2-Bromohexanoyl bromide
Also known as: 2-Bromohexanoic acid bromide, 2-Bromohexanoylbromide, A-Bromocaproyl bromide, Bromide of DL-2-bromo-caproic acid, Bromid der DL-2-Brom-capronsaeure, Hexanoyl bromide, 2-bromo-, EINECS 259-417-3, MFCD00000161
2-Bromohexanoyl bromide (CAS 54971-26-5) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H10Br2O and a molecular weight of 257.95100 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 85-90ºC12 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.628 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 H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 54971-26-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-40918-7
- Molecular Formula
- C6H10Br2O
- Molecular Weight
- 257.95100 g/mol
- Category
- Organohalogen Compounds
- Last updated
- 11/3/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 85-90ºC12 mm Hg(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.628 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) |
| Flash Point | >110.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 255.91000 |
| PSA | 17.07000 |
| LogP | 2.86160 |
| Refractive Index | n20/D 1.503(lit.) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Bromohexanoyl bromide?
The CAS number of 2-Bromohexanoyl bromide is 54971-26-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Bromohexanoyl bromide?
2-Bromohexanoyl bromide has molecular formula C6H10Br2O and molecular weight 257.95100 g/mol.
Is 2-Bromohexanoyl bromide hazardous?
2-Bromohexanoyl bromide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Bromohexanoyl bromide?
For 2-Bromohexanoyl bromide, Upstream Products: Hexanoic acid; Downstream Products: DL-2-Bromohexanoic acid, Ethyl 2-bromohexanoate.
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