Oxalyl bromide
Agent Name
Oxalyl bromide
CAS Number
15219-34-8
Formula
C2-Br2-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Ethanedioyl bromide; Ethanedioyl dibromide; [ChemIDplus] UN2922
Category
Halogenated Ketones
Description
Clear dark yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Reacts violently with water; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; Harmful by inhalation; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, toxic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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