Product Name: 4-Bromophenol
Chemical Formula: C6H5BrO
Synonyms: p-Bromophenol, para-Bromophenol
CAS Number: 106-41-2
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier label
Recommended Use: Chemical research, synthesis, laboratory reagent
Contact Information for Emergency: Refer to local and national poison centers, fire battalion, or HazMat teams
Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral), Category 4; Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Category 2; Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation, Category 2A
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin; Causes skin irritation; Causes serious eye irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapors; Wash thoroughly after handling; Wear protective gloves, clothing, eye protection
Potential Health Effects: Eye, skin, and respiratory irritation; nausea, headaches, and dizziness upon inhalation of high concentrations
Substance: 4-Bromophenol
Chemical Identity: C6H5BrO
Concentration: 100%
Impurities/Additives: Not considered relevant for hazardous classification
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; administer oxygen if breathing feels difficult; seek medical advice for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water; get medical help if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids; get prompt medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; call a poison center or doctor immediately
Symptoms: Redness, swelling, pain, coughing, shortness of breath, burning sensations
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray
Special Hazards in Fire: May produce hazardous gases like HBr and COx; can generate toxic fumes under fire conditions
Advice for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear, use self-contained breathing apparatus, keep upwind
Explosion Hazards: Dust or vapor can form explosive mixtures with air under certain conditions
Thermal Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide
Personal Precautions: Use suitable personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety goggles; avoid skin and eye contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage; avoid release into sewers or water bodies
Cleanup Methods: Ventilate area; sweep up and shovel; place in suitable closed container for disposal; wash spill site thoroughly
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate area of hazardous material if high concentrations are detected
Handling: Avoid direct contact; use only in well-ventilated settings; prevent formation of dust or aerosols; do not ingest
Storage: Keep container tightly closed; store in a cool, dry place; protect from sunlight; segregation from oxidizers or incompatible substances
Specific Requirements: Use corrosion-proof materials for containers and equipment
Control Parameters: No specific occupational exposure limits established; minimize exposure by engineering controls wherever possible
Engineering Controls: Work under chemical fume hood; install adequate exhaust ventilation; use safety shower and eyewash station nearby
Personal Protective Equipment: Use gloves (e.g., nitrile or neoprene), lab coat, chemical splash goggles; employ a respirator approved for organic vapors if dust or vapors exceed limits
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke near the area
Appearance: White to pale crystals
Odor: Faint phenolic odor
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Information not available for solid form
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 64–65°C
Boiling Point: 238°C
Flash Point: 120°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Vapor Pressure: 0.0028 hPa at 20°C
Vapor Density: Not available
Density: 1.74 g/cm³
Solubility (Water): Slightly soluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): log Pow = 2.4
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not data
Decomposition Temperature: No specific data
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions, moisture sensitive
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, open flames
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: LD50 Oral - 670 mg/kg (rat); LD50 Dermal - not available
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes irritation, possible redness and rash on contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes severe irritation, risk of corneal injury
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified
Skin Sensitization: Not enough data
Mutagenicity: Inconclusive data
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Not enough data
Persistent Symptoms: May produce dermatitis or persistent symptoms after repeated exposure
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable; may persist
Bioaccumulative Potential: Moderate—log Pow 2.4 suggests potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Low to moderate for movement in soil and groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release into the natural environment
Waste Treatment: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations; do not discharge to sewers or the environment
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse and dispose of as hazardous waste
Methods of Disposal: Chemical incineration in controlled facility; treat as hazardous chemical waste
UN Number: 2811
UN Proper Shipping Name: Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. (4-Bromophenol)
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Precautions: Transport in tightly closed, clearly labeled containers; avoid uncontrolled release
US TSCA Inventory: Listed
EU REACH Status: Registered or pre-registered
OSHA: Hazardous chemical as defined by Hazard Communication Standard
WHMIS: D2B (Toxic material causing other toxic effects)
EPA SARA Title III Sections 302/313: Not specifically listed, but general chemical inventory rules apply
Other Regulations: Compliance with local, state, federal, and international environmental and safety regulations required
