General Information
Revision date
2017-05-22
Product name
4`-Bromoacetophenone
Product Synonyms
1-(4-Bromophenyl)ethanone; 1-Acetyl-4-bromobenzene
CAS No.
99-90-1
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Dusts and Mists Category 4 Skin Corrosion/irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Respiratory Sensitization Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Respiratory system.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Harmful if swallowed Harmful if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection
Response
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Rinse mouth
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified