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Thionyl bromide, 97%
Description
Thionyl bromide is used as a brominating agent in organic synthesis. It is used in the bromination of alfa-beta-unsaturated carbonyl compounds. It is also used to prepare alkyl bromides from alcohols.
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Thionyl bromide is used as a brominating agent in organic synthesis. It is used in the bromination of alfa-beta-unsaturated carbonyl compounds. It is also used to prepare alkyl bromides from alcohols.
Solubility
Miscible with benzene, toluene and ether.
Notes
Moisture and light sensitive. Store in a cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with water, hydrobromide, acetone and alcohol.It hydrolyzes readily to release hydrogen bromide.
Specifications
Specifications
| Boiling Point | 47°C to 49°C (20mmHg) |
| Melting Point | -52°C |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| UN Number | UN3264 |
| Merck Index | 14,9347 |
| Solubility Information | Miscible with benzene,toluene and ether. |
| Formula Weight | 207.88 |
| Percent Purity | 97% |
| Odor | Acrid |
| Refractive Index | 1.675 |
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