2-Bromotoluene

Agent Name
2-Bromotoluene
CAS Number
95-46-5
Formula
C7-H7-Br
Major Category
Solvents
2-Bromotoluene formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1-Bromo-2-methylbenzene; 1-Methyl-2-bromobenzene; 2-Methylbromobenzene; 2-Tolyl bromide; Benzene, 1-bromo-2-methyl-; Toluene, 2-bromo-; Toluene, o-bromo-; o-Bromotoluene; o-Methylphenyl bromide; o-Tolyl bromide; o-Tolylbromide; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Brominated Solvents
Description
Colorless liquid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent for fats, waxes, and resins; Also used as a chemical intermediate and research chemical; [HSDB]
Comments
May cause liver injury; [HSDB] A skin and eye irritant; [CAMEO] An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
1.04 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 79 deg C; [HSDB] VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
high ambient temp required

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: