Bromoacetic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula C ₂ H ∝ BrO ₂. The following is an introduction to its basic information, physical and chemical properties, applications, and precautions:
1. Basic information
      Chinese name: Bromoacetic acid
      English name: Bromoacetic acid
      Alias: Bromoacetic acid
2. Physical and chemical properties
      Appearance and Characteristics: Colorless crystals with a pungent odor.
      Melting point: 50-51 ℃
      Boiling point: 208 ℃
      Density: 1.93 g/cm ³
      Solubility: soluble in organic solvents such as water, ethanol, ether, acetone, and benzene.
3. Purpose
      Organic synthesis intermediates: Bromoacetic acid is an important intermediate in organic synthesis, which can be used to prepare various organic compounds such as amino acids, esters, amides, etc. For example, it can react with ammonia to produce glycine and with alcohol to produce the corresponding ester.
      In the field of medicine: used for synthesizing some drugs, such as sedative hypnotic drug tribromoethanol.
      Pesticide field: It is the raw material for synthesizing certain pesticides, such as fungicides, insecticides, etc.
      In other aspects:it can also be used to manufacture dyes, fragrances, and as analytical reagents.
4. Precautions: Bromoacetic acid has strong corrosiveness and toxicity, and has a strong irritant effect on the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Inhalation, ingestion, or absorption through the skin may cause serious harm to the body and even endanger life. During use and storage, it is necessary to strictly follow safety operating procedures and take necessary protective measures, such as wearing protective gloves, goggles, masks, etc.

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