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Bromocresol green

IUPAC: 2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol

C21H14Br4O5S Indicators CAS 76-60-8
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Formula / NotationC21H14Br4O5S
CAS Number76-60-8
Molecular Weight698.0
Also Known As2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol; 76-60-8; BROMCRESOL GREEN; Tetrabromo-m-cresolphthalein sulfone; 3',3'',5',5''-Tetrabromo-m-cresolsulfonephthalein; DTXSID9044459; 8YGN0Y942M; NSC-7817; Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis(2,6-dibromo-3-methyl-, S,S-dioxide; DTXCID7024459
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What is Bromocresol green?

Bromocresol green (C21H14Br4O5S) is a chemical indicator. It has a molecular weight of 698.0 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol.

Formula & Notation

C21H14Br4O5S

IUPAC Name: 2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol

Other Names / Synonyms: 2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol; 76-60-8; BROMCRESOL GREEN; Tetrabromo-m-cresolphthalein sulfone; 3',3'',5',5''-Tetrabromo-m-cresolsulfonephthalein; DTXSID9044459; 8YGN0Y942M; NSC-7817; Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis(2,6-dibromo-3-methyl-, S,S-dioxide; DTXCID7024459

Properties & Characteristics

Molecular formula: C21H14Br4O5S. Molecular weight: 698.0 g/mol. LogP: 6.5.

Uses & Applications

Used as a pH indicator in acid-base titrations, analytical chemistry, and chemical education demonstrations.

Safety Information

May be irritant or toxic in concentrated form. Handle with care. Consult SDS before use.

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

Key Facts

Term Bromocresol green
Formula C21H14Br4O5S
CAS Number 76-60-8
Molecular Weight 698.0
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Synonyms 2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol; 76-60-8; BROMCRESOL GREEN; Tetrabromo-m-cresolphthalein sulfone; 3',3'',5',5''-Tetrabromo-m-cresolsulfonephthalein; DTXSID9044459; 8YGN0Y942M; NSC-7817; Phenol, 4,4'-(3H-2,1-benzoxathiol-3-ylidene)bis(2,6-dibromo-3-methyl-, S,S-dioxide; DTXCID7024459

Frequently Asked Questions

Bromocresol green (C21H14Br4O5S) is a chemical indicator. It has a molecular weight of 698.0 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,6-dibromo-4-[3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxy-2-methylphenyl)-1,1-dioxo-2,1lambda6-benzoxathiol-3-yl]-3-methylphenol.

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