BROMOBENZYL CYANIDES

A mixture of isomers: 2-bromobenzyl cyanide is a liquid (melting point 34°F); 3-bromobenzyl cyanide is a pale yellow crystalline solid melting at 77°F to give a colorless liquid; 4-bromobenzyl cyanide is a solid melting at 118°F. All are denser than water and insoluble in water. Hence sink in water. Lachrymator: the vapors are irritating to the eyes and mucous membranes. Exposure to high concentrations may be fatal. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion.

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Insoluble in water.

Excerpt from 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

Some of these materials may burn, but none ignite readily. Containers may explode when heated. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

Inhalation of vapors or dust is extremely irritating. May cause burning of eyes and lachrymation (flow of tears). May cause coughing, difficult breathing and nausea. Brief exposure effects last only a few minutes. Exposure in an enclosed area may be very harmful. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause environmental contamination. (ERG, 2020)

BROMOBENZYL CYANIDES may polymerize in the presence of metals and some metal compounds. Incompatible with acids. Mixing with strong oxidizing acids can lead to extremely violent reactions. Generally incompatible with other oxidizing agents such as peroxides and epoxides (peroxides convert nitriles to amides). Combination with bases can produce hydrogen cyanide. Hydrolyzed in both aqueous acid and base to give carboxylic acids (or salts of carboxylic acids). These reactions generate heat. Can react vigorously with reducing agents.

• Nitriles
• Aryl Halides

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Excerpt from 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

SPILL: If this material is being used as a weapon, see ERG Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances on the 159 datasheet for unassigned UN/NA numbers . Otherwise increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.

FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or regular foam.

LARGE FIRE: Water spray, fog or regular foam. If it can be done safely, move undamaged containers away from the area around the fire. Dike runoff from fire control for later disposal.

FIRE INVOLVING TANKS OR CAR/TRAILER LOADS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles. Do not get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks engulfed in fire. For massive fire, use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles; if this is impossible, withdraw from area and let fire burn. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

Do not touch or walk through spilled material. Stop leak if you can do it without risk.

SMALL SPILL: Pick up with sand or other non-combustible absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal.

LARGE SPILL: Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. (ERG, 2020)

Excerpt from ERG Guide 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Wear chemical protective clothing that is specifically recommended by the manufacturer when there is NO RISK OF FIRE. Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides thermal protection but only limited chemical protection. (ERG, 2020)

No information available.

Excerpt from 159 [Substances (Irritating)]:

Call 911 or emergency medical service. Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to protect themselves. Move victim to fresh air if it can be done safely. Give artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; wash face and mouth before giving artificial respiration. Use a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. Keep victim calm and warm. Effects should disappear after individual has been exposed to fresh air for approximately 10 minutes. (ERG, 2020)

• ACETONITRILE, BROMOPHENYL-
• ALPHA-BROMO-ALPHA-TOLUNITRILE
• ALPHA-BROMOBENZENEACETONITRILE
• ALPHA-BROMOBENZYL CYANIDE
• ALPHA-BROMOBENZYLNITRILE
• ALPHA-BROMOPHENYLACETONITRILE
• 2-BROMO-2-PHENYLACETONITRILE
• BROMOBENZYL CYANIDE
• BROMOBENZYL CYANIDES
• CA (CHEMICAL WARFARE AGENT)
• CAMITE