Dibromomethane, 99%

Name: Dibromomethane, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010460

About Dibromomethane, 99%

Listed under CAS 74-95-3, Dibromomethane is a halogenated building block available from Vaqora Chemicals in Synthesis grade at a purity of 99%. The compound has the formula CH2Br2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 173.83 g/mol. Alternative names: Methylene bromide and Methyl dibromide.

In its supplied form it is a colourless liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -52 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions, organic synthesis and fine chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mL, 1 kg and 250 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis
Fine chemical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dibromomethane, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010460
CAS Number	74-95-3
IUPAC name	dibromomethane
Molecular formula	CH₂Br₂
Molecular weight	173.83 g/mol
Exact mass	173.8503
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29033920
InChIKey	FJBFPHVGVWTDIP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(Br)Br
PubChem CID	3024

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless liquid
Melting point	-52 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 2664
Synonyms	Methylene bromide, Methyl dibromide, Methylene dibromide, Methane, dibromo-, CH2Br2, Dibromomethylene, dibromo-methane, 1,1-dibromomethane, dibromo methane, Dibromomethane, 99%, Dibromomethane, >=99%, 4-01-00-00078 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H332Harmful if inhaled
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P271, P273, P304 + P340, P317, 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 Dibromomethane, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Dibromomethane, 99% is 74-95-3. It is also known as Methylene bromide, Methyl dibromide, Methylene dibromide.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dibromomethane, 99%?

Dibromomethane, 99% has the molecular formula CH2Br2 and a molecular weight of 173.83 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dibromomethane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dibromomethane, 99% can I order?

We supply Dibromomethane, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 100 mL, 1 kg, 250 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Dibromomethane, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Dibromomethane, 99% 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 Dibromomethane, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dibromomethane, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2664), 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.