| CAS Number: | 7785-23-1 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00003398 |
| Molecular Formula: | AgBr |
| Molecular Weight: | 187.78 |
| Chemical Formula: | AgBr |
| Color and Form: | yellow pwdr. |
| Note: |
Stability: light sensitive
Physical Characteristics: melting point 432°C, density 6.473
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name: | Silver bromide (99.9%-Ag) |
| Product Number: | 93-4705 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 7785-23-1 |
| Formula: | AgBr |
| EINECS Number: | 232-076-8 |
| Chemical Family: | metal halide |
| Synonym: | Argentous bromide |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 7785-23-1 | 100 | no data | no data |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Dust may be irritating to the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. May be harmful if swallowed. Chronic exposure may lead to a skin discoloration. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Contact with skin and eyes. Inhalation of dust. |
| Eye Contact: | May be a mild irritant to the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin. Contact with the skin can lead to formation of dark blotches (silver staining) |
| Inhalation: | Inhalation of dust can lead to irritation of the respiratory tract. |
| Ingestion: | Ingestion may lead to dizziness, abdominal cramps, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, weakness, and convulsions. |
| Acute Health Effects: | May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Long term exposure to silver and silver salts can lead to the condition known as argyria - a general gray pigmentation of the skin and mucous membranes. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| 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: | none |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | To avoid raising dust, small spills may be mixed with diatomaceous earth, sand, vermiculite or other suitable inert material and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store solid in a tightly sealed container away from light. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear protective clothes and gloves. Consult glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators 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: | yellow pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 187.78 |
| Melting Point: | 432°C |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | 6.473 |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | insoluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
|---|---|
| Stability: | light sensitive |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | light exposure |
| Incompatibility: | chlorine and active metals |
| Decomposition Products: | none |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No information available in the RTECS files. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | no data |
| Mutagenic Effects: | no data |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | no data |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
|---|---|
| Shipping Name (CFR): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | NA |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | NA |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | NA |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | NA |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
|---|---|
| TSCA: | Listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title Compound: See category code N740 for reporting. |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| 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: | 9/15/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 7/29/2011 |