1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane

Independent reference data for 1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane (CAS 35691-65-7), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

CIR ingredient: Methyldibromo GlutaronitrileEuxyl K-400 is a biocide used in cosmetics, cleaning solutions, glues, paints, and metalworking fluids. Sensitization reported in masseurs, a beautician, an offset printer, machinists, and a hospital cleaner; [Kanerva, p. 1795]

Synonyms and trade names

1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane; 35691-65-7; Bromothalonil; 2-BROMO-2-(BROMOMETHYL)PENTANEDINITRILE; Methyldibromoglutaronitrile; Tektamer 38; Tektamer; 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)glutaronitrile; BBMG; MDBGN; Metacide 38; Tektamer 38AD; Tuopai DM 01; 1-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-1,3-propanedicarbonitrile; Pentanedinitrile, 2-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; Cosmoguard

Regulatory listings held on file

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS FDA Inventory of Food Contact Substances Listed in 21 CFR: FCS CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Preservative
GHS notification summary	1.1% (15 / 1350)

GHS hazard classification

GHS notification summary	1.1% (15 / 1350)
Reported hazard statements	H302 (98.5%), H315 (81%), H317 (57.7%), H318 (89%), H400 (42.9%), H411 (12.7%)

This chemical does not meet GHS hazard criteria for 1.1% (15 of 1350) of reports.

H302 (98.5%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]

What the public record says

1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane · CAS 35691-65-7 · C6H6Br2N2. UNII YX089CPS05. Boiling Point: 212 °C; Melting Point: 52 °C; Melting Point: 51-52 °C.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.