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POTASSIUM BROMATE
ICSC: 1115
Peer-Review Status: 24.11.2003 Validated
 
CAS #: 7758-01-2 RTECS #: EF8725000
UN #: 1484
EC #: 035-003-00-6
EINECS #: 231-829-8
 		    Formula: KBrO3
Molecular mass: 167.0

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible but enhances combustion of other substances. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  NO contact with combustible substances or reducing agents.  Use water in large amounts. 
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with combustible substances or reducing agents.    In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Nausea. Vomiting.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles.   
EC Classification
Symbol: O, T; R: 45-9-25; S: 53-45; Note: E 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 5.1; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-51S1484.
NFPA Code: H1; F0; R0; OX.  		Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents, powdered metals and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS OR POWDER. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. The substance is a strong oxidant. It reacts violently with combustible and reducing materials. Reacts violently with aluminium, disulfur dibromide, arsenic, carbon, copper, metal sulfides, phosphorus and sulfur. This generates fire hazard. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Ingestion could cause effects on the kidneys and central nervous system. This may result in renal failure, respiratory depression and hearing loss. The effects may be delayed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes at 370°C
Melting point: 350°C
Density: 3.27 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 7.5   		 

NOTES
Will turn shock-sensitive if contaminated with organic substances.
Rinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Potassium bromate (WHO Food Additives Series 18)
       Potassium bromate (WHO Food Additives Series 24)
       Potassium bromate (WHO Food Additives Series 30)
       POTASSIUM BROMATE (JECFA Evaluation)
       Potassium Bromate  (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 40, 1986)