International Chemical Safety Cards
1,1,2,2-TETRABROMOETHANE
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ICSC: 1235
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1,1,2,2,-TETRABROMOETHANE
Acetylene tetrabromide
Tetrabromoacetylene
sym-Tetrabromoethane
Muthmann's liquid
C2H2Br4/Br2CHCHBr2
Molecular mass: 345.7
CAS # 79-27-6
RTECS # KI8225000
ICSC # 1235
UN # 2504
EC # 602-016-00-9
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TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE
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ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS
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PREVENTION
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FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING
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FIRE
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Not combustible.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
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EXPLOSION
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EXPOSURE
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PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
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INHALATION
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Abdominal pain.
Cough.
Headache.
Sore throat.
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Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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SKIN
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Redness.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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EYES
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Redness.
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Face shield,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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INGESTION
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(further see Inhalation).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
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STORAGE
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PACKAGING & LABELLING
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Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place
(extra personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus).
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Separated from
strong oxidants,
strong bases,
food and feedstuffs.
Cool.
Well closed.
Ventilation along the floor.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T+ symbol
R: 26-36
S: (1/2-)24-27-45
UN Classification.
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: III
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
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ICSC: 1235
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Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993
No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.
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