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Bromoacetic acid

IUPAC: 2-bromoacetic acid

C2H3BrO2 Acids CAS 79-08-3
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Formula / NotationC2H3BrO2
CAS Number79-08-3
Molecular Weight138.95
Melting Point50 °C
Boiling Point208 °C
DensityDensity: 1.9335 at 50 °C
Solubility1750000 mg/L (at 25 °C)
AppearanceBromoacetic 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 As2-bromoacetic acid; 2-Bromoacetic acid; 79-08-3; Acetic acid, bromo-; Monobromoacetic acid; Bromoethanoic acid; To NTU; Bromoacetate ion; Acide bromacetique; 2-Bromoacetyl Group
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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

C2H3BrO2

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

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.. Molecular formula: C2H3BrO2. Molecular weight: 138.95 g/mol. Boiling point: 208 °C. Melting point: 50 °C. Density: Density: 1.9335 at 50 °C. Solubility: 1750000 mg/L (at 25 °C). Vapor pressure: 0.11 [mmHg]. LogP: 0.4.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point50 °C
Boiling Point208 °C
DensityDensity: 1.9335 at 50 °C
Molecular Weight138.95
Solubility1750000 mg/L (at 25 °C)
AppearanceBromoacetic 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

Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.

Safety Information

Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Bromoacetic acid
Formula C2H3BrO2
CAS Number 79-08-3
Molecular Weight 138.95
Category Acids
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

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.

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