3-Bromopropionic acid
Agent Name
3-Bromopropionic acid
CAS Number
590-92-1
Formula
C3-H5-Br-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2-Carboxyethyl bromide; 3-Bromopropanoic acid; 3-Bromopropionic acid; Propanoic acid, 3-bromo-; Propionic acid, 3-bromo-; beta-Bromopropanoic acid; beta-Bromopropionic acid; [ChemIDplus] UN3261
Category
Organic Acids
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] Pale yellow crystals; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used in chemical production and research; [HSDB]
Comments
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] Causes burns; Inhalation of high concentration may cause chemical pneumonitis; Toxic by ingestion; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
Melting point = 62.5 degrees C; [HSDB] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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