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6-Bromo-1-hexanol

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[Flash Point]

> 110
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Ingestion]

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a dry area. Refrigerator (approx 4 C).
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Appearance]

Clear, colorless liquid.
[Boiling Point]

105
[Density]

1.3838 g/cm3 (24 C)
[Refractive Index]

1.4852 (20 C)
[Product Name]

1-Bromo-6-hydroxyhexane
[Synonyms]

6-Bromohexan-1-ol
6-Bromohexanol
[CAS]

"CASEN_4286-55-9.htm">4286-55-9
[Formula]

C6H13BrO
[Molecular Weight]

181.07
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1732415
[Beilstein Reference]

4-01-00-01704
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.