1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone
Also known as: 1-(5-Bromopyridin-3-yl)ethanone, 3-Acetyl-5-bromopyridine, 3-Bromo-5-acetylpyridine, 5-Acetyl-3-bromopyridine, 5-Bromo-3-acetylpyridine, Ethanone, 1-(5-bromo-3-pyridinyl)-, MFCD03086033
1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone (CAS 38940-62-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6BrNO and a molecular weight of 200.04 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77-79°C, a boiling point of 279.3±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.7±23.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 38940-62-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-1368662-9
- Molecular Formula
- C7H6BrNO
- Molecular Weight
- 200.04 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 77-79°C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 279.3±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 122.7±23.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 198.963272 |
| PSA | 29.96000 |
| LogP | 1.63 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.558 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone?
The CAS number of 1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone is 38940-62-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone?
1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone has molecular formula C7H6BrNO and molecular weight 200.04 g/mol.
Is 1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone hazardous?
1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone?
For 1-(5-Bromo-3-pyridinyl)ethanone, Upstream Products: Methylmagnesium bromide, 3-Pyridinecarboxamide, 5-bromo-N-methoxy-N-methyl-, 5-Bromonicotinoyl chloride; Downstream Products: 2-(5-Bromopyridin-3-yl)propan-2-ol, 3-Bromo-5-ethylpyridine.
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