Bromomethyl 4-methoxyphenyl ketone
Agent Name
Bromomethyl 4-methoxyphenyl ketone
CAS Number
2632-13-5
Formula
C9-H9-Br-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-(4-methoxyphenyl)-; [ChemIDplus] 2-Bromo-4'-methoxyacetophenone; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] 4-Methoxyphenacyl bromide; omega-Bromo-4-methoxyacetophenone; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] UN3261
Category
Aromatic Ketones, Halogenated
Description
Off-white crystalline powder with an irritating odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns and lachrymation; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "4-Acetylanisole."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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