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2-Bromo-6-nitrotoluene

2-Bromo-6-nitrotoluene chemical structure
CAS Number55289-35-5
FormulaCH3C6H3(NO2)Br
Mol. Weight216.03 g/mol

What is 2-Bromo-6-nitrotoluene?

2-Bromo-6-nitrotoluene is a chemical compound with CAS number 55289-35-5 and molecular formula CH3C6H3(NO2)Br. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

2-Bromo-6-nitrotoluene has been used:
• as starting reagent in total synthesis of N-acetyl methyl ester of (±)-clavicipitic acids1
• in synthesis of carbazomadurin A, highly oxygenated neuronal cell protecting carbazole alkaloid2

Specifications

Linear Formula

CH3C6H3(NO2)Br

Molecular Weight

216.03 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Boiling Point

143 °C/22 mmHg(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Melting Point

38-40 °C(lit.)

EC Number

259-566-4

WGK Germany

3

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