2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- CAS Number
- 52-51-7
- HSN Code
- 29053990
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6BrNO4
- Catalogue Number
- AL0901
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 199.99 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol appears as white crystals. Ignite easily and burn readily.
Also known as Bronopol, 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0901
- CAS Number
- 52-51-7
- Molecular Formula
- C3H6BrNO4
- Molecular Weight
- 199.99 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29053990
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 131.5 °C; Boiling point: 152 °C at 760 mmHg; Flash point: 167 °C; Density: Relative density (water = 1): 1.9; Solubility: In water, 2.5X10+5 mg/L at 22 °C.
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm plastic bottle, 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- Catalogue No.
- AL0901
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 52-51-7
- EC Number
- 200-143-0
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 603-058-00-2
- Chemical Formula
- C3H6BrNO4
- HSN Code
- 29053990
- Synonyms
- Bronopol, 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Antimicrobial preservative in cosmetics and personal care products.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Dam. 1; STOT SE 3; Aquatic Acute 1
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 2450 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Irritant, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H315: Causes skin irritation; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause skin sensitization.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- CAS No.
- 52-51-7
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; potential allergic reactions.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use personal protective equipment as required.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use in a well-ventilated area. If exposure limits are exceeded, use appropriate respiratory protection.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White
- Odour
- Odorless
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- 131.5 °C
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 152 °C at 760 mmHg
- Flash point
- 167 °C
- Auto-ignition temperature
- No data available
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable solid
- Vapour pressure
- 1.26X10-5 mm Hg at 20 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- No data available
- Density
- Relative density (water = 1): 1.9
- Solubility
- In water, 2.5X10+5 mg/L at 22 °C
- Log Pow
- 0.18
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- No data available
- Oxidising properties
- No data available
- Explosive limits
- No data available
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Avoid strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Slightly hygroscopic. Stable under normal storage conditions, but unstable in aluminum containers.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen bromide and nitrogen oxides. Reacts with some metals, amines and alkaline compounds.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic and corrosive fumes, including hydrogen bromide and nitrogen oxides.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Mouse oral 350 mg/kg; LD50 Rat (female) oral 342 mg/kg; LD50 Rat (male) oral 307 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H318: Causes serious eye damage
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 3241
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 3241
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 3241
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 3241
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 3241
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- 2-Bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 4.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a preservative reference compound in cosmetic and personal-care formulation research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01991
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 199.99 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | White Crystals | White Crystals |
| Assay | Min 98% | 98.26% |
| Melting point | 130-133 °C(lit.) | 131 °C(lit.) |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. 131.5 °C; b.p. 152 °C at 760 mmHg | ≤ 1% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | In water, 2.5X10+5 mg/L at 22 °C |
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