Bromine Pentafluoride Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Bromine Pentafluoride (BrF5). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Bromine Pentafluoride molecular formula

About Bromine Pentafluoride

Bromine pentafluoride is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is used as a fluorinating agent and as a solvent for various compounds.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Class 2.3, Division 5.1
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
N/A
Storage temperature
N/A
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Water, oxidizing agents

Flammable gas

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Bromine Pentafluoride

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Bromine Pentafluoride (BrF5). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Bromine Pentafluoride should account for its listed hazards (Class 2.3, Division 5.1), climate control needs (N/A), and segregation requirements. Water, oxidizing agents

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Boiling Point: 40.5 °C, Melting point -61.3°C

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Bromine Pentafluoride

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Bromine Pentafluoride be stored?

Store Bromine Pentafluoride in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Class 2.3, Division 5.1). Climate range guidance: N/A. Compatibility notes: Water, oxidizing agents US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Bromine Pentafluoride flammable?

Yes — Bromine Pentafluoride is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: N/A. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Bromine Pentafluoride?

Bromine Pentafluoride is listed as: Class 2.3, Division 5.1. Flammable gas

What fire suppression is recommended for Bromine Pentafluoride?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Bromine Pentafluoride (BrF5). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Bromine Pentafluoride storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Bromine Pentafluoride. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.