Name | Cyanogen bromide |
Synonyms | BROMOCYAN BROMOCYANE Bromocyanide BROMOCYANIDE cyanic bromide BROMINE CYANIDE Cyanogen bromide CYANOGEN BROMIDE Cyanogenbromidewhitextl Cyanogen bromide solution |
CAS | 506-68-3 |
EINECS | 208-051-2 |
InChI | InChI=1/CBrN/c2-1-3 |
Molecular Formula | CBrN |
Molar Mass | 105.92 |
Density | 1.443g/mLat 25°C |
Melting Point | 50-53 °C (lit.) |
Boling Point | 61-62 °C (lit.) |
Flash Point | 61.4°C |
Water Solubility | decomposed slowly by cold H2O [HAW93] |
Solubility | Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethanol, diethyl ether, benzene and acetonitrile. |
Vapor Presure | 100 mm Hg ( 22.6 °C) |
Vapor Density | 3.65 (vs air) |
Appearance | Solution |
Color | White |
Odor | Penetrating odor |
Exposure Limit | No exposure limit is set. However, on the basis of the exposure limits of related compounds a ceiling limit of 0.5 ppm (2 mg/m3) is recommended. |
Merck | 14,2693 |
BRN | 1697296 |
Storage Condition | 2-8°C |
Stability | Stable. Reacts violently with water and with mineral and organic acids. |
Sensitive | Moisture & Light Sensitive |
Refractive Index | 1.4670 (estimate) |
Use | Used as bactericide and military gas, also for the preparation of cyanide, Organic synthesis |
Risk Codes | R26/27/28 - Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R34 - Causes burns R50/53 - Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. R40 - Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect R11 - Highly Flammable R36/37 - Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. R32 - Contact with acids liberates very toxic gas R51/53 - Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. |
Safety Description | S53 - Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use. S28 - After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap-suds. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S45 - In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.) S60 - This material and its container must be disposed of as hazardous waste. S61 - Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions / safety data sheets. S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S7/9 - S29 - Do not empty into drains. S7 - Keep container tightly closed. |
UN IDs | UN 3390 6.1/PG 1 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | GT2100000 |
FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 8-17-19-21 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 28530090 |
Hazard Class | 6.1 |
Packing Group | I |
Toxicity | LCLO inhal (human) 92 ppm (398 mg/m3; 10 min)LCLO inhal (mouse) 115 ppm (500 mg/m3; 10 min) |