Product Name: 2-(2-Bromoacetyl)Thiophene
Chemical Formula: C6H5BrOS
CAS Number: 13689-12-6
Product Code: Varies by supplier
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, research, and development only
Manufacturer: Listed by supplier or distributor
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to local poison control or emergency services
Contact Information: Address and telephone specific to supplier
GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (Oral, Inhalation), Skin and Eye Irritant
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, health hazard
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if inhaled or swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapors, wear protective gloves, eye protection, wash hands after handling
Possible Symptoms: Sore throat, coughing, redness or pain in eyes or skin after contact
Chemical Name: 2-(2-Bromoacetyl)Thiophene
CAS Number: 13689-12-6
Concentration: Greater than 97%
Impurities: Trace amounts of solvents, byproducts depending on synthesis
Synonyms: 2-(Bromoacetyl)thiophene
Molecular Weight: 205.08 g/mol
General Advice: Seek medical attention if unwell, carry MSDS to doctor
Inhalation: Remove the affected person to fresh air, keep comfortable, contact a physician if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids, consult a physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical advice
Delayed Effects: Potential for respiratory distress, long-term sensitization with repeated exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or foam
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes (Br2, SOx, CO) under fire conditions
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Special Procedures: Avoid breathing fumes, keep upwind, remove containers from area if safe
Explosion Risks: Not known to be explosive but use caution if material has been heated or if vapors accumulate
Personal Precautions: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves and goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage, avoid discharge into environment, keep material from drains
Cleanup Methods: Use inert absorbent material, sweep up and place in a suitable container for disposal, ventilate the area, clean surfaces high in thoroughness, decontaminate with soapy water or appropriate neutralizer
Handling: Work in a chemical fume hood, avoid skin and eye contact, use only with adequate ventilation, do not breathe dust, prevent accidents by keeping away from incompatible substances
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, keep tightly closed, keep away from strong bases, oxidants, acids, and ignition sources; protect from moisture, label containers clearly
Incompatibles: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, water sensitive compounds
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust, mechanical ventilation, or fume hood
Personal Protection: Nitrile gloves, lab coat or apron, chemical safety goggles
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator for dust or vapor, use adequate ventilation
Exposure Limits: No OSHA, NIOSH, or ACGIH exposure limits established
Hygiene Measures: Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking while working, wash hands before breaks and after work
Appearance: Pale yellow to light brown powder or crystalline solid
Odor: Not significant or characteristic
Melting Point: 63–68 °C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents (ethanol, acetone)
Flash Point: Not established
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Other Properties: Stable under recommended conditions, sensitive to light and moisture, may decompose to form toxic gases under heat
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature and pressure under normal storage
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, open flame, prolonged light exposure
Incompatible Materials: Strong alkalies, acids, oxidizers, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: Hydrogen bromide, bromine, carbon oxides, sulfur oxides
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization reported
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin, eye, ingestion
Acute Effects: Harmful if swallowed or inhaled, irritating to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes
Chronic Effects: Data lacking on chronic toxicity, repeated contact may cause dermatitis or allergic reactions
LD50 (Oral): Not established for this compound, moderate toxicity expected based on structure
Carcinogenicity: No data, not listed by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not reported
Other Health Effects: May cause respiratory sensitization in susceptible individuals, eye and skin effects reversible with prompt first aid
Ecotoxicity: No data for this compound, related organobromine compounds show toxicity to aquatic life
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to persist in environment, partial breakdown under sunlight or microbial action
Bioaccumulation Potential: Moderate, based on structure and related thiophenes
Mobility in Soil: Likely moderate, may leach through soil or sediments
Other Environmental Hazards: Avoid release to waterways, may interfere with aquatic organisms or cause long-term effects
Waste Handling: Collect and store in secure chemical waste containers, dispose via licensed chemwaste contractor, do not pour down drains
Disposal Method: Incineration preferred after mixing with flammable solvent in a chemical incinerator with afterburner and scrubber
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse and dispose as hazardous waste, follow local regulations on hazardous laboratory chemicals
Regulatory Notes: Follow regional, national, and local hazardous waste disposal requirements
UN Number: Not assigned specifically for this compound, ship as “Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s.” if necessary
Transport Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances)
Packing Group: III (Low Danger)
Proper Shipping Name: Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. (2-(2-Bromoacetyl)Thiophene)
Special Precautions: Ensure tightly closed in secure containers, prevent spillage or leakage, label packages clearly
Transport Labels: Toxic substances, hazard pictogram required
OSHA Status: No specific standard, classified under hazardous laboratory chemicals
TSCA Inventory: This chemical may not appear on the US TSCA inventory
International Regulations: Check EINECS, DSL, and local inventory lists for compliance
SARA/Title III: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance or under any reporting requirements
Safety Assessment: Users must take personal responsibility in tracking chemical safety, risk management applies especially for new or custom research compounds
Labeling: Standard GHS hazard and precautionary labeling practices
