2,3-Dibromopropanoic acid
Agent Name
2,3-Dibromopropanoic acid
CAS Number
600-05-5
Formula
C3-H4-Br2-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2,3-Dibromopropionic acid; Propanoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-; alpha,beta-Dibromopropionic acid; Propionic acid, 2,3-dibromo-; [ChemIDplus] UN3261
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Light yellow crystalline solid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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