Bromotrichloromethane, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Used in the bromination of benzylic positions under sunlamp irradiation. Employed as chain transfer agent for radical polymerization of methacrylates. It can also be employed as brominating reagent of active hydrogen compounds.

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Applications
Used in the bromination of benzylic positions under sunlamp irradiation. Employed as chain transfer agent for radical polymerization of methacrylates. It can also be employed as brominating reagent of active hydrogen compounds.

Solubility
Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.

Notes
Store away from oxidizing agents. Protect against electrostatic charges.

Specifications

• Melting Point: -6°C
• Density: 2.015
• Boiling Point: 104°C to 105°C
• Flash Point: None
• Odor: Chloroform-like
• Linear Formula: BrCCl₃
• Refractive Index: 1.506
• Quantity: 500 g
• UN Number: UN2810
• Beilstein: 1732543
• Solubility Information: Not miscible or difficult to mix in water.
• Formula Weight: 198.28
• Percent Purity: 97%
• Chemical Name or Material: Bromotrichloromethane

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