Material Safety Data Sheet
4-bromophthalonitrile
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: 4-bromophthalonitrile
Catalog Numbers: 86-43282

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#70484-01-4
Chemical Name : 4-bromophthalonitrile
Percent  98%
EINECS/ELINCS
Hazard Symbols: no data
Risk Phrases: not reported.

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. May irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. 

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Do not let this chemical enter the environment.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling: Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage: -20°C Freezer

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
Skin: Wear chemical splash goggles. Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent  skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
Respirators: Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: Solid
Color: Off-white
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point:: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: C8H3BrN2

Molecular Weight: 207.03

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: No data reported
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
RTECS#:     
CAS#70484-01-4:
LD50/LC50: RTECS:
CAS#70484-01-4 :
Carcinogenicity:
4-bromophthalonitrile,98% - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology: No information found
Other Studies:The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
a health hazard

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations 
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

Section 14 - Transport Information 
Shipping Name: not regular

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
      Hazard Class: no data
      Risk Phrases:
             Not reported
        Safety Phrases:
             Not reported

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.