Product Name: Sodium Bromide
Chemical Formula: NaBr
CAS Number: 7647-15-6
Recommended Use: Photographic processes, water treatment, oil well drilling fluids, chemical synthesis
Company Details: Manufacturer and distributor address and emergency contact phone numbers provided on packaging or invoice
Synonyms: Bromide salt of sodium, Sodium monobromide
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria
Acute Health Hazards: Possible mild irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract following significant exposure
Chronic Health Hazards: Prolonged or repeated ingestion can impact central nervous system, producing symptoms like drowsiness, headache, and irritability
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Pictograms: None required
Key Symptoms: Coughing, sore throat, shortness of breath, redness or pain in eyes or skin
Chemical Name: Sodium Bromide
Concentration: More than 99%
Impurities: May contain trace sodium chloride and sulfate, based on manufacturing process
Unique Identifiers: EINECS 231-599-9, UN 1494 (for shipping purposes)
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with gentle stream of clean water for at least 15 minutes; remove contact lenses if present; seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water; seek medical attention for ongoing discomfort or rash
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, loosen tight clothing, seek medical help if symptoms (such as coughing, breathing difficulty) persist
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, offer small sips of water; medical attention recommended, especially for children or if large amount swallowed
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically; monitor electrolytes if significant ingestion suspected
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide to extinguish fire
Specific Hazards: Non-combustible, though heated containers may release bromine vapors and create toxic fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need chemical splash suits, goggles, and breathing apparatus
Special Precautions: Move material from fire area if safe; dike runoff to prevent environmental contamination; cool exposed containers with water
Personal Precautions: Equip with gloves, goggles, dust mask or respirator; restrict access to affected area
Spill Cleanup: Sweep up dry material without creating dust clouds; shovel into appropriately labeled containers; avoid water where runoff into drains is possible
Environmental Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled release to surface water or groundwater; notify regulatory authorities if significant quantities enter environment
Disposal of Material: Collect for reuse or disposal in line with local regulations; minimize airborne dust
Handling: Work in well-ventilated area; avoid breathing dust or ingestion, avoid eye and skin contact; wear suitable protection
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed packaging, in cool, dry place away from acids and oxidizers; protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Incompatibilities: Keep apart from strong acids, alkali metals, and oxidizing substances
Packaging Materials: Use approved plastic or glass containers; avoid storing in metal containers that may corrode
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limit for NaBr; use good industrial hygiene practice
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to reduce dust concentrations in air; provide eye-wash stations
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear dust-proof goggles, gloves made of PVC or nitrile, lab coat or protective clothing; use respirator if dust generation likely
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; do not eat, smoke, or drink in work areas; change clothing if contaminated
Appearance: White, odorless, crystalline powder or granules
Odor: None
Melting Point: Approximately 755°C
Boiling Point: Over 1300°C (decomposes)
Solubility: Highly soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Density: 3.21 g/cm³
pH (5% solution): Near neutral (pH 6-8)
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable (solid at room temperature)
Other Properties: Non-volatile, non-flammable, stable under normal storage conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive moisture, heat, contact with acids or oxidizers
Hazardous Reactions: Contact with acids may produce toxic hydrogen bromide gas
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Bromine, sodium oxide, hydrogen bromide fumes under extreme heat
Incompatibles: Ammonium salts, strong oxidizing agents, nitric acid solutions
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): ~3500 mg/kg; effects may include abdominal pain, vomiting, nervous system depression
Skin and Eye Irritation: May cause mild irritation; not a sensitizer under normal conditions
Chronic Toxicity: Chronic ingestion can disturb central nervous system and thyroid function, especially at doses typical of medicinal or industrial misuse
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogen by OSHA, IARC, NTP
Other Effects: High exposure may lead to bromism (neurobehavioral effects, skin lesions)
Aquatic Toxicity: Moderately toxic to aquatic organisms, including algae, daphnia, and fish, at sustained high concentrations
Mobility: Soluble and mobile in water; can reach groundwater
Persistence and Degradability: Not biodegradable, but dissociates to bromide ion in water; long-term accumulation unlikely except in confined systems
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not significant due to high water solubility and rapid dissociation
Other Environmental Hazards: Discharges into natural waters can contribute to bromate formation during water treatment
Waste Disposal: Collect, label, and dispose of according to local, regional, and national regulations; avoid landfill without pre-treatment
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly, offer for recycling or disposal as non-hazardous waste if clean
Special Precautions: Prevent bulk releases to sewers or surface waters; contact licensed waste disposal company if unsure
Alternative Uses: Where possible, reuse in industrial processes to minimize waste generation
UN Number: UN 1494
Proper Shipping Name: Sodium Bromide
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated as a hazardous substance in most jurisdictions
Packing Group: Not assigned
Labels: No special labels usually required, though 'keep dry' or 'protect from moisture' stickers help in handling
Special Precautions During Transport: Prevent spills, keep container tightly closed, avoid contact with incompatible materials, store upright
Inventory Listing: Listed in TSCA, EINECS, DSL, AICS, and other chemical inventories
Regulatory Status: Not classified as a Schedule substance under Controlled Substances Act, not subject to ROTC, CERCLA reporting
Labeling Requirements: Standard workplace labels showing name, hazards, precautions, and emergency contacts
Other Regulations: Inspections for compliance with workplace safety (OSHA), environmental releases (EPA), and shipping safety (DOT/IMDG) regulations as required by region
SARA 311/312: Not a hazardous chemical by OSHA Section 311/312
REACH Registration: Registered for wide dispersive uses within the EU; Safety Data Sheet available upon request in the appropriate language
