Chemical Name: 8-Bromooctanoic Acid
Synonyms: Octanoic acid, 8-bromo-; Caprylic acid, 8-bromo-
CAS Number: 1768-25-4
Recommended Use: For research, chemical synthesis, industrial preparation
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GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, dermal), Skin/Irritation, Eye Damage/Irritation
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin; causes skin irritation; causes serious eye irritation
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Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; wear gloves, eye and face protection; wash thoroughly after handling; avoid inhalation of dust, fume, or vapor
Chemical Name: 8-Bromooctanoic Acid
CAS No.: 1768-25-4
Purity: ≥97%
Hazardous Components: 8-Bromooctanoic Acid is the only constituent considered hazardous under criteria of OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
General Advice: Remove contaminated clothing and seek medical advice right away if exposure occurs
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air; seek medical attention if discomfort develops
Skin Contact: Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing, wash area with soap and water, seek medical care if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids apart, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, get medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention if you feel unwell, provide physician with product label if available
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet may spread product
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic vapors under fire conditions (carbon oxides, hydrogen bromide, bromine gases)
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water, prevent runoff from fire control from entering waterways or drains
Personal Precautions: Avoid breathing dust or vapor, use adequate ventilation, wear protective clothing including gloves and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Keep product out of drains, waterways, and soil
Methods for Cleanup: Scoop up and collect spill in a dry, clean, labeled container for disposal, clean spill area with plenty of water after removal, ventilate area, avoid creating airborne dust
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, wash hands after use
Storage: Store tightly closed in original container, keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, avoid exposure to excessive heat and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers
Incompatibilities: Store away from bases, strong oxidizers, and reducing agents
Engineering Controls: Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep airborne concentrations low
Eye/Face Protection: Wear tightly fitting safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Wear suitable chemical-resistant gloves and lab coat
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirators if risk of inhalation
Hygiene Measures: Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse, do not allow product to contact skin, eyes, or clothing
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Characteristic, faint
Odor Threshold: No data available
pH: No data available
Melting Point: 48-54°C
Boiling Point: 286°C at 760 mmHg (estimated)
Flash Point: No data available
Flammability: Non-flammable under normal conditions
Vapor Pressure: <0.01 hPa at 20°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, more in alcohols and organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): No data available
Viscosity: Not applicable
Density: Approx. 1.4 g/cm³ at 25°C
Decomposition Temperature: No data available
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperature and storage conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under recommended handling and storage
Hazardous Reactions: No known hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, sources of ignition, moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, hydrogen bromide, bromine vapors
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin (exact LD50 not available)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Can cause irritation upon direct contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Expected to cause eye irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: May cause allergic responses in sensitive individuals
Chronic Effects: No long-term effects listed by regulatory agencies for this material
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not listed as mutagenic by standard databases
Reproductive Toxicity: No data indicating reproductive risk
Other Data: No additional studies available, precaution advised for all chemical exposures
Ecotoxicity: No specific data available, treat as potential hazard to aquatic systems
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, persistence in soil/water possible
Bioaccumulative Potential: Data not available, bioaccumulation cannot be excluded
Mobility in Soil: Limited due to low water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release and contamination of water bodies
Waste Disposal: Dispose as hazardous chemical waste according to local, regional, and national regulations
Container Disposal: Rinse containers thoroughly before recycling or disposing, do not reuse for other materials
Special Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled entry into the environment, consult waste disposal professionals for best practices
UN Number: Not regulated for ground, sea, or air transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not classified
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant under standard regulations
Special Precautions: Secure packaging to prevent spillage during transport, transport in original or compatible sealed containers
OSHA: Classified as hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed or exempt on the US TSCA Inventory
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting under Sections 302, 304, or 313
California Proposition 65: Not listed as a known carcinogen or reproductive toxin
REACH Status (EU): Substance or use may be subject to registration; users in Europe should confirm status with supplier
Other Regulations: Consult national, state, and local regulations for additional restrictions or requirements
