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Bromine pentafluoride
HMT May 2026Bromine pentafluoride
Bromine pentafluoride, BrF5, is an interhalogen compound and a fluoride of bromine. It is a strong fluorinating agent. BrF5 finds use in oxygen isotope analysis. Laser ablation of solid silicates in the presence of BrF5 releases O2 for subsequent analysis. It has also been tested as an oxidizer in liquid rocket propellants and is used as a fluorinating agent in the processing of uranium. Wikipedia
| Emergency Response Guide No. 144 |
Hazardous Materials Table
Source: 49 CFR §172 (2026/05)(3) Hazard Class5.1Oxidizers |
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(1) Symbols This entry is signed with plus (+). The plus (+) sign fixes the proper shipping name, hazard class and packing group for that entry without regard to whether the material meets the definition of that class, packing group or any other hazard class definition. When the plus sign is assigned, it means that the material is known to pose a risk to humans. When a plus sign is assigned to mixtures or solutions containing a material where the hazard to humans is significantly different from that of the pure material or where no hazard to humans is posed, the material may be described using an alternative shipping name that represents the hazards posed by the material. An appropriate alternate proper shipping name and hazard class may be authorized by the Associate Administrator. |
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| B9 | |
| B14 | |
| B30 | |
| T22 | |
| TP2 | |
| TP13 | |
| TP38 | |
| TP44 |
(8) Packing Authorizations (§173.***) 
| (8A) Exceptions | None | |
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| (8B) Non-bulk | 228 | see 49 CFR §173.228 |
| (8C) Bulk | 244 | see 49 CFR §173.244 |
(9) Quantity Limits 
| (9A) Passenger aircraft/rail | Forbidden |
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| (9B) Cargo aircraft only | Forbidden |
(10) Vessel stowage 
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| (10B) Other |
Segregation chart for load, transport, and storage
This chart shows whether loading, transport, or storage with other hazard classes is permitted, prohibited, or restricted. Based on 49 CFR §177.848.
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| Must not be loaded, transported, or stored together in the same vehicle or facility. | |
| May be loaded, transported, or stored together. | |
| May be loaded, transported, or stored together only with restrictions. |

