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2-BROMO-2-NITRO-1,3-PROPANEDIOLICSC: 0415 (May 2018)
ß-Bromo-ß-nitrotrimethyleneglycol
Bronopol
2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
CAS #: 52-51-7
UN #: 3241
EC Number: 200-143-0

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  Prevent deposition of dust.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide.   

 PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Stinging sensation. Pain. Burns.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Sore throat. Tingling sensation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

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DANGER
Flammable solid
Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye damage
May cause respiratory irritation
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 4.1; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Marine pollutant. 
2-BROMO-2-NITRO-1,3-PROPANEDIOL ICSC: 0415
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS WHITE CRYSTALS. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen bromide and nitrogen oxides. Reacts with some metals, amines and alkaline compounds. 

Formula: HOCH2CBr(NO2)CH2OH / C3H6O4BrN
Molecular mass: 200
Melting point: 120-122°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.9
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 23°C: 28 (freely soluble)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: <0.01
Flash point: 167°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.18  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the skin and respiratory tract. 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK skin absorption (H); MAK sensitization of skin (SH) 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 21/22-37/38-41-50; S: (2)-26-37/39-61 

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