Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate

Name: Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008850

About Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate

Listed under CAS 4224-69-5, Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C5H7BrO2, it has a molar mass of 179.01 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is methyl 2-(bromomethyl)prop-2-enoate. Alternative names: Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)-2-propenoate and 2-(Bromomethyl)acrylic acid methyl ester.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. This item is currently in stock for prompt dispatch.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate
Catalogue No.	VQ-008850
CAS Number	4224-69-5
IUPAC name	methyl 2-(bromomethyl)prop-2-enoate
Molecular formula	C₅H₇BrO₂
Molecular weight	179.01 g/mol
Exact mass	177.9629
Grade	Reference Standard
InChIKey	CFTUQSLVERGMHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	COC(=O)C(=C)CBr
PubChem CID	521093

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)-2-propenoate, 2-(Bromomethyl)acrylic acid methyl ester, 3-Bromo-2-(methylene)-1-oxo-1-methoxypropane, 3-Bromo-2-methylenepropionic acid methyl ester, Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)propenoate, Methyl 3-bromo-2-methylenepropanoate, Methyl α-(bromomethyl)acrylate, α-(Bromomethyl)acrylic acid methyl ester, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-(bromomethyl)-, methyl ester (9CI), 2-(bromomethyl)-2-propenoicacimethylester, Methyl alpha-(bromomethyl)acrylate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate?

The CAS Registry Number of Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate is 4224-69-5. It is also known as Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)-2-propenoate, 2-(Bromomethyl)acrylic acid methyl ester, 3-Bromo-2-(methylene)-1-oxo-1-methoxypropane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate?

Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate has the molecular formula C5H7BrO2 and a molecular weight of 179.01 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is methyl 2-(bromomethyl)prop-2-enoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate can I order?

We supply Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg, 250 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate?

Yes. Every lot of Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate be shipped internationally?

Yes. Methyl 2-(bromomethyl)acrylate is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.