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ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

ICSC: 0045

1,2-Dibromoethane
EDB
Br(CH2)2Br / C2H4Br2
Molecular mass: 187.9
ICSC # 0045 		CAS # 106-93-4
RTECS # KH9275000
UN # 1605
EC # 602-010-00-6
April 27, 1993 Validated

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE

ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS

PREVENTION

FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING

FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with powdered metals: see Chemical Dangers.


EXPOSURE
AVOID ALL CONTACT!
IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
•INHALATION Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Unconsciousness.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
•SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! Pain. Redness. Blisters.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
•EYES Pain. Redness. Severe deep burns.
Face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
•INGESTION


SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, powdered metals , food and feedstuffs : see Chemical Dangers. Dry. Keep in the dark. Ventilation along the floor.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Marine pollutant.
Note: E
T symbol
N symbol
R: 45-23/24/25-36/37/38-51/53
S: 53-45-61
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: II
ICSC: 0045 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE

ICSC: 0045

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On contact with hot surfaces or flames this substance decomposes forming toxic and corrosive fumes, hydrogen bromide (see ICSC0282) and bromine (see ICSC0107). The substance decomposes slowly under influence of light and moisture producing corrosive hydrogen bromide. Reacts vigorously with powdered aluminium or magnesium, metals such as sodium, potassium and calcium, strong bases and strong oxidants, causing fire and explosion hazard. Attacks fats, rubber, some forms of plastic, coatings.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV: (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: skin absorption (H);
Carcinogen category: 2;
(DFG 2004).
OSHA PEL: TWA 20 ppm C 30 ppm 50 ppm 5-minute maximum peak
NIOSH REL: Ca TWA 0.045 ppm C 0.13 ppm 15-minute See Appendix A
NIOSH IDLH: Ca 100 ppm See: 106934


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance is irritating to the eyes , the skin and the respiratory tract The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system , resulting in lowering of consciousness .

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Lungs may be affected by repeated or prolonged exposure causing bronchitis. The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction.

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 131°C
Melting point: 10°C
Relative density (water = 1): 2.2
Solubility in water:
poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 1.5
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.5
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.08
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.93

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water.

N O T E S

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61S1605

NFPA Code: H3; F0; R0;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 0045 ETHYLENE DIBROMIDE
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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