1-Bromo-2-chloroethane

Agent Name
1-Bromo-2-chloroethane
CAS Number
107-04-0
Formula
C2-H4-Br-Cl
Major Category
Solvents
1-Bromo-2-chloroethane formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1-Chloro-2-bromoethane; 2-Bromo-1-chloroethane; 2-Bromoethyl chloride; 2-Chloroethyl bromide; Ethane, 1-bromo-2-chloro-; Ethylene chlorobromide; beta-Chloroethyl bromide; s-Chlorobromoethane; sym-Chlorobromoethane; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Brominated Solvents
Description
Colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent for fats, waxes, resins, and especially for cellulose esters and ethers; Also used for organic synthesis and as a fumigant for soil, commodities, fruits, and vegetables; [HSDB]
Comments
A skin, eye, and mucous membrane irritant; Hazardous by all routes, including skin absorption. May induce anesthesia and cause liver and kidney injuries at high concentrations; [HSDB] An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
33.1 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP from ChemIDplus;

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

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