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2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic acid

2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic acid chemical structure
CAS Number2052-01-9
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight167.00 g/mol

What is 2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic acid?

2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 2052-01-9. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic acid was used in the synthesis of dextran macroinitiator for atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP) by partial esterification of hydroxyl group of the polysaccharide1.

Specifications

Linear Formula

(CH3)2CBrCOOH

Molecular Weight

167.00 g/mol

Assay/Purity

98%

Boiling Point

198-200 °C(lit.)

Solubility

alcohol: soluble
cold water: very slightly soluble
diethyl ether: soluble

Safety Information

GHS05GHS05
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H314

Precautionary Statements

P280-P305 + P351 + P338-P310

Required PPE

Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator type N100 (US), Gloves, respirator cartridge type N100 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges

Melting Point

44-47 °C(lit.)

EC Number

218-139-2

WGK Germany

3

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