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2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride

Also known as: 2-(2-bromophenyl)acetyl chloride, 2-Bromobenzeneacetyl chloride, Benzeneacetyl chloride, 2-bromo-, 2-bromophenylacetic acid chloride, 2-bromophenylacetic chloride, o-bromophenylacetyl chloride

2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride (CAS 55116-09-1) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6BrClO and a molecular weight of 233.490 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 279.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 122.8±22.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
55116-09-1
Jingsj CID
J-36284-5
Molecular Formula
C8H6BrClO
Molecular Weight
233.490 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point279.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point122.8±22.6 °C
Exact Mass231.929047
PSA17.07000
LogP3.01
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.572

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride?

The CAS number of 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride is 55116-09-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride?

2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride has molecular formula C8H6BrClO and molecular weight 233.490 g/mol.

Is 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride hazardous?

2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride?

For 2-Bromophenylacetyl chloride, Upstream Products: 2-Bromophenylacetic acid, 2-Bromo-2-phenylacetic acid; Downstream Products: Methyl 2-(2-bromophenyl)acetate, 2-(2-Bromophenyl)-N-methylacetamide, 2-Bromophenylacetone.

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