Product Name: 1,6-Dibromohexane
Chemical Family: Aliphatic dibromoalkane
Synonyms: Hexamethylene dibromide, Hexane-1,6-dibromide
Chemical Formula: C6H12Br2
Molecular Weight: 247.97 g/mol
CAS Number: 629-03-8
Recommended Use: Intermediate in organic synthesis, laboratory chemical
Manufacturer: Name and address of the chemical supplier
Emergency Phone Number: Local and national emergency numbers for hazardous materials
Hazard Classification: Acute toxicity (oral), acute toxicity (dermal), skin irritation, eye irritation
Label Elements: Signal word: Danger
Hazard Pictograms: Skull and crossbones, exclamation mark
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, harmful in contact with skin, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapor or dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves and eye protection, do not eat or drink near product
Other Hazards: Combustible liquid, can irritate respiratory tract
Chemical Name: 1,6-Dibromohexane
Purer Content: 98% and above
CAS Number: 629-03-8
Impurities: Trace organics, water content less than 0.5%, other halogenated alkanes under 0.1%
Ingredient Classification: Pure substance
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, continue flushing, seek medical attention
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash with soap and water for minimum 15 minutes, consult physician if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, provide oxygen or artificial respiration if breathing is difficult, seek medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, give water to dilute, seek immediate medical advice
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, cough, shortness of breath, headache
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for possible delayed pulmonary effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam, do not use water jet
Specific Hazards: Combustion may generate toxic bromine gas, hydrogen bromide, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical protective clothing
Special Precautions: Move containers from fire area if it can be done without risk, cool exposed containers with water spray
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, avoid inhalation or skin contact, wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and respirator
Spill Cleaning Methods: Absorb liquid with inert material such as sand, collect in tightly closed containers, ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into rivers, drains, and soil, inform authorities in case of large spills
Decontamination: Wash area of spill thoroughly with water and detergent
Handling: Use only in well ventilated areas or fume hoods, wear suitable gloves and safety goggles, prevent vapor formation or inhalation
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, ventilated place, away from heat, ignition sources, direct sunlight, and incompatible substances like strong oxidizers
Container Requirements: Keep in tightly closed containers made of compatible material such as glass or HDPE, label containers clearly
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, prohibit eating, drinking, or smoking nearby
Exposure Limits: No official workplace exposure limits, minimize exposure as much as possible
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, safety showers, eyewash stations
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, compatible chemical resistant gloves (nitrile or PVC), protective clothing, if airborne concentration is high use NIOSH-approved respirator
Environmental Exposure Controls: Use spill trays, contain process emissions, dispose of waste properly
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, sweetish
Odor Threshold: Not defined
pH: Not available
Melting Point: -11 °C
Boiling Point: 268 °C
Flash Point: 114 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Combustible
Vapor Pressure: 0.01 mmHg at 25 °C
Vapor Density: >1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.525 g/cm3
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 3.1
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 375 °C
Decomposition Temperature: Not defined
Viscosity: Not determined
Reactivity: Reacts with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling, may decompose slowly on prolonged exposure to air or light
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, static discharge, moisture
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, bromine, carbon oxides
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected
Acute Toxicity: Harmful by ingestion, skin or eye contact, LD50 oral (rat): approximately 560 mg/kg
Skin Irritation: Causes irritation, redness, pain
Eye Irritation: Causes serious eye irritation, conjunctivitis
Inhalation: May cause nasal and respiratory tract irritation, coughing, dizziness
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure linked to liver or kidney effects, potential mutagenicity from related halogenated alkanes
Carcinogenicity: Not classed as carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP or OSHA
Other Information: Not enough information for detailed chronic toxicity evaluation in humans
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term negative effects to aquatic environments
Mobility in Soil: Moderately mobile, may persist and leach through soil
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, may persist in environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Likely to bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms due to log Kow above 3
Other Adverse Effects: May disrupt aquatic food chain, no specific data for effects on birds or mammals
Product Disposal: Incinerate or contract with licensed chemical waste disposal company, do not dispose to drains, environment, or regular trash
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly, puncture or crush to disable, incinerate or deliver to hazardous waste facility
Regulatory Requirements: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national waste regulations
UN Number: 2810
UN Proper Shipping Name: Toxic liquid, organic, n.o.s. (contains 1,6-Dibromohexane)
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (toxic substances)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Toxic
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Environmental Hazards: Dangerous to aquatic life
Special Precautions: Protect containers from physical damage, segregate from incompatible goods
OSHA: Product classified as hazardous, subject to applicable provisions for reporting, labeling, and use
TSCA: Listed
REACH: Subject to registration if imported or manufactured in Europe
WHMIS (Canada): Classified D1B (toxic), D2B (irritant)
SARA Title III (Sections 302, 311/312, 313): Not listed as TPQ EHS, covered under hazardous chemical storage
California Proposition 65: Not listed
International Inventories: Registered or notified in most major chemical inventories
Other Local or National Requirements: Check specific rules in each jurisdiction
