Product Name: Bromotris(Triphenylphosphine)Copper(I)
Synonyms: Copper(I) bromide triphenylphosphine complex
Chemical Formula: BrCu[P(C6H5)3]
CAS Number: 14708-99-7
Recommended Use: Catalysis, organometallic synthesis
Manufacturer/Distributor: Contact supplier for up-to-date information
Contact Information: Phone, email, and emergency line from supplier’s documentation
Emergency Telephone: Chemtrec or local emergency provider
Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation), skin and eye irritant, environmental hazard
GHS Label Elements: Pictogram: Exclamation mark and environmental hazard symbol
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin and eye irritation, toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements: Avoid ingestion, inhalation, and direct contact; wash hands thoroughly; use only with adequate ventilation; wear protective equipment
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may cause respiratory irritation, ingestion can result in gastrointestinal distress, skin or eye contact might provoke local irritation
Emergency Overview: Powder or crystalline solid, off-white to pale yellow, emits toxic fumes under fire conditions
Chemical Name: Bromotris(Triphenylphosphine)Copper(I)
Concentration: >98% by weight
CAS Number: 14708-99-7
Impurities/Additives: Usually none expected in reagent grade
Other Ingredients: No known significant non-active components present
Eye Contact: Rinse promptly and thoroughly with water for 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if possible, seek immediate medical advice
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin with copious amounts of water and soap, remove contaminated clothing, consult physician if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult, seek medical attention
Ingestion: Seek medical advice, rinse mouth, if conscious give water, do not induce vomiting unless instructed by physician
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, redness, coughing, gastrointestinal symptoms
Immediate Medical Attention/Special Treatment: Symptomatic treatment, support respiratory and cardiovascular function as needed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry powder, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet on burning powder can spread material
Specific Hazards: Produces toxic fumes of bromides and phosphine oxides under fire
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
Fire-Fighting Instructions: Avoid inhaling smoke, move containers away from fire if safe, cool with water spray
Explosion Data: Not known to be explosively sensitive, avoid dust buildup
Personal Precautions: Ventilate area, wear full chemical protective clothing including gloves, eye protection, and NIOSH certified respirator if dusting
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, avoid discharge into drains, waterways or soil
Methods for Cleaning Up: Collect by careful sweeping or vacuuming (using spark-proof equipment), place in closed containers for disposal, decontaminate area
Reference to Other Sections: Use recommendations provided in Exposure Controls and Disposal Considerations for safe handling of wastes
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid generating dusts, wear protective equipment, work in fume hood when possible, observe good laboratory practices
Conditions for Safe Storage: Keep container tightly sealed in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Avoid oxidizing agents, moisture, acids, halogens, strong alkali
Storage Temperature: Control around room temperature unless otherwise specified by supplier
Other Recommendations: Protect from light, label containers clearly and inspect regularly for leaks
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA, ACGIH, NIOSH, or EU workplace exposure limits for this compound
Engineering Controls: Handle in chemical fume hood, ensure adequate exhaust ventilation and dust collection
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves or chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, long pants, closed-toe shoes, chemical safety goggles
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or dusting occurs
Hygiene Measures: Keep hands away from face and mouth, change contaminated clothing, wash hands before breaks and after use
Appearance: Solid, crystalline, off-white to pale yellow
Odor: Odorless or faintly aromatic
Odor Threshold: Not applicable
pH: Not available
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Decomposes before melting, above 200°C (approximate, substance dependent)
Boiling Point: Not applicable
Flash Point: Not established
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Material not classified as flammable, but may burn with difficulty
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not available
Relative Density: Varies, usually 1.5 - 1.7 g/cm3
Water Solubility: Practically insoluble
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not self-igniting
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C, forms toxic fumes
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures if protected from moisture and air
Reactivity: Reactive with strong oxidizers, acids, halogens, alkali metals
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Contact with incompatible materials can result in hazardous decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged exposure to air, moisture, and heat
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidants, acids and halogens
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Bromines, oxides of copper and phosphorus, toxic fumes
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if ingested, skin and mucous membrane irritant, LD50 data not available for this compound, related copper compounds have LD50 (oral, rat) around 20-200 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes local irritation, may produce redness and itching
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes local irritation, may result in pain, redness, and tearing
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Prolonged exposure can provoke sensitivities
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Insufficient data for this material or its major components
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Not adequately studied
STOT-single/repeated exposure: Chronic exposure to copper salts can affect liver and kidneys, phosphine derivatives can impact respiratory function
Aspiration Hazard: Not a recognized aspiration toxin
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to persist in water and soil, does not biodegrade readily
Bioaccumulative Potential: Copper and phosphine ligands can bioaccumulate in aquatic life
Mobility in Soil: Limited mobility due to low solubility, accumulates in sediment
Other Adverse Effects: Copper ions disrupt aquatic ecosystems, phosphorus compounds threaten water quality
Product Disposal: Collect and store residues and waste in sealed, labeled containers; dispose of at authorized chemical waste facility
Contaminated Packaging: Decontaminate before re-use, or dispose of as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Do not release into sewers, drains or natural waterways
Waste Codes: Assign based on local, regional, state, and national regulations
UN Number: On review, not assigned for this complex as a specific shipping name
UN Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, N.O.S. (contains Bromotris(Triphenylphosphine)Copper(I))
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)
Packing Group: III
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant
Transport in Bulk: Use organization or supplier recommendation
Special Precautions: Avoid spillage, handle containers with care, comply with all regulatory requirements
EU Regulations: Not specifically listed in Annexes of REACH; falls under general chemical safety standards
US Regulations: Not listed on TSCA inventory as pure compound, but falls under reporting for copper and phosphorus compounds
Other Inventories: Compliance with country-specific requirements advised
Labeling Requirements: GHS and local hazard pictograms, warning statements, emergency contact
Restriction/Prohibition of Substance: Not authorized for food, drug, or medical use; requires trained personnel handling
SARA Title III Sections 302, 304, 313: Copper compounds often subject to reporting, verify based on current volume and jurisdiction
