BC2724 Ammonium Bromide Powder (CAS: 12124-97-9)

SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION

Product Name: Ammonium Bromide

CAS #: 12124-97-9

Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development

Supplier details:

Stanford Advanced Materials

E-mail: sales@samaterials.com

Tel: (949) 407-8904

Address: 23661 Birtcher Dr., Lake Forest, CA 92630 U.S.A.

SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Classification

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR

1910.1200)

Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2

Label Elements

Signal Word: Warning

Hazard Statements

Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling

Wear eye/face protection

Eyes

IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and

easy to do. Continue rinsing

If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attentionHazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)

None identified

SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component : Ammonium bromide

CAS-No: 12124-97-9

Weight %: >95

SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES

General Advice If symptoms persist, call a physician.

Eye Contact Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.

Get medical attention.

Skin Contact Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation

persists, call a physician.

Inhalation Move to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if

symptoms occur.

Ingestion Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if

symptoms occur.

Most important symptoms and effects

None reasonably foreseeable.

Notes to Physician Treat symptomatically

SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES

Suitable Extinguishing Media

Water spray. Carbon dioxide (CO 2). Dry chemical. Chemical foam.

Unsuitable Extinguishing Media

No information available

Flash Point

No information available

Method -No information available

Autoignition Temperature

Not applicable

Explosion Limits

Upper

No data available

Lower

No data available

Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact

No information available

Sensitivity to Static Discharge

No information available

Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hazardous Combustion Products

Hydrogen halides Ammonia

Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved orequivalent) and fullprotective gear

NFPA

Health 2

Flammability 0

Instability 1

Physical hazards N/A

SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust

formation.

Environmental Precautions Should not be released into the environment.

Methods for Containment and Clean Up

Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal. Keep in

suitable, closed containers for disposal.

SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on

skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid dust formation.

Storage Store under an inert atmosphere. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated

place. Protect from moisture. Keep away from direct sunlight.

SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION

Exposure Guidelines This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational

exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies.

Engineering Measures Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that

eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eye/face Protection 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 and body protection Long sleeved clothing.

Respiratory Protection No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions.

Hygiene Measures

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.

SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State Powder Solid

Appearance White

Odor Odorless

Odor Threshold No information available

pH 4.5-5.5

Melting Point/Range 235 °C / 455 °F

Boiling Point/Range 452 °C / 845.6 °F

Flash Point No information available

Evaporation Rate Not applicableFlammability (solid,gas) No information available

Flammability or explosive limits

Upper No data available

Lower No data available

Vapor Pressure No information available

Vapor Density Not applicable

Specific Gravity No information available

Solubility Soluble in water

Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available

Autoignition Temperature Not applicable

Decomposition Temperature No information available

Viscosity Not applicable

Molecular Formula H4 Br N

Molecular Weight 97.94

SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available

Stability Hygroscopic. Light sensitive.

Conditions to Avoid Exposure to air. Incompatible products. Exposure to moist air or water. Exposure

to light.

Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Strong bases

Hazardous Decomposition ProductsHydrogen halides, Ammonia

Hazardous Polymerization No information available.

Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.

SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicologically Synergistic

Products

No information available

Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure

Irritation Irritating to eyes

Sensitization No information available

Carcinogenicity The table below indicates whether each agency has listed any ingredient as a

carcinogen.

Mutagenic Effects No information available

Reproductive Effects No information available.

Developmental Effects No information available.

Teratogenicity No information available.

STOT - single exposure None known

STOT - repeated exposure None known

Aspiration hazard No information available

Symptoms / effects,both acute and delayed

No information available

Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available

Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.

SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Ecotoxicity

Persistence and Degradability Soluble in water Persistence is unlikely based on information available.

Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.

Mobility Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility.

SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Waste Disposal Methods Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is

classified as a hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and

national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.

SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

DOT Not regulated

TDG Not regulated

IATA Not regulated

IMDG/IMO Not regulated

SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. Federal Regulations

TSCA 12(b) Not applicable

SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information

CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable

Clean Air Act Not applicable

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Not applicable

CERCLA Not applicable

California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals

U.S. Department of Transportation

Reportable Quantity (RQ): N

DOT Marine Pollutant N

DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N

U.S. Department of Homeland Security

This product does not contain any DHS chemicals.

Other International Regulations

Mexico - Grade No information available

SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION

Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is

believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The

information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the

product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the

properties of the product.