[A12402] CAS 539-74-2 | Ethyl 3-bromopropionate, 99%

CAS : 539-74-2
MDL : MFCD00000251
EINECS : 208-724-0

Other name :

3-Bromopropionic acid ethyl ester

Chemical Properties

Formula : BrCH2CH2CO2CH2CH3
Formula weight : 181.03
Boiling Point : 67-71°/10mm
Flash point : 79°(174°F)
Density : 1.416
Refractive Index : 1.4520
Sensitivity : Light Sensitive. Ambient temperatures.
Form : Liquid
Solubility : Soluble in water, alcohol, chloroform, benzene.

Literature References

Undergoes a “homo-Reformatsky” coupling with carbonyl compounds leading to -lactones. The homoenolate can be generated with various lanthanide metals, La, Ce, Nd or Sm: J. Org. Chem., 55, 1628 (1990): Cyclopropanols may be synthesized by reaction of ß-halo esters with Grignard reagents and SmI2: Tetrahedron Lett., 32, 7691 (1991).

Notes

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Store away from strong oxidizing agents, Bases, Reducing agentsOther References:Beilstein: 1700933

Grade Specifications

Grade Specifications

Hazard Statements : H315-H319-H335-H227Causes skin irritation.Causes serious eye irritation.May cause respiratory irritation.Combustible liquid.
Precautionary Statements : P210-P305+P351+P338-P302+P352-P321-P405-P501aKeep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.Specific treatment (see label).Store locked up.Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.