Ethyl Bromide
Ethyl Bromide is a colourless volatile liquid. It is slightly soluble in water and denser than water. Miscible with ethanol, ether, chloroform and other organic solvents.
- Other Names
- Monobromoethane, bromoethane, bromic ether, 1-bromoethane
- Chemical Formula
- C2H5Br
- CAS No
- 74-96-4
- Molar Mass
- 108.96 g/mol
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless Liquid |
| Assay | 99 % - min |
| Moisture | 0.10 % - max |
| Boiling Point | 40°C |
| Specific Gravity At 25°C | 1.46 |
| pH | 6 - 7 |
Applications:
Ethyl Bromide used as an ethylating agent & as a solvent in the chemical & pharmaceutical industries. It is used as an refrigerant.
In ethylation of gasoline. It is used as an anesthetic, as a fumigant,etc.
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