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benzal bromide

Also known as: (Dibromomethyl)benzene, alpha,alpha-Dibromotoluene, Dibromophenylmethane, benzylene bromide, EINECS 210-543-7, MFCD00000130, alpha, alpha-Dibromophenylmethane, α,α-Dibromotoluene

benzal bromide (CAS 618-31-5) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H6Br2 and a molecular weight of 249.93100 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 111℃, a boiling point of 156ºC23 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.51 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of >110.0 °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 Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
618-31-5
Jingsj CID
J-1991648-4
Molecular Formula
C7H6Br2
Molecular Weight
249.93100 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
11/3/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point111℃
Boiling Point156ºC23 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.51 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point>110.0 °C
Exact Mass247.88400
LogP3.47500
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.614(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • 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 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 benzal bromide?

The CAS number of benzal bromide is 618-31-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of benzal bromide?

benzal bromide has molecular formula C7H6Br2 and molecular weight 249.93100 g/mol.

Is benzal bromide hazardous?

benzal bromide 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 benzal bromide?

For benzal bromide, Downstream Products: benzyl methyl sulfone, 6,7-dimethoxy-1-phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline, Cinnamonitrile.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "benzal bromide (CAS 618-31-5)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1991648-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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