisture, and incompatible chemicals
Incompatibles: Strong acids, sulfur, phosphorus, organics, finely divided metals
Acute Toxicity: Toxic if swallowed or inhaled; irritation to respiratory tract, GI tract, and eyes
Chronic Exposure: Long-term exposure may lead to argyria (bluish-gray discoloration of skin), possible kidney or liver damage
Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation, skin/eye contact
Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, skin and eye redness, difficulty breathing
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA; long-term toxicity from silver and bromate compounds remains under study
Sensitization: Not reported, but strong oxidizers may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Aquatic Toxicity: Highly toxic to aquatic life, disrupts growth and metabolism in fish and aquatic invertebrates
Persistence and Degradability: Bioaccumulation possible, silver compounds tend to accumulate in sediment
Mobility: Mobile in water, persistent in soil for extended periods
Other Adverse Effects: May inhibit microbial activity in soil or wastewater systems, disrupts aquatic food chains
Recommended Prevention: Prevent spillage into waterways, comply with local environmental protection laws
Methods of Disposal: Dispose through a licensed chemical waste contractor
Contaminated Packaging: Decontaminate containers prior to recycling or disposal, or dispose as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Do not pour into drains, avoid contamination of soil or ground water
Regulations: Subject to hazardous waste collection procedures under regional, national, or international guidelines for oxidizers and toxic silver compounds
UN Number: UN 1479
Proper Shipping Name: Oxidizing solid, n.o.s. (Silver bromate)
Transport Hazard Class: 5.1 (Oxidizer)
Packing Group: II (medium danger)
Labels: Oxidizer label required
Special Precautions: Segregate from organics, acids, reducing agents during transit
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant, needs to be kept away from direct water exposure during transit
Agency Listings: Listed on TSCA inventory (US), ECHA (EU), and other chemical control registries
Labeling Requirements: Complies with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, GHS labeling required
Restrictions: Use limited by EU REACH, subject to reporting under CERCLA and SARA Title III in the United States
Worker Protection Standards: Employers must implement engineering controls and personal protective equipment as per OSHA and other relevant authorities
Other: Environmental release monitored by EPA or similar agencies worldwide, penalties for improper disposal or unauthorized release
