Material Safety Data Sheet: Bismuth Tribromophenate

Identification

Product Name: Bismuth Tribromophenate
Synonyms: Xeroform, Bismuth(III) Tribromophenate, Tribromophenol Bismuth Salt
Chemical Formula: C6H2Br3BiO2
CAS Number: 1304-82-1
Recommended Use: Antiseptic, medical and pharmaceutical applications, component in wound dressings
Supplier Identification: Company name, address, phone number, emergency phone number

Hazard Identification

GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous by GHS criteria
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritation
Pictograms: No symbol required under GHS
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation of dust, prevent contact with eyes and skin, wash contaminated body parts thoroughly after handling
Other Hazards: Environmental hazard potential with prolonged or large discharge; may be harmful in aquatic ecosystems if improperly disposed

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: Bismuth Tribromophenate
Common Names: Xeroform
CAS Number: 1304-82-1
EC Number: 215-131-4
Concentration: 99% or greater as commercial material
Impurities: Trace inorganic salts, no ingredients classified as hazardous apart from main component

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing as needed, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash affected area with soap and water, seek medical care if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with running water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, consult a physician if irritation or pain continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth and drink water; do not induce vomiting; call for medical advice if feeling unwell
Note to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for signs of irritation or sensitization

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Avoid using a direct water jet
Hazardous Combustion Products: Oxides of bismuth, bromide vapor, phenoxide compounds, carbon oxides
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, protective gloves, and firefighting gear
Additional Advice: Fight fire from a safe distance, avoid inhaling fumes; contain run-off to prevent contamination of waterways

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Use protective gloves, dust mask or respirator, safety goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent substance from entering drains, sewers, surface water, and soil
Methods for Cleaning Up: Gently sweep or scoop up spilled powder, minimize dusting, place collected material in properly labeled container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash spill site with water after material pickup is complete
Other Considerations: Dispose of gloves and cleanup materials safely, avoid use of water jets that disperse powder

Handling and Storage

Handling: Wear prescribed personal protective equipment, work in a well-ventilated area or use local exhaust, avoid generating airborne dust, wash hands after handling
Storage Conditions: Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated location, keep containers tightly sealed, segregate from strong acids, alkalis, and oxidizers
Packaging Materials: Use non-reactive, air-tight packaging, label containers clearly
Additional Information: Keep out of reach of children, prevent contamination of food and beverages, avoid eating or smoking in work areas storing chemical

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA PEL, ACGIH TLV, or NIOSH REL for this compound, minimize exposure to dust as precaution
Engineering Controls: Use laboratory fume hood or local exhaust, maintain good general ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear rubber or nitrile gloves, laboratory coat, dust mask or NIOSH-approved respirator for particulates, safety goggles or face shield
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks, after handling chemical, change contaminated clothing as soon as possible
Environmental Controls: Use closed systems or dust collection where feasible, prevent material release to environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Fine yellow-orange crystalline powder
Odor: Slightly medicinal, phenolic odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable (insoluble in water)
Melting Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Boiling Point: Not determined (decomposes)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not considered flammable as a solid
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol and chloroform
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not measured
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Bulk Density: Around 2.3 g/cm³
Auto-ignition Temperature: No data
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C with emission of bromide fumes and phenol derivatives

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under dry conditions, sensitive to moisture over time
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizing agents, acids, and alkalis to release toxic or irritating fumes
Conditions to Avoid: Overheating, moisture, incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizers, bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Bismuth oxides, bromides, phenol derivatives, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide released on combustion or decomposition

Toxicological Information

Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: No human LD50 data; low acute toxicity based on animal studies for similar organobismuth compounds
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritation possible with repeated or heavy contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Irritation or redness possible
Respiratory Sensitization: Sensitive individuals may develop cough or runny nose
Chronic Effects: Prolonged skin exposure may lead to dryness or dermatitis; no strong evidence for mutagenicity or carcinogenicity
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Pre-existing skin or respiratory conditions may worsen
Additional Data: Not classified as hazardous by US OSHA or EU guidelines, but general laboratory care recommended; no targeted adverse effects documented in human medical literature

Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Limited specific data; organobismuth compounds are usually nonpersistent but can affect aquatic life at high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Poor water solubility; expected to settle in sediment, not readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low likelihood, bismuth does not significantly bioaccumulate; phenolic components may bioaccumulate at low rates
Mobility in Soil: Immobilizes in soil and sediment; unlikely to migrate through groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to waterways, possible risk to aquatic organisms through large, chronic exposures

Disposal Considerations

Disposal Methods: Collect and seal material for treatment at licensed chemical waste facility
Waste Codes: Assign appropriate code based on regional/national requirements
Contaminated Packaging: Treat containers as hazardous unless properly cleaned; puncture and triple-rinse before disposal or recycling
Precautions: Avoid discharge to environment; do not allow material or contaminated water to enter sewers, surface or ground water
Additional Information: Consult local and national hazardous waste regulations for permissible disposal options

Transport Information

UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Bismuth Tribromophenate
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant under IMDG Code
Special Precautions for Transport: Keep dry, handle containers with care to prevent rupture and dust release
Transport Labels: None required
Additional Transport Info: Handle according to standard laboratory chemical transport practices to prevent damage or contamination

Regulatory Information

TSCA (US): Listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
EINECS (EU): Listed (215-131-4)
SARA Title III (US): Not a reportable substance
REACH (EU): Exempted as medicinal chemical, otherwise requires registration for commercial use
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other National/Local Regulations: Comply with all applicable occupational health, safety, and environmental guidelines; maintain updated site documentation of use and storage as required by local regulations
Labeling Requirements: Product labeling follows OSHA, GHS, and local regulatory agency requirements for chemical substances