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2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
[Fire Potential]

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
[Ingestion]

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

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. 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 cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
[Ingestion]

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator. Lachrymator.
[Hazards]

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
[UN (DOT)]

3261
[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]

Light yellow to green solid.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

79 - 82
[Boiling Point]

307
[pKa/pKb]

2.40 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.23
[Product Name]

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid
[Synonyms]

2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid
a-Bromo-a-phenylacetic acid
a-Bromobenzeneacetic acid
a-Bromophenylacetic acid
Bromo(phenyl)acetic acid
DL-a-Bromophenylacetic acid
[CAS]

"CASEN_4870-65-9.htm">4870-65-9
[Formula]

C8H7BrO2
[Molecular Weight]

215.05
[EINECS]

225-477-4
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1210774
[Beilstein Reference]

4-09-00-01684
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
[Disposal Code]

4
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents - strong bases.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

3261
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

I; II; III
[HS Code]

2916 39 00