4-bromo-α,α,α-trifluorotoluene

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

If inhaled:       fresh air.

In case of skin contact:       Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.

In case of eye contact:       rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

If swallowed:       make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms:       We have no description of any toxic symptoms.

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

Treatment:       No information available.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media:       Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable extinguishing media:       For this substance no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

 

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Specific hazards during firefighting:       

Combustible. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air at elevated temperatures.
Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapourspossible in the event of fire. Fire may cause evolution of: Hydrogen fluoride

 

Advice for firefighters

Special protective equipment for firefighters:       Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing-

Further information:       Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray. Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet. Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

      

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Advice for non-emergency personnel:
Do not breathe vapours, aerosols.
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures,
consult an expert.

 

Environmental precautions

Environmental precautions       Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system.

 

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up       Cover drains. Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Observe possible material restrictions. Take up with liquid-absorbent material. Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area. Avoid generation of dusts.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling       Observe label precautions.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion: Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Hygiene measures      Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

 

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers       Store in original container.

Further information on storage conditions      Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Recommended storage temperature       Recommended storage temperature see product label

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquid, n.o.s.

Chemical name:

4-Brom-α,α,α-trifluortoluol

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

SpecialProvisions

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

UN1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquid, n.o.s.

Chemical name:

4-Brom-α,α,α-trifluortoluol

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Remarks

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

UN1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquid, n.o.s.

Chemical name:

4-Brom-α,α,α-trifluortoluol

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN1993

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Flammable liquid, n.o.s.

Chemical name:

4-Brom-α,α,α-trifluortoluol

Class or division:

Class 3: Flammable liquids

Packing group:

Packing group III: Substances presenting low danger

Remarks

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

Precautions for safe handling

Advice on safe handling       Observe label precautions.

Hygiene measures       Immediately change contaminated clothing. Wash hands and face after working with substance

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Requirements for storage areas and containers       Store in original container.

Further information on storage conditions       Tightly closed.

Recommended storage temperature       Recommended storage temperature see product label

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity

Vapour/air-mixtures are explosive at intense warming.

 

Chemical stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature)

 

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Hazardous reactions:  Violent reactions possible with strong oxidizing agents

 

Conditions to avoid: Heating

 

Incompatible materials: various plastics

Disposal considerations

Please dispose according to local legislation