2-Bromoethyl methyl ether
Agent Name
2-Bromoethyl methyl ether
CAS Number
6482-24-2
Formula
C3-H7-Br-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1-Bromo-2-methoxyethane; 2-Methoxyethyl bromide; Ethane, 1-bromo-2-methoxy-; Ether, 2-bromoethyl methyl (8CI); [ChemIDplus] UN3271
Category
Halogenated Ethers
Description
Colorless or pale yellow liquid; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
A skin and strong eye irritant; A lachrymator; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "beta-Chloroethyl methyl ether."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Ethers, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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