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HCID 6259Generated: October 23, 2026

Phenacyl bromide

2-BROMO-1-PHENYLETHANONE · α-Bromoacetophenone · A-BROMOACETOPHENONE · 1-Phenyl-2-broMoethanone · 2-Bromoacetophenone ,99% · NSC 9807 · Stauffer 4644 · AKOS BBS-00004003

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Phenacyl bromide molecular structure

Identifiers & Physical Properties

CAS No.70-11-1
Molecular formulaC8H7BrO
Average molar mass199.04 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass197.96802694 g/mol
SMILESO=C(CBr)c1ccccc1
InChIKeyLIGACIXOYTUXAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
PubChem CID6259
ChEMBLCHEMBL102953
ChEBICHEBI:51846
EC No.200-724-9
DTXSIDDTXSID2049426

Chemical & Physical Properties

XLogP2.5
Topological polar surface area17.1
Hydrogen bond donors0
Hydrogen bond acceptors1
Rotatable bonds2
Heavy atoms10
Formal charge0
Complexity116
Chemical classesOther Classes -> Aromatic Ketones, Halogenated
SpringerMaterials PropertiesChemical shift
LogP (partition coefficient)2.19
Vapor pressure0.01 [mmHg]
Physical DescriptionPhenacyl bromide appears as a crystalline solid or a liquid with a sharp odor. Toxic by inhalation, ingestion and skin absorption. A severe eye irritant (a lachrymator). Used to make other chemicals.[Merck Index] Beige crystalline solid[Aldrich MSDS]
Melting point48-51 °C (lit.)
Boiling point135 °C/18 mmHg (lit.)
Density1.476
Refractive index1.5700 (estimate)
Flash point>230 °F
Storage conditions2-8°C
SolubilityChloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)PRACTICALLY INSOLUBLE
Physical stateCrystals or Powder
ColorWhite to dark green-brown
Merck14,1402
BRN606474
StabilityStable. Incompatible with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents. Combustible.
InChI1S/C8H7BrO/c9-6-8(10)7-4-2-1-3-5-7/h1-5H,6H2
InChIKeyLIGACIXOYTUXAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESBrCC(=O)c1ccccc1
CAS DataBase Reference70-11-1(CAS DataBase Reference)
FDA UNII754Y0U325I
NIST Chemistry ReferenceEthanone, 2-bromo-1-phenyl-(70-11-1)
EPA Substance Registry SystemEthanone, 2-bromo-1-phenyl- (70-11-1)
UNSPSC Code12352200
NACRESNA.24
GHS pictogramGHS05,GHS06
Signal wordDanger
GHS hazard statementsH301+H311+H331-H314
GHS precautionary statementsP501-P260-P270-P271-P264-P280-P361+P364-P303+P361+P353-P301+P330+P331-P301+P310+P330-P304+P340+P310-P305+P351+P338+P310-P403+P233-P405
Personal protective equipment (PPE)Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Hazard symbolsC
Risk statements (R)34-20/21/22
Safety statements (S)26-36/37/39-45
UN transport numberUN 2645
Water hazard class (WGK)3
F8-19
Hazard NoteCorrosive
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
Hazard class6.1Skin Corr. 1B
Packing groupII
Customs code29143990
Storage class6.1A - Combustible acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2very toxic hazardous materials
Limited quantities0.5 Kg (solid)
Excepted quantitiesMax Inner Pack (1g or 1ml) and Max Outer Pack (500g or 500ml)

Safety & Regulations

GHS classificationDangerH301 (20.6%): Toxic if swallowed [Danger Acute toxicity, oral]P260, P261, P262, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301+P316, P301+P330+P331, P302+P352, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P305+P354+P338, P316, P319, P320, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P361+P364, P362+P364, P363, P403+P233, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)Aggregated GHS information provided per 63 reports by companies from 8 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory. Each notification may be associated with multiple companies.
Regulatory informationChemical: Ethanone, 2-bromo-1-phenyl-2-Bromoacetophenone: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard
DOT labelPoison
Fire hazardsExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:· Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
Health hazardsExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:· TOXIC and/or CORROSIVEinhalation, ingestion or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death.
Hazards summaryA lachrymatorA severe skin, eye, and mucous membrane irritant[Merck Index] Slowly reacts with moisture producing hydrogen bromideToxic by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption[CAMEO] Causes burns and lachrymationInhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs[Aldrich MSDS] See alpha-Chloroacetophenone.
DOT ID and guide2645 153
Reactive groupHalogenated Organic Compounds
Reactivity ProfilePHENACYL BROMIDE reacts slowly with metals causing mild corrosion.
DOT Hazard ClassificationPhenacyl bromideUN2645Div 6.1 Poisonous materials (49 eCFR § 173.132)PG II: the degree of danger presented by the material is medium
Air and Water ReactionsReacts slowly with moisture in air to form hydrogen bromide.
Hazard Classes and CategoriesAcute Tox. 3 (20.6%)
Fire fightingExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:
Accidental release measures· CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover.· ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames) from immediate area.
First aidExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:General First Aid:
Exposure control and personal protection· Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Nonfire spill responseExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:
Isolation and EvacuationExcerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:Immediate precautionary measure
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Excerpt from ERG Guide 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:
Emergency Response Planning GuidelinesSmall Fire
TreatmentEYES: irrigate opened eyes for several minutes under running water. INGESTION: do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water (never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person). Seek immediate medical advice. SKIN: should be treated immediately by rinsing the affected parts in cold running water for at least 15 minutes, followed by thorough washing with soap and water. If necessary, the person should shower and change contaminated clothing and shoes, and then must seek medical attention. INHALATION: supply fresh air. If required provide artificial respiration.
Health effectsA strong lachrymator. Inhalation, ingestion or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. Potentially hepatotoxic. It is not carcinogenic or mutagenic.
Adverse effectsDermatotoxin - Skin burns.
Exposure routesOral (L626)inhalation (L626)dermal (L626)
Toxicity summaryOrganobromide compounds such as phenacyl bromide are strong alkylating agents. Consequently they can readily modify free thiols (cysteines) and methionine residues of the surfaces of proteins leading to the disruption of enzyme, transporter or membrane functions. One of the most probable protein targets is the TRPA1 ion channel that is expressed in sensory nerves (trigeminal nerve) of the eyes, nose, mouth and lungs. Human liver aldehyde dehydrogenase isozymes E1 and E2 are both completely and irreversibly inactivated by phenacyl bromide. This kind targeted modification may lead to liver toxicity.
Signs and SymptomsPhenacyl bromide is a strong lachrymator. Eye exposure produces irritation, characterized by a burning sensation, redness, tearing, inflammation, and possible corneal injury. Causes skin irritation and possible burns. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Carcinogen ClassificationNo indication of carcinogenicity (not listed by IARC). (L135)
F8-19
Personal protective equipment (PPE)Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Water hazard class (WGK)3
TSCA inventory statusTSCA listed
UN transport numberUN 2645
Customs code29143990
Risk statements (R)34-20/21/22
Signal wordDanger
GHS pictogramGHS05,GHS06
Hazard symbolsC
hazard_noteCorrosive
Safety statements (S)26-36/37/39-45
Hazard class6.1Skin Corr. 1B
Storage class6.1A - Combustible acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2very toxic hazardous materials
Packing groupII
GHS hazard statementsH301+H311+H331-H314
Limited quantities0.5 Kg (solid)
Excepted quantitiesMax Inner Pack (1g or 1ml) and Max Outer Pack (500g or 500ml)
GHS precautionary statementsP501-P260-P270-P271-P264-P280-P361+P364-P303+P361+P353-P301+P330+P331-P301+P310+P330-P304+P340+P310-P305+P351+P338+P310-P403+P233-P405

Applications & Uses

Uses

2-Bromoacetophenone is a brominated acteophenone derivative. 2-Bromoacetophenone has been shown to completely and irreversibly inactivate human liver aldehyde dehydrogenase (EC 1.2.1.3) isoenzymes E1 and E2. 2-Bromoacetophenone and its derivatives display some inhibitory activity on neutral protein tyrosine.inhibitors

Uses

It is used in preparation of crystalline esters from acids. 2-Bromoacetophenone is a complete and irreversible inactivator of human liver aldehyde dehydrogenase isoenzymes E1 and E2.

General Description

A crystalline solid or a liquid with a sharp odor. Toxic by inhalation, ingestion and skin absorption. A severe eye irritant (a lachrymator). Used to make other chemicals.

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