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Methyl 5-bromovalerate

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[Flash Point]

99
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Ingestion]

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or 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. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Immediately 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 cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

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

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[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]

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
[Appearance]

Clear pink to brown liquid.
[Boiling Point]

79 - 80 (5.33 hPa)
[Density]

1.36 g/cm3
[Vapor Density]

6.73
[Refractive Index]

1.46 (20 C)
[Product Name]

Methyl 5-bromovalerate
[Synonyms]

Methyl 5-bromopentanoate
Methyl omega-bromopentanoate
Pentanoic acid, 5-bromo-, methyl ester
[CAS]

"CASEN_5454-83-1.htm">5454-83-1
[Formula]

C6H11BrO2
[Molecular Weight]

195.06
[EINECS]

226-709-7
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1749649
[Beilstein Reference]

4-02-00-00884
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation.
[Incompatibilities]

Acids, bases, oxidizing agents, reducing agents.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
[HS Code]

2915 90 80