Ethyl 2-bromopropionate
Agent Name
Ethyl 2-bromopropionate
CAS Number
535-11-5
Formula
C5-H9-Br-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Ethyl alpha-bromopropionate; 2-Bromopropanoic acid ethyl ester; alpha-Bromopropionic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-bromopropanoate; Ethyl alpha-bromopropanoate; Ethyl-2-bromopropionate; 2-Bromopropanoic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl (1)-2-bromopropionate; Propanoic acid, 2-bromo-, ethyl ester; Propionic acid, 2-bromo-, ethyl ester (6CI,7CI,8CI); [ChemIDplus] UN2920
Category
Halogenated Esters
Description
Liquid with a sharp pungent odor; Yellows on light exposure; [Merck Index] Clear light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
Causes burns and lachrymation; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Methyl dichloroacetate."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive liquid, flammable, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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