Boron tribromide
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CAS
10294-33-4
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BBr3
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RTECS
ED7400000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Boron bromide, Tribromoborane
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DOT ID & Guide
2692 / 157
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: C 1 ppm (10 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 10.25 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless, fuming liquid with a sharp, irritating odor.
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MW: 250.5
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BP: 194°F
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FRZ: -51°F
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Sol: Decomposes
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VP(57°F): 40 mmHg
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IP: 9.70 eV
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Sp.Gr(65°F): 2.64
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Fl.P: NA
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UEL: NA
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LEL: NA
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Noncombustible Liquid
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Moisture, water, heat, potassium, sodium, alcohols [Note: Attacks metals, wood & rubber. Reacts with water to form boric acid and hydrogen bromide.]
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; dyspnea (breathing difficulty), pulmonary edema
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0230 |
