Ethyl Bromide
- CAS Number
- 74-96-4
- HSN Code
- 29036200
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5Br
- Catalogue Number
- AL2057
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 108.97 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Bromoethane is a bromoalkane that is ethane carrying a bromo substituent. It is an alkylating agent used as a chemical intermediate in various organic syntheses.
Also known as Bromoethane.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2057
- CAS Number
- 74-96-4
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5Br
- Molecular Weight
- 108.97 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29036200
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -118.4 °C; Boiling point: 38.2 °C; Flash point: -20 °C, -4 °F (Closed cup); Density: 1.4604 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: In water, 9,000 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 250 ml glass bottle, 500 ml glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Ethyl Bromide
- Catalogue No.
- AL2057
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 74-96-4
- EC Number
- 200-825-8
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 602-001-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- C2H5Br
- HSN Code
- 29036200
- Synonyms
- Bromoethane
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Ethylating agent and Grignard reagent precursor.
- 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
- Flam. Liq. 2; Acute Tox. 4; Carc. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6332 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable, Irritant, Health Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H332: Harmful if inhaled; H351: Suspected of causing cancer
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation and central nervous system effects.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Ethyl Bromide
- CAS No.
- 74-96-4
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly flush the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and respiratory distress.
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
- The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.
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. Ventilate and contain spill. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable metal containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- 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 incompatible materials. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.
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 appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Ether-like odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -118.4 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 38.2 °C
- Flash point
- -20 °C, -4 °F (Closed cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 952 °F (511 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 467 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 3.76 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.4604 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 9,000 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 1.61
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- 2.5 - 12.5% (v/v) in air
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and bases.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive gases. Reacts violently with oxidants, strong bases, aluminium, zinc and magnesium.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong bases, and amines.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions. - Carbon oxides, Hydrogen bromide gas.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LC50 Rat inhalation 27,000 ppm/1 hr; LC50 Mouse inhalation 16,230 ppm/1 hr; LD50 Mouse ip 2850 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- H351: Suspected of causing cancer
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- 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)
- 1891
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1891
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1891
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1891
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1891
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Ethyl Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Ethyl Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Ethyl Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Ethyl Bromide
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Ethyl Bromide
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
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 an ethylating reagent and Grignard reagent precursor in organic synthesis.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00681
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 108.97 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Density | 1.46 g/mL | 1.46 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 38.4 °C | 38.2 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Related Substances | Not more than 0.5% | 0.2% |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% For Synthesis grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% For Synthesis | ≥ 99% | m.p. -118.4 °C; b.p. 38.2 °C | ≤ 0.5% | Not applicable | Not more than 0.5% | In water, 9,000 mg/L at 25 °C |
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