Molecular Formula | C4H9Br |
Molar Mass | 137.02 |
Density | 1.22g/mLat 20°C(lit.) |
Melting Point | -20 °C |
Boling Point | 72 °C |
Flash Point | 65°F |
Water Solubility | insoluble |
Solubility | H2O: insoluble |
Vapor Presure | 179.9 hPa (25 °C) |
Appearance | Liquid |
Color | Clear colorless to yellow-brown |
Merck | 14,1555 |
BRN | 1730892 |
Storage Condition | Store below +30°C. |
Refractive Index | n20/D 1.4279(lit.) |
Physical and Chemical Properties | Density 1.221 melting point -20°C boiling point 72-74°C refractive index 1.4269-1.4289 flash point 18°C water-soluble insoluble |
Use | Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis |
Risk Codes | R11 - Highly Flammable R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S16 - Keep away from sources of ignition. S33 - Take precautionary measures against static discharges. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. |
UN IDs | UN 2342 3/PG 2 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | TX4150000 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 29033036 |
Hazard Class | 3 |
Packing Group | II |
NIST chemical information | Information provided by: webbook.nist.gov (external link) |
EPA chemical information | Information provided by: ofmpub.epa.gov (external link) |
uses | organic intermediates, solvents. Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis |
production method | tert-butanol is obtained by bromination. |
category | flammable liquid |
toxicity classification | poisoning |
acute toxicity | abdominal cavity-rat LD50: 4400 mg/kg; Abdominal cavity-mouse LD50: 1250 mg/kg |
flammability hazard characteristics | flammable in case of open flame, high temperature and oxidant; High heat decomposes toxic bromide gas |
storage and transportation characteristics | warehouse ventilation and low temperature drying; separate from oxidant |
fire extinguishing agent | dry powder, carbon dioxide, foam |
toxic substance data | information provided by: pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov (external link) |