Bromine water, 500ml

Bromine water is an oxidizing, intense yellow-to-red mixture containing diatomic bromine (Br₂) dissolved in water (H₂O). It is often used as a reactive in chemical assays of recognition for substances which react with bromine in an aqueous environment with the halogenation mechanism, mainly unsaturated carbon compounds (carbon compounds with 1 or more double or triple bond(s)). The most common compounds that react well with bromine water are phenols, alkenes, enols, the acetyl group, aniline, and glucose. In addition, bromine water is commonly used to test for the presence of an alkene which contains a double covalent bond, reacting with the bromine water, changing its color from an intense yellow to a colorless solution. Bromine water is also commonly used to check for the presence of an aldehyde group in compounds. In this reaction, the color of bromine water is changed to yellow from colorless (oxidation process).

Hazard(s) identification

Acute toxicity (inhalation) Category 2

H330 Fatal if inhaled Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1A

H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1

H318 Causes serious eye damage Hazardous to the aquatic environment - Acute Hazard Category 1

H400 Very toxic to aquatic life

Precautionary statements

After inhalation: Move exposed individual to fresh air. Loosen clothing as necessary and position individual in a comfortable position. Seek medical advice if discomfort or irritation persists.

After skin contact: Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly. Seek medical attention irritation, discomfort or vomiting persists.

After eye contact: Protect unexposed eye. Rinse/flush exposed eye(s) gently using water for 15-20 minutes.Remove contact lens(es) if able to do so during rinsing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or concerned.

After swallowing: Rinse mouth thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting. Have exposed individual drink sips of water. Seek medical attention if irritation, discomfort or vomiting persists