1,2-Dibromoethylene
Agent Name
1,2-Dibromoethylene
CAS Number
540-49-8
Formula
C2-H2-Br2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1,2-Dibromoethene; 2-Bromovinyl bromide; Acetylene dibromide; Ethene, 1,2-dibromo-; Ethylene, 1,2-dibromo-; sym-Dibromoethylene; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Halogenated Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Description
Colorless liquid; [HSDB] Decomposes in air, moisture, or light; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Research chemical; [HSDB]
Comments
Inhalation of high concentrations can cause CNS depression; A lachrymator; [HSDB] Causes skin burns; Toxic if ingested, absorbed through skin, or inhaled; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
31 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: