| Agent Name |
Phosphorus tribromide |
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| CAS Number |
7789-60-8 |
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| Formula |
Br3-P |
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| Major Category |
Other Classes |
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| Synonyms |
Phosphorus bromide; Phosphorus (III) bromide; Phosphorus tribromide; Tribromophosphine; [ChemFinder] |
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| Category |
Phosphorus Compounds |
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| Description |
Colorless to yellow liquid with a very penetrating odor; [HSDB] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a catalyst and in chemical analysis and synthesis; [HSDB] |
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| Comments |
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] Inhalation can cause severe irritation of lungs; [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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| Explanatory Notes |
VP = 10 mmHg at 47.8 degrees C; [HSDB] |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
0: will not burn |
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| Adverse Effects |
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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: PHOSPHORUS TRIBROMIDE
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