Molekula
2-Phenoxyethyl bromide
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2-Phenoxyethyl bromide is an aromatic alkyl halide used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly for preparing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a mild odor, valued for its reactivity in nucleophilic substitution reactions. This chemical has a CAS number of 589-10-6, a molecular formula of C8H9BrO, and a molecular weight of 201.06 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions but requires proper handling due to its warning-level hazards. Molekula supplies 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline |
| Assay | >98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 65 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 11852955 |
| CAS Number | 589-10-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-bromoethoxybenzene |
| EC Number | 209-634-4 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5OCH2CH2Br |
| Molecular Weight | 201.06 |
| Exact Mass | 199.9837 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C(C=C1)OCCBr |
| InChIKey | JJFOBACUIRKUPN-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H9BrO/c9-6-7-10-8-4-2-1-3-5-8/h1-5H,6-7H2 |
| PubChem CID | 68526 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29093060 |
| Tariff Code | 2909303890 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces - No smoking
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- (2-Bromoethoxy)benzene
- 1-(2-bromoethoxy)benzene
- 1Bromo2phenoxyethane
- 2-Bromoethyl phenyl ether
- 3-BROMOETHOXYBENZENE
- Benzene, (2-bromoethoxy)-
- beta-Bromophenetole
- beta-Phenoxyethyl bromide
- Phenetole, beta-bromo-
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide commonly used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, including the preparation of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals like surfactants and dyes.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide?
The chemical formula is **C₆H₅OCH₂CH₂Br**, and the molecular weight is **201.06 g/mol**.
What safety classification does 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide have?
The product is labeled with the **signal word 'Warning'** under GHS classification, indicating moderate hazard.
How should 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, light, and incompatible substances.
Does Molekula supply 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options—please contact our sales team for specific quantities and pricing.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2-Phenoxyethyl bromide?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list.
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