2-Bromo-6-methylphenol - Names and Identifiers
2-Bromo-6-methylphenol - Physico-chemical Properties
Molecular Formula | C7H7BrO
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Molar Mass | 187.03 |
Density | 1.51 |
Melting Point | 16 °C |
Boling Point | 208 °C |
Flash Point | 79.532°C |
Vapor Presure | 0.153mmHg at 25°C |
Appearance | clear liquid |
Color | Colorless to Light orange to Yellow |
pKa | 8.78±0.10(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature |
Refractive Index | 1.5680-1.5720 |
2-Bromo-6-methylphenol - Introduction
2-Bromo-6-methylphenol, also known as 6-methyl-2-bromophenol, is an organic compound. The following is a description of its nature, use, formulation and safety information:
Nature:
-Appearance: 2-Bromo-6-methylphenol is a colorless to light yellow crystalline solid.
-Solubility: Its solubility in water is low, and in organic solvents (such as ethanol, dimethylformamide) solubility is better.
-Melting point: Its melting point is about 49-50 degrees Celsius.
Use:
-Chemical reagent: 2-bromo-6-methylphenol is used as a reagent in organic synthesis and is often used in the bromination reaction of phenol.
-Flame retardant: Due to its bromine atom, it is widely used as a flame retardant for electronics, plastics and other materials.
-Pharmaceutical field: It is used to synthesize certain drug intermediates, such as anti-tumor drugs.
Preparation Method:
-2-Bromo-6-methylphenol is usually obtained by reacting 3-methylphenol with hydrogen bromide. The reaction conditions can be carried out using formic acid as a catalyst, and the reaction temperature is generally room temperature.
Safety Information:
-2-bromo-6-methylphenol has low acute toxicity to human body under general conditions, but protective measures still need to be paid attention.
-During use or storage, avoid contact with strong oxidants to avoid toxic or explosive gases.
-Prolonged contact may cause irritation and corrosion to the skin and eyes, so use appropriate personal protective equipment (such as lab gloves, goggles, etc.) during operation.
-When handling the compound, please follow the safe operation procedures and dispose of it correctly in accordance with local regulations.
Last Update:2024-04-09 21:04:16