Phosphorus pentabromide

Agent Name
Phosphorus pentabromide
CAS Number
7789-69-7
Formula
Br5-P
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Phosphorus pentabromide formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Phosphorane, pentabromo-; UN2691; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Other Toxic Gases & Vapors
Description
Yellow crystals; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used as a chemical intermediate; [CAMEO]
Comments
Solid material is corrosive to skin and eyes; Reacts with water to form hydrogen bromide; [CAMEO] See "Hydrogen bromide."
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

TIH
Yes
Dangerous When Wet
Yes
Explanatory Notes
Not TIH in land-based spills, but TiH substance released when spilled in water; [ERG 2016]

Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

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