Iodine monobromide
Agent Name
Iodine monobromide
CAS Number
7789-33-5
Formula
Br-I
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Iodine bromide; Iodine bromide (IBr); [ChemIDplus] UN3260
Category
Halogenated Aliphatics, Saturated
Description
Brownish-black solid; Soluble in water; [Merck Index] Black or violet crystalline solid with a pungent odor; Decomposes in water; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used in organic synthesis; [Hawley] Used for analysis of phenols; [ChemIDplus]
Comments
Vapors corrosive to mucous membranes and eyes; [Merck Index] Corrosive to skin and eyes; [eChemPortal: ERMA] A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline] See "Bromine." See "Iodine."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, inorganic, 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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