Technical Data

415732
CAS Number
83463-62-1
Grade
Highly Purified
Molecular Formula
C₂HBrClN
Molecular Weight
154.39
EU Commodity Code
38220090
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
-20°C
2-Bromo-2-chloroacetonitrile (~90%)
2-Bromo-2-chloro-acetonitrile; Bromochloro-acetonitrile; Bromochloroacetonitrile

2-Bromo-2-chloroacetonitrile is a disinfection byproduct in drinking water. Discharges of produced waters from oil and gas extraction via wastewater treatment plants are the sources of disinfection byproducts to receiving streams.

Synonyms
2-Bromo-2-chloro-acetonitrile; Bromochloro-acetonitrile; Bromochloroacetonitrile
CAS No
83463-62-1
Molecular Formula
C₂HBrClN
Molecular Weight
154.39
Appearance
Clear, colorless yellow oil
Purity
≥90%
Solubility
Chloroform (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.

Intended for research use only. Not for use in human, therapeutic, or diagnostic applications.

References
Raymer, J. H., et al.: J. Expo. Anal. Env. Epid., 10, 808-815 (2000); Hladik. M. L., et al.: ; Sci. Total. Environ. 466-467, 1085-1093 (2014)
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