© 2026 Sinochem Nanjing Corporation,
All Right Reserved
Product Name: Ethyl 2-Bromo-2-Methylpropionate
Chemical Formula: C6H11BrO2
Synonyms: Ethyl α-Bromo-α-methylpropionate; 2-Bromo-2-methylpropionic acid ethyl ester
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, synthetic intermediate
Manufacturer Details: Refer to specific supplier or lab
Emergency Contact: National Poison Control Center, regional emergency response number
CAS Number: 607-97-6
Classification: Flammable liquid, Acute toxicity oral and inhalation, Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Hazardous to the aquatic environment
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Causes skin and serious eye irritation. Suspected of damaging fertility or unborn child. Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Pictograms: GHS07 (Exclamation Mark), GHS08 (Health Hazard), GHS09 (Environment)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mist. Wash thoroughly after handling. Use in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection.
Chemical Name: Ethyl 2-Bromo-2-Methylpropionate
Concentration: >98%
CAS Registry Number: 607-97-6
Impurities: <1% (Unspecified alkyl halide residues, trace solvents)
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air. Provide oxygen or artificial respiration if needed. Get medical attention if symptoms develop.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap and water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical help if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally. Seek urgent medical care.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Seek immediate medical advice.
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, severe irritation to skin or eyes, respiratory discomfort, abdominal pain, vomiting.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic bromine-containing fumes under fire conditions. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Special Precautions: Use water to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Avoid direct run-off from fire fighting entering drains or water courses.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides, hydrogen bromide, other toxic gases.
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing. Avoid breathing vapors or contact with skin and eyes.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering drains, water sources, or soil.
Clean-up Methods: Ventilate area. Absorb with inert material such as sand or vermiculite. Collect and place in properly labeled container for disposal.
Decontamination: Wash spill area thoroughly after cleanup. Use non-sparking tools and equipment.
Handling: Handle in a chemical fume hood with adequate ventilation. Avoid inhaling vapor or dust. Prevent contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep away from sources of ignition, heat, and direct sunlight. Use corrosion-resistant shelves.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, reducing agents.
Special Precautions: Transfer using tools that do not create sparks. Use explosion-proof electrical equipment.
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or NIOSH exposure limits; follow best lab practices.
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood, local exhaust, and ensure proper ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment: Utilize NIOSH-approved respirators in the absence of adequate ventilation. Wear chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), goggles or safety glasses, lab coat, and suitable footwear.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and arms after handling and before eating, smoking, or using the restroom. Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.
Monitoring Methods: Regular air sampling when high quantities are handled.
Appearance: Colorless to light yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, ether-like
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -40°C
Boiling Point: 160°C (at 760 mmHg)
Flash Point: 62°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Vapor Pressure: 0.8 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 1.5 (air=1)
Relative Density: 1.41 g/cm³
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents like ethanol or ether
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): 1.2
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: Not established
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions.
Reactivity: Reacts with strong alkalis, oxidizing and reducing agents.
Hazardous Reactions: May decompose rapidly under strong heating, releasing fumes of bromide compounds.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, sparks, and other ignition sources. Prolonged exposure to air and direct sunlight.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen bromide, irritating fumes.
Polymerization: Does not occur under normal conditions.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: LD50 oral (rat) approx. 930 mg/kg.
Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled; may cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin Contact: Causes moderate to severe irritation; prolonged contact may result in dermatitis.
Eye Contact: Causes severe irritation, redness, and possible injury.
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause organ damage, reproductive toxicity.
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a human carcinogen.
Mutagenicity: Not reported in tested organisms.
Reproductive Toxicity: Suspected risk of reduced fertility or harm to unborn children.
Symptoms: Headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, respiratory distress.
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Harmful to aquatic organisms; may cause long-term adverse effects.
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Moderate potential for bioaccumulation.
Mobility in Soil: Low to moderate, depending on environmental pH and organic content.
Other Adverse Effects: Releases under improper disposal or accidental release can impact local waterways, affecting aquatic life and potentially entering the food chain.
Degradation Products: Brominated organics
Waste Disposal Methods: Incinerate in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber. Dispose of according to local, regional, and national regulations.
Container Disposal: Empty containers should be rinsed thoroughly, rendered unusable, and disposed of as chemical waste.
Special Precautions: Do not allow material to enter soil, waterways, or drains. Consult licensed disposal contractor for hazardous waste.
Designated Hazardous Waste Status: Identified as hazardous under CERCLA and RCRA regulations in some jurisdictions.
UN Number: UN1993 (for flammable liquids, N.O.S.)
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, N.O.S. (Ethyl 2-Bromo-2-Methylpropionate)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquids)
Packing Group: III
Labels: Flammable Liquid
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Handle packages with care, avoid heat and shock, ensure proper labeling and documentation according to transport regulations.
US Regulations: TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act): Listed; CERCLA (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act): May apply depending on quantity spilled.
EU Regulations: REACH registration: Required for industrial use; Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation: Hazardous
Other International Regulations: Subject to regulation in Canada (DSL/NDSL), Australia (AICS), Japan (ENCS), and similar global chemical inventories.
SARA Title III: Not classified under Sections 302, 304 or 313.
WHMIS (Canada): Controlled product; Class B2 - flammable liquid, Class D2B - toxic material causing other toxic effects.
Workplace Hazards: Requires training for safe use.
Labeling Requirements: Follow GHS and local hazard communication standards. Always update SDS in line with local legal requirements.
