Bromoacetic acid
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Bromoacetic acid
| Information |
| Product name |
Bromoacetic acid |
| English synonyms |
RARECHEM AL BO 0099;MONOBROMOACETIC ACID;Bromaceticacid;bromoacetateion;bromoacetic;bromo-aceticaci;bromoaceticacid,solution;Bromoethanoic acid |
| CAS No. |
79-08-3 |
| Molecular formula |
C2H3BrO2 |
| Molecular weight |
138.95 |
| EINECS No. |
201-175-8 |
| Structural formula |
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| Physicochemical properties |
| Melting point |
46-49 °C |
| Boiling point |
208 °C(lit.) |
| Density |
1 |
| Vapor pressure |
1 mm Hg @ 550C |
| Refractive index |
1.4804 (estimate) |
| Flash point |
>110°C |
| Storage |
Store below +30°C. |
| Solubility |
The solubility of the substance in chloroform is 10%, and it is clear and colorless |
| Appearance |
Crystalline lumps or crystalline powder, flakes, crystals, and/or blocks |
| Color |
white to yellow |
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| Use |
Bromoacetic acid is a derivative of acetic acid, commonly used as an intermediate in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. It can be utilized to prepare triazole fungicides such as imazalil and propiconazole. Furthermore, it can also be applied in the production of pesticides and pharmaceuticals, enabling the production of its ester compounds. |