Bromoacetic acid

Independent reference data for Bromoacetic acid (CAS 79-08-3), compiled from public chemistry databases.

Registry identifiers across databases

Computed descriptors

Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used to induce fruit for citrus fruit harvesting; [CAMEO] Used in organic syntheses; [HSDB] Used to make fine chemicals and as a biocide (cleaning products, disinfectants, and pest control products); [ECHA REACH Registrations]Using Disinfectants or Biocides [Category: Clean]

Synonyms and trade names

BROMOACETIC ACID; 2-Bromoacetic acid; 79-08-3; Acetic acid, bromo-; Monobromoacetic acid; Bromoethanoic acid; To NTU; Bromoacetate ion; Acide bromacetique; 2-Bromoacetyl Group; 2-bromoethanoic acid; Monobromessigsaeure; Kyselina bromoctova; alpha-Bromoacetic acid; Bromo-acetic acid; Bromoacetic acid, solid

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H301, H311, H314, H317, H331, H400, H318, H371

H301: Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]

H311: Toxic in contact with skin [Danger Acute toxicity, dermal]

What the public record says

Bromoacetic acid · CAS 79-08-3 · C2H3BrO2. UNII 2B3HS32431. Boiling Point: 208; Boiling Point: 208 °C; Boiling Point: 208 °C @760 [mm Hg].

Physical description and handling notes

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