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Chlorobromomethane  

French name in the regulation: Chlorobromométhane
CAS : 74-97-5
Synonyms: Bromochlorométhane

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV 200 1060 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

III : Weekly adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: Chlorobromomethane

Analysis:

Chlorobromométhane

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: NIOSH - 1003
Sampling device: Activated charcoal tube 100/50 mg
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,01-0,2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 5 L
STEL sampling volume: -
Remarks: This substance is not analyzed by our laboratories. It might be possible that the analysis be performed by another laboratory. Please contact the IRSST before sampling.
Principle: Gas chromatography with flame ionization detection (GC-FID)
NIOSH Manual of Analytical Methods, 4th ed, Method 1003, Hydrocarbons halogenated, 2003.