Ethyl bromide
Reactive alkyl bromide (C₂H₅Br) used as an alkylating agent in chemical synthesis and as a solvent.
Product Description
Ethyl bromide from LANXESS is an alkyl bromide used in chemical synthesis as an alkylating agent to introduce ethyl functionality into more complex molecules. The bromide acts as an effective leaving group, facilitating ether formation, Friedel–Crafts reactions, substitution reactions and Grignard reactions. The product corresponds to bromoethane (C₂H₅Br) and is supplied with defined physical and chemical properties. It is also used as a solvent and is specified for applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals and dyes/inks industries.
THESE SPECIAL FEATURES MAKE THIS PRODUCT SO SUCCESSFUL
- Acts as an alkylating agent delivering ethyl functionality
- Bromide serves as an excellent leaving group in organic reactions
- Clear, colorless liquid with defined physical properties
- Soluble in many organic solvents; limited solubility in water
THE MOST COMMON AREAS OF APPLICATION
- Chemical synthesis as an alkylating agent
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Agrochemical production
- Dyes and inks industry
- Use as a solvent in chemical processing
BUT THAT'S NOT ALL:
Further information on this product and the entire product group can be found on the following overview page:
Tipo de produto
Bromo e Intermediários