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93-2415

Chromium › Chromium(III) bromide hexahydrate

Safety: Hazardous

Physical Characteristics: density 5.4

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SECTION 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name:	Chromium (III) bromide hexahydrate
Product Number:	93-2415
CAS Registry Number:	13478-06-3
Formula:	CrBr3.6H2O
EINECS Number:	233-088-6
Chemical Family:	metal halide
Synonym:	Chromic bromide hexahydrate

SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient	CAS Number	Percent	ACGIH (TWA)	OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound	13478-06-3	100	0.5mg/m3 (as Cr)	0.5mg/m3 (as Cr)

SECTION 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:	Corrosive to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. May cause coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. Ingestion may cause damage to the mouth, throat and esophagus.
Primary Routes of Exposure:	Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes.
Eye Contact:	Corrosive to eyes.
Skin Contact:	Corrosive to skin.
Inhalation:	Inhalation causes burning of the respiratory tract, edema and chemical pneumonitis.
Ingestion:	Ingestion may cause damage to the mouth, throat and esophagus.
Acute Health Effects:	Corrosive to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Inhalation causes coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Ingestion may cause damage to the mouth throat and esophagus.
Chronic Health Effects:	Although less toxic than Chromium (VI), some animal studies show chromium (III) bromide to act as a mutagen. May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact.
NTP:	Yes
IARC:	No
OSHA:	No

SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Exposure:	Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Skin Exposure:	Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists.
Inhalation:	Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Ingestion:	Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.

SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:	not applicable
Autoignition Temperature:	none
Explosion Limits:	none
Extinguishing Medium:	none required
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:	If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products:	If involved in a fire this material may emit fumes containing toxic chromium compounds
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards:	No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:	Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite or sodium carbonate and swept up.

SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:	Store material in a tightly sealed bottle away from moisture.

SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:	Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:	Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:	Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Respirator:	In the absence of adequate ventilation a respirator should be worn. The use of a respiratory requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Additional Protection:	No additional protection required.

SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:	green xtl.
Molecular Weight:	291.69 (399.81)
Melting Point:	no data
Boiling Point:	no data
Vapor Pressure:	no data
Specific Gravity:	5.4
Odor:	none
Solubility in Water:	soluble

SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:	air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization:	no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:	none
Incompatibility:	Active metals
Decomposition Products:	chromium bromide and water

SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data:	No specific information available on this product.
Carcinogenic Effects:	No data available
Mutagenic Effects:	No data available
Tetratogenic Effects:	No data available

SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:	No information available

SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:	Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):	Corrosive Solid, Acidic, Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (CFR):	8
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):	NA
Packaging Group (CFR):	III
UN ID Number (CFR):	UN# 3260
Shipping Name (IATA):	Corrosive Solid, Acidic Inorganic, N.O.S.
Hazard Class (IATA):	8
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):	NA
Packaging Group (IATA):	III
UN ID Number (IATA):	UN# 3260

SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:	Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):	Title compound see Category Code N090 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:	none
Third Ingredient:	none

SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer:	The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information.
Preparation Date:	3/20/2001
Revision Date:	3/03/2004