p-Bromobenzyl bromide
Agent Name
p-Bromobenzyl bromide
CAS Number
589-15-1
Formula
C7-H6-Br2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1-Bromo-4-(bromomethyl)benzene; 4-Bromobenzyl bromide; alpha,p-Dibromotoluene; alpha,4-Dibromotoluene; Benzene, 1-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)-; Toluene, p,alpha-dibromo- (8CI); [ChemIDplus] p,alpha-Dibromotoluene; [Merck Index] UN1759
Category
Halogenated Monoaromatics
Description
Solid with an agreeable aromatic odor; [Merck Index] White crystalline powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used to identify aromatic carboxylic acids; [Merck Index]
Comments
An eye, mucous membrane, nose, and throat irritant; [Merck Index] Causes burns and lachrymation; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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