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Bromoacetic acid, 98+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Bromoacetic acid is used in organic synthesis and as an alkylating agent. It is also used as a biochemical for proteomics research. It is an important raw material and intermediate used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, dyes and agrochemicals.
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Bromoacetic acid is used in organic synthesis and as an alkylating agent. It is also used as a biochemical for proteomics research. It is an important raw material and intermediate used in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, dyes and agrochemicals.
Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol
Notes
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. It is hygroscopic in nature and sensitive to light and air. Handle and store under inert gas. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 44°C to 49°C |
| Density | 1.93 |
| Boiling Point | 207°C to 209°C |
| Flash Point | >110°C (230°F) |
| Odor | Pungent |
| Linear Formula | BrCH2CO2H |
| Quantity | 250 g |
| UN Number | UN3425 |
| Beilstein | 506167 |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic; Light sensitive |
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Safety and Handling
- Bromoacetic acid
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 3
- ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 A
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H301-Toxic if swallowed.
- H311-Toxic in contact with skin.
- H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H331-Toxic if inhaled.
- H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Bromoacetic acid
RUO – Research Use Only
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