| Formula / Notation | C2H3BrO2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 79-08-3 |
| Molecular Weight | 138.95 |
| Melting Point | 50 °C |
| Boiling Point | 208 °C |
| Density | Density: 1.9335 at 50 °C |
| Solubility | 1750000 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Bromoacetic acid appears as colorless crystals. Melting point 51 °C. Density 1.93 g / cm3. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Poisonous by ingestion. Used to cause drop of citrus fruit in harvesting. |
| Also Known As | 2-bromoacetic acid; 2-Bromoacetic acid; 79-08-3; Acetic acid, bromo-; Monobromoacetic acid; Bromoethanoic acid; To NTU; Bromoacetate ion; Acide bromacetique; 2-Bromoacetyl Group |
| Category | Acids |
What is Bromoacetic acid?
Bromoacetic acid (C2H3BrO2) is an acid that appears as Bromoacetic acid appears as colorless crystals. Melting point 51 °C. Density 1.93 g / cm3. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Poisonous by ingestion. Used to cause drop of citrus fruit in harvesting.. It has a molecular weight of 138.95 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-bromoacetic acid. Boiling point: 208 °C. Melting point: 50 °C.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2-bromoacetic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: 2-bromoacetic acid; 2-Bromoacetic acid; 79-08-3; Acetic acid, bromo-; Monobromoacetic acid; Bromoethanoic acid; To NTU; Bromoacetate ion; Acide bromacetique; 2-Bromoacetyl Group
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 50 °C |
| Boiling Point | 208 °C |
| Density | Density: 1.9335 at 50 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 138.95 |
| Solubility | 1750000 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Bromoacetic acid appears as colorless crystals. Melting point 51 °C. Density 1.93 g / cm3. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Poisonous by ingestion. Used to cause drop of citrus fruit in harvesting. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Bromoacetic acid (C2H3BrO2) is an acid that appears as Bromoacetic acid appears as colorless crystals. Melting point 51 °C. Density 1.93 g / cm3. Corrosive to metals and tissue. Poisonous by ingestion. Used to cause drop of citrus fruit in harvesting.. It has a molecular weight of 138.95 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-bromoacetic acid. Boiling point: 208 °C. Melting point: 50 °C.
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Bromoacetic acid is: C2H3BrO2