1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane
Also known as: sym-Tetrabromoethane, Acetylene tetrabromide, Muthmanns liquid, Ethanetetrabromide, s-Tetrabromoethane, 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromethan, 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoetano, Tetrabromoacetylene, MFCD00000133, EINECS 201-191-5
1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane (CAS 79-27-6) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H2Br4 and a molecular weight of 345.653 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 1 °C, a boiling point of 243.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 3.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.0±13.2 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger 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.
- 79-27-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-3530-1
- Molecular Formula
- C2H2Br4
- Molecular Weight
- 345.653 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 1 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 243.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 3.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 97.0±13.2 °C |
| Exact Mass | 341.688965 |
| LogP | 4.12 |
| Additional Property | 11.9 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.1±0.4 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.654 |
| Additional Property | 0.63 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H330 — Fatal if inhaled
- H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 29033036 |
|---|
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane?
The CAS number of 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane is 79-27-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane?
1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane has molecular formula C2H2Br4 and molecular weight 345.653 g/mol.
Is 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane hazardous?
1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane?
For 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane, Upstream Products: Acetylene, ethane, 1,2-Dibromoethane; Downstream Products: 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethane, tribromoethylene, Ethylamine hydrobromide.
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