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1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene

Also known as: α,α'-Dibromo-m-xylene, m-Xylylene dibromide, 1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene, alpha,alpha'-Dibromo-meta-xylene, m-Xylylene bromide, m-(Bromomethyl)benzyl bromide, m-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene, alpha,alpha-Dibromo-m-xylene, m-Xylene, α,α'-dibromo-

1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene (CAS 626-15-3) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H8Br2 and a molecular weight of 263.957 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 74-77 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 258.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 138.1±21.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
626-15-3
Jingsj CID
J-1310180-9
Molecular Formula
C8H8Br2
Molecular Weight
263.957 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point74-77 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point258.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point138.1±21.0 °C
Exact Mass261.899261
LogP3.62
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.611
Additional Propertydioxane: 0.1 g/mL, clear, colorless

GHS Safety & Compliance

Irritant / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2903999090
Summary2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene?

The CAS number of 1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene is 626-15-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene?

1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene has molecular formula C8H8Br2 and molecular weight 263.957 g/mol.

Is 1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene hazardous?

1,3-Bis(bromomethyl)benzene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled.

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