N-Propyl Bromide(nPB)
It is a colourless liquid that is used as a solvent. It has a characteristic hydrocarbon odour. It is miscible in ethanol and diethyl ether.
- Other Names
- 1 – Bromopropane, propyl bromide, bromo-propane, bromomethylethane
- Chemical Formula
- C3H7Br
- CAS No
- 106-94-5
- Molar Mass
- 123 g/mol
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless Liquid |
| Assay | 99 % - min |
| Moisture | 0.5 % - max |
| Boiling Point | 60 °C |
| Specific Gravity At 25°C | 1.31 - 1.36 |
| Iso Propyl Bromide | 0.05 % - max |
| N - Propanol | 0.020 % - max |
Applications:
N – Propyl Bromide is used as an intermediate in inorganic synthesis and in agricultural chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
It is also used as an organic cleaning solvent for degreasing, precision cleaning, electronics, adhesives, and metal cleaning.
Used as a flame retardant in the blowing agents of some foams, as a diluents in the manufacturing of medicinal tablets. Used as a solvent in aerosol formulations.
‘