1,2-Dibromoethane
Also known as: 1,2-Dibromoethane (EDB), Ethylene dibromide, Ethylene bromide, Glycol dibromide, sym-Dibromoethane, α,β-Dibromoethane, 1,2-Ethylene dibromide, 1,2-Dibromo-ethane, Dibromoethane, EDB, DOWFUME W-85(R), AKOS BBS-00004248, Bromuro di etile, MFCD00000233
1,2-Dibromoethane (CAS 106-93-4) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4Br2 and a molecular weight of 187.861 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 9 °C, a boiling point of 130.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 12.6±17.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H311 — Toxic in contact with skin and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 106-93-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-44571-1
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4Br2
- Molecular Weight
- 187.861 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 9 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 130.2±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 12.6±17.7 °C |
| Exact Mass | 185.867966 |
| LogP | 2.08 |
| Additional Property | ~6.5 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 12.0±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.521 |
| Additional Property | 4 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H301 — Toxic if swallowed
- H311 — Toxic in contact with skin
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H350 — May cause cancer
- H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2903310000 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,2-Dibromoethane?
The CAS number of 1,2-Dibromoethane is 106-93-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Dibromoethane?
1,2-Dibromoethane has molecular formula C2H4Br2 and molecular weight 187.861 g/mol.
Is 1,2-Dibromoethane hazardous?
1,2-Dibromoethane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H311 — Toxic in contact with skin; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-Dibromoethane?
For 1,2-Dibromoethane, Upstream Products: benzene, Acetylene, Ethylene glycol; Downstream Products: 2,3-Dihydro-1H-pyrido[2,3-b][1,4]oxazine, N,N'-Dimethylpiperazine, N,N'-dimethyl-N-[2-(methylamino)ethyl]ethylenediamine.
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