# NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Bromacil | CAS 314-40-9
C9H13BrN2O2 | RTECS YQ9100000
Synonyms & Trade Names 5-Bromo-3-sec-butyl-6-methyluracil, 5-Bromo-6-methyl-3-(1-methylpropyl)uracil | DOT ID & Guide
Exposure Limits | NIOSH REL: TWA 1 ppm (10 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL†: none
IDLH N.D. | Conversion 1 ppm = 10.68 mg/m3
Physical Description Odorless, colorless to white, crystalline solid. [herbicide] [Note: Commercially available as a wettable powder or in liquid formulations.]
MW: 261.2 | BP: Sublimes | MLT: 317°F (Sublimes) | Sol(77°F): 0.08%
VP(212°F): 0.0008 mmHg | IP: ? |  | Sp.Gr: 1.55
Fl.P: NA | UEL: NA | LEL: NA |
Noncombustible Solid, but may be dissolved in flammable liquids.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong acids (decomposes slowly), oxidizers, heat, sparks, open flames
Measurement Methods NIOSH 0500
Personal Protection & Sanitation Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench | First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations To be added later
Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, upper respiratory system; in animals: thyroid injury
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, thyroid
See also: INTRODUCTION