Bromoethane (Ethylbromide)

Overview

Bromoethane (Ethylbromide)

Bromoethane, also known as ethyl bromide, is a transparent liquid widely used as a chemical intermediate in various industrial applications, including the production of pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediates as well as industrial additives. It is known for its unique production capability from pure bromine sourced from the Dead Sea.

Chemical Formula: C2H5Br

Chemical Properties

CAS Number: 74-96-4

Chemical Properties

Appearance: Clear liquid

Chemical Properties

Melting Point: -119°C

Chemical Properties

Boiling Point: 38.4°C

Chemical Properties

Specific Gravity: 1.458 g/cm³ at 20°C

Chemical Properties

Solubility in Water: Insoluble

Chemical Properties

Solubility in Other Solvents: organic solvents

Chemical Properties

Flash Point (Open Cup): -23°C

Chemical Properties

Assay (GC): Minimum 98%

Specifications

Color (APHA): Maximum 100

Specifications

Acidity (PPM as HCl): Maximum 30

Specifications

Water Content (KF): Maximum 0.1%

Specifications

Packaging

200 Kg Epoxy Coated Steel Drums

Packaged with 4 drums per pallet for industrial handling.

Key Benefits

Chemical Intermediate

Used extensively in Grignard chemistry.

Industrial & Pharma Grade

Available in both grades, ensuring versatility in application.

Unique Production Capability

Produced from pure bromine sourced from the Dead Sea.

ISO Certified Production

Ensures high-quality standards.

REACH Registered

Complies with EU chemical safety regulations.

Safety and Handling

Hazardous Properties

Due to its hazardous nature, appropriate safety measures should be taken when handling Bromoethane.

Storage

Store in a dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Use gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing to prevent direct contact.

Regulatory Compliance

ISO Certification

The production facility is ISO certified, ensuring adherence to international quality standards.

REACH Registration

Fully registered under the REACH regulation, ensuring compliance with EU chemical safety standards.

Uses of Bromoethane (Ethyl Bromide) in
the Pharmaceutical Industry

Intermediate in Drug Synthesis

Acts as an alkylating agent in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds
Used to introduce ethyl groups into molecules during drug development.

API Production

Utilized in the production of certain APIs that require bromine-containing structures
Key component in the synthesis of sedatives, local anesthetics, and anticonvulsants.

Chemical Reagent

Serves as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis for pharmaceutical research.

Facilitates the creation of complex chemical structures needed for new drugs.

Precursor in Synthesis

Used as a starting material for the synthesis of more complex brominated compounds.
Essential in creating intermediates for further pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

Solvent in Chemical Reactions

Occasionally used as a solvent in the preparation of certain pharmaceutical compounds.
Helps dissolve reactants to facilitate chemical reactions.

Radiolabeled Compounds

Employed in the synthesis of radiolabeled pharmaceuticals for diagnostic and research purposes.
Helps in the development of drugs that can be tracked within the body using imaging techniques

Herbicide and Pesticide Production

Utilized in the synthesis of certain herbicides and pesticides that are later formulated into drugs for veterinary use.
Provides bromine atoms necessary for the biological activity of these compounds.

Nucleophilic Substitution Reactions

Commonly used in nucleophilic substitution reactions to replace hydrogen atoms with bromine atoms in organic compounds.
Facilitates the creation of pharmaceuticals with desired chemical properties.