Bromine pentafluoride |
Synonyms & Trade Names Bromine fluoride |
CAS No. 7789-30-2 |
RTECS No. EF9350000 |
DOT ID & Guide 1745 144 |
FormulaBrF5 |
Conversion 1 ppm = 7.15 mg/m3 |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 0.1 ppm (0.7 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Colorless to pale-yellow, fuming liquid with a pungent odor. [Note: A colorless gas above 105°F. Shipped as a compressed gas.] |
MW: 174.9 |
BP: 105°F |
FRZ: -77°F |
Sol: Reacts violently |
VP: 328 mmHg |
IP: ? |
Sp.Gr: 2.48 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Liquid, but a very powerful oxidizer. |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Acids, halogens, arsenic, selenium, sulfur, glass, organic materials, water [Note: Reacts with all elements except inert gases, nitrogen & oxygen.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; corneal necrosis; skin burns; cough, dyspnea (breathing difficulty), pulmonary edema; liver, kidney injury |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, liver, kidneys |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0974
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