Agent Name |
Boron tribromide |
CAS Number |
10294-33-4 |
Formula |
B-Br3 |
Major Category |
Toxic Gases & Vapors |
Synonyms |
Borane, tribromo-; Boron bromide; Boron bromide (BBr3); Tribromoborane; Tribromoboron; Trona; [ChemIDplus] UN2692 |
Category |
Other Toxic Gases & Vapors |
Description |
Colorless, fuming liquid with a sharp, irritating odor; [NIOSH] |
Sources/Uses |
Used as a catalyst in the production of diborane, high-purity boron, and semiconductors; [ACGIH] |
Comments |
Liquid will burn skin; [CHRIS] Toxic effects are similar to those of hydrogen bromide (which is released when BBr3 reacts violently with water). [ACGIH] A corrosive that can cause pulmonary edema; [ICSC] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
No |
TIH |
Yes |
Ceiling (ACGIH) |
1 ppm |
Explanatory Notes |
VP = 40 mm Hg at 14 deg C; [HSDB] |
Half Life |
Whole body (for boron taken orally): complete removed within 96 hrs; For bromide (depends on compound & route) whole body: 1 hr to 12 days; [TDR, p. 205, 214] |
Reference Link |
International Chemical Safety Cards (WHO/IPCS/ILO) |
Flammability (NFPA) |
0: will not burn |
Adverse Effects |
Toxic Pneumonitis |
Yes |
Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
Links to Other NLM Databases |
Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: BORON TRIBROMIDE
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