1,1,2,2-TETRABROMOETHANE | ICSC: 1235 (October 2004) |
Acetylene tetrabromide Tetrabromoacetylene sym-Tetrabromoethane |
CAS #: 79-27-6 |
UN #: 2504 |
EC Number: 201-191-5 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Dizziness. Nausea. Abdominal pain. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety spectacles 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 | See Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
1,1,2,2-TETRABROMOETHANE | ICSC: 1235 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H2Br4 / Br2CHCHBr2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 0.1 ppm as TWA |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Muthmann's liquid is another synonym. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T+; R: 26-36-52/53; S: (1/2)-24-27-45-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations