Molekula
5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane
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5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane, also known as Bronidox, is a brominated nitro heterocyclic compound used as an antimicrobial preservative, mainly in rinse-off cosmetics and toiletries and in some industrial formulations. It is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 212.00 g/mol, a molecular formula of C4H6O2BrNO2, and a CAS number of 30007-47-7. It should be stored at ambient temperature and is classified as a dangerous substance. Molekula supplies 5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Melting Point | 58 - 62°C |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Related Substances | ≤ 0.5% |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 99.0% |
| Free formaldehyde | ≤ 5ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 29750830 |
| CAS Number | 30007-47-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 5-bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane |
| EC Number | 250-001-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H6O2BrNO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 212.00 |
| Exact Mass | 210.948 |
| SMILES | C1C(COCO1)([N+](=O)[O-])Br |
| InChIKey | XVBRCOKDZVQYAY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6BrNO4/c5-4(6(7)8)1-9-3-10-2-4/h1-3H2 |
| PubChem CID | 1807 |
| UN Number | UN3261 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29329990 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1A) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
- H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- 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
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 1,3-Dioxane, 5-bromo-5-nitro-
- 5-Brom-5-nitro-1,3-dioxan
- 5-Bromo-5-nitro-m-dioxane
- Bronidox
- Bronidox L
- C4H6BrNO4
- m-DIOXANE, 5-BROMO-5-NITRO-
- MICROCIDE I
Frequently asked questions
What is 5-Bromo-5-nitro-1,3-dioxane used for?
It is primarily used as an antimicrobial preservative (Bronidox), mainly in rinse-off cosmetics and toiletries and in some industrial formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C4H6O2BrNO2 with a molecular weight of 212.00 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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