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2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid

2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid chemical structure
CAS Number565-74-2
FormulaN/A
Mol. Weight181.03 g/mol

What is 2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid?

2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 565-74-2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

2-Bromo-3-methylbutyric acid has been used in the preparation of optically active N-methylvalines1.

Specifications

Linear Formula

(CH3)2CHCHBrCOOH

Molecular Weight

181.03 g/mol

Assay/Purity

97%

Boiling Point

124-126 °C/20 mmHg(lit.)

Solubility

alcohol: soluble(lit.)
diethyl ether: soluble(lit.)
water: very slightly soluble(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS05GHS05
GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H302-H312-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

39-42 °C(lit.)

EC Number

209-291-0

WGK Germany

3

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