Boron tribromide
- CAS Number
- 10294-33-4
- HSN Code
- 28129000
- Molecular Formula
- BBr3
- Catalogue Number
- AL0788
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 250.54 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Boron tribromide appears as a colorless, fuming liquid with a pungent odor. Boiling point 194 °F. Freezing point -51 °F. Very toxic by inhalation.
Also known as BBr3.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0788
- CAS Number
- 10294-33-4
- Molecular Formula
- BBr3
- Molecular Weight
- 250.54 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 28129000
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -46 °C; Boiling point: 91.3 °C; Density: 2.6 g/cu cm; Solubility: Soluble in carbon tetrachloride, sulfur dioxide (liquid), sulfur dichloride; moderately soluble in methylcyclohexane.
- Appearance
- Colorless, fuming liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Ventilation along the floor.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Boron tribromide
- Catalogue No.
- AL0788
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 10294-33-4
- EC Number
- 233-657-9
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- BBr3
- HSN Code
- 28129000
- Synonyms
- BBr3
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Used as a Lewis acid in organic synthesis.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 2; Skin Corr. 1A
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 25134 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Acute Toxic
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H300: Fatal if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H330: Fatal if inhaled
- Precautionary statements
- P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301+P316, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P320, P321, P330, P363, P403+P233, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Reacts violently with water, releasing toxic fumes.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Boron tribromide
- CAS No.
- 10294-33-4
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. Get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Corrosive effects on skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; may cause burns.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Contain spill and prevent entry into waterways. Use appropriate PPE.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle under strictly anhydrous conditions with appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Ventilation along the floor.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Sharp, irritating odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -46 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 91.3 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not specified
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 8.6
- Density
- 2.6 g/cu cm
- Solubility
- Soluble in carbon tetrachloride, sulfur dioxide (liquid), sulfur dichloride; moderately soluble in methylcyclohexane
- Log Pow
- Not specified
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Highly reactive with water and moisture; forms HBr and boric acid upon hydrolysis.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Trialkylboranes are stable indefinitely when stored under an inert atmosphere.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- May explode on heating. Decomposes on contact with alcohol. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen bromide.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Water, alcohols, amines, and strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition, emits toxic fumes of bromides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- Toxic by inhalation, skin contact, and ingestion.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 2692
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 2692
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 2692
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 2692
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 2692
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Boron tribromide
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Boron tribromide
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Boron tribromide
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Boron tribromide
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Boron tribromide
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 8
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- I
- Packing group (IMDG)
- I
- Packing group (IATA)
- I
- Packing group (ADN)
- I
- Packing group (RID)
- I
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a Lewis acid reagent for aryl ether demethylation and other organic synthesis applications.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01944
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 250.54 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Colorless to Amber liquid | Colorless to Amber liquid |
| Assay (metal basis) | Min. 99% | 99% |
| Melting point: | -46° | -46° |
| Boiling point: | 90° | 90° |
| Density: | 2.643 | 2.643 |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% For Synthesis | ≥ 99% | m.p. -46 °C; b.p. 91.3 °C | ≤ 0.5% | Not applicable | Not specified | Soluble in carbon tetrachloride, sulfur dioxide (liquid), sulfur dichloride; moderately soluble in methylcyclohexane |
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