1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane
CAS Number79-27-6
Formula2
Mol. Weight345.65 g/mol
1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane
What is 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane?
1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane is a chemical compound with CAS number 79-27-6 and molecular formula 2. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane was used to prepare tribromoethene by dehydrohalogenation using sodium hydroxide in methanol1.
Specifications
Linear Formula
Br2CHCHBr2
Molecular Weight
345.65 g/mol
Assay/Purity
≥98.0% (GC)
Boiling Point
119 °C/15 mmHg(lit.)
Density
2.967 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS06Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H302-H315-H319-H330-H412
Precautionary Statements
P260-P273-P284-P305 + P351 + P338-P310
Required PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
Melting Point
−1-1 °C(lit.)
EC Number
201-191-5
WGK Germany
2
Frequently Asked Questions
Alternative Names & Synonyms
2-Tetrabromoethane,79-27-6, Br2CHCHBr2