3-Bromopropyl methyl ether (CAS NO.: 36865-41-5)
CAS NO.: 36865-41-5
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Application: Used as a precursor in organometallic chemistry to form organometallic reagents; employed in the preparation of pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals.
Description
Product Overview
3-Bromopropyl methyl ether (also known as 1-Bromo-3-methoxypropane or 1,3-Bromomethoxypropane) CAS No.: 36865-41-5 , with the chemical formula C₄H₉BrO and a molecular weight of 153.02 g/mol. It is a clear colorless to light yellow liquid. This compound belongs to the class of halo ethers and is primarily used in organic synthesis and as a reagent, though it is subject to safety regulations due to its flammable and irritant properties.
Properties
3-Bromopropyl methyl ether exhibits the following key physical and chemical properties:
- Physical State: Liquid (at room temperature).
- Appearance: Clear colorless to light yellow liquid.
- Odor: Not specified.
- Melting Point: Not available.
- Boiling Point: 132 °C.
- Density: 1.37 g/mL (at 25 °C).
- Solubility: Not available; likely soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and ether, insoluble in water.
- Stability: Stable under recommended temperatures and pressures; incompatible with strong oxidizing agents; hazardous decomposition products include carbon oxides and hydrogen bromide.
- Toxicity: Moderately toxic; causes skin irritation, serious eye irritation; may result in inflammation, redness, itching, or blistering; inhalation may cause respiratory irritation
Applications
The primary applications of 3-bromopropyl methyl ether include:
- Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Used as a precursor in organometallic chemistry to form organometallic reagents; employed in the preparation of pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals.
- Solvent: Serves as a solvent in various chemical processes.
- Other: Involved in the synthesis of fine chemicals and as a versatile reagent in laboratory settings.
Classification
The following table outlines the classification of 3-bromopropyl methyl ether based on chemical properties, uses, and regulations:
| Classification Type | Specific Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Class | Halo Ether (Bromoalkyl Ether) | A brominated alkyl ether, reactive in nucleophilic substitution reactions. |
| Usage Class | Organic Synthesis Reagent/Intermediate | Primarily used as a reagent and intermediate in chemical synthesis. |
| Hazard Class | Flammable Liquid (Category 3); Irritant | Flammable (H226); skin irritant (H315, Category 2), eye irritant (H319, Category 2A); Packing Group III. |
| Regulatory Class | Controlled Chemical (REACH, TSCA) | Listed under EU REACH and US TSCA; HS Code 29033990; subject to environmental and safety controls. |
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