2-Bromoethanol
Also known as: Ethylene bromohydrin, 2-bromo-1-ethanol, beta-bromoethyl alcohol, Glycol bromohydrin, 2-bromoethyl alcohol, 1-bromo-2-hydroxyethane, 2-hydroxyethyl bromide, Bromoethanol
2-Bromoethanol (CAS 540-51-2) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H5BrO and a molecular weight of 124.965 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -80 °C, a boiling point of 136.2±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 57.1±9.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H331 — Toxic if inhaled. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 540-51-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-1361291-3
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5BrO
- Molecular Weight
- 124.965 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -80 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 136.2±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.7±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 57.1±9.5 °C |
| Exact Mass | 123.952370 |
| PSA | 20.23000 |
| LogP | 0.23 |
| Additional Property | 4.3 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 3.2±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.482 |
| Additional Property | 1-5 g/100 mL at 19 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905590090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2905590090 other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Bromoethanol?
The CAS number of 2-Bromoethanol is 540-51-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromoethanol?
2-Bromoethanol has molecular formula C2H5BrO and molecular weight 124.965 g/mol.
Is 2-Bromoethanol hazardous?
2-Bromoethanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H331 — Toxic if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Bromoethanol?
For 2-Bromoethanol, Upstream Products: (2-Bromoethoxy)-tert-butyldimethylsilane, Ethylene glycol, 4-Bromo-1-butanol; Downstream Products: 2-(4-benzhydrylpiperazin-1-yl)ethanol, 2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-1H-benzo[de]isoquinoline-1,3(2H)-dione, 5-[Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole-2-butanoic acid ethyl ester.
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