| Agent Name |
Bromine trifluoride |
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| CAS Number |
7787-71-5 |
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| Formula |
Br-F3 |
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| Major Category |
Toxic Gases & Vapors |
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| Synonyms |
Bromine fluoride; Bromine trifluoride; [ChemFinder] UN1746 |
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| Category |
Oxidizers |
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| Description |
A colorless to yellow, fuming liquid with a pungent odor; [CAMEO] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a solvent and fluorinating agent; Used in uranium enrichment and fuel element reprocessing; [HSDB] |
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| Comments |
Highly corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] 100 ppm is a lethal concentration for some laboratory animals. High inhalation exposure can induce pulmonary edema. [HSDB] Can cause severe burns ot skin and eyes; A severe respiratory tract irritant; [CAMEO] |
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| Reference Link |
HSDB |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| TIH |
Yes |
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| Explanatory Notes |
VP =18 mm Hg at 39 degrees C; [HSDB] |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
0: will not burn |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Toxic Pneumonitis |
Yes |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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| Links to Other NLM Databases |
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| Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: BROMINE TRIFLUORIDE
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