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Acetyl bromide
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Acetyl bromide is a reactive acyl halide (C2H3BrO, MW 122.95) used primarily as an acetylating agent in organic synthesis, including the preparation of esters, amides, and ketones. Beyond general synthetic chemistry, it is also used as a reagent in dye manufacturing. It serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical manufacturing. Store at ambient conditions. Hazard classification: Danger (causes severe skin burns and eye damage; reacts violently with water; harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects). Molekula supplies Acetyl bromide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 10636571
- CAS Number
- 506-96-7
- IUPAC Name
- acetyl bromide
- EC Number
- 208-061-7
- Molecular Formula
- C2H3BrO
- Molecular Weight
- 122.95
- Exact Mass
- 121.9367
- SMILES
- CC(=O)Br
- InChIKey
- FXXACINHVKSMDR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C2H3BrO/c1-2(3)4/h1H3
- PubChem CID
- 10482
Synonyms
- AcBr
- Acetic acid, bromide
- Acetyl bromide-1-13C
- Acetyl bromide-2-13C
- CH3COBr
- Ethanoyl bromide
- UN 1716
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Fuming liquid
- Odour
- Sharp unpleasant odor
- Melting Point
- -95.5 °C
- Boiling Point
- 74 °C
- Density
- 1.5 (relative, water = 1)
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in ether, chloroform, benzene
- Vapour Pressure
- 13 kPa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4486
Source: PubChem CID 10482 (HSDB, ICSC)
Frequently asked questions
What is acetyl bromide commonly used for in chemical synthesis?
Acetyl bromide is primarily used as an acetylating agent in organic synthesis, particularly for introducing acetyl groups into amines, alcohols, and other nucleophiles, and as a reagent in the preparation of ketones and esters.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of acetyl bromide?
The molecular formula is C₂H₃BrO, and the molecular weight is 122.95 g/mol.
How should acetyl bromide be stored?
Store acetyl bromide in a tightly sealed container at ambient temperature, away from moisture, oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials like water and strong bases.
What grades of acetyl bromide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies acetyl bromide in reagent-grade purity (typically ≥98%), suitable for laboratory and small-scale industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply acetyl bromide in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide acetyl bromide in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet your specific requirements—please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation is provided with an order of acetyl bromide?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability and compliance.
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