Description

Vinyl Bromide CAS NO 593-60-2 is a halogenated alkene monomer characterized by its high reactivity due to the presence of both a carbon-carbon double bond and a bromine atom. This compound is a crucial building block in organic synthesis and polymer chemistry, serving as a versatile precursor for a wide range of chemical transformations. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the development of advanced materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Serves as a monomer or co-monomer for the manufacture of specialty polymers, including flame-retardant materials and functional resins.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Heck, Suzuki) and other C-C bond-forming processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in laboratories for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compounds.
• Material Science: Incorporated into advanced materials for electronics, coatings, and adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Vinyl Bromide
CAS No.	593-60-2
Molecular Formula	C2H3Br
Molecular Weight	106.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Bromoethene; Bromoethylene; Ethene, bromo-; Vinyl bromide monomer; VBM; Monobromoethylene; 1-Bromoethene; Ethylene bromide (not to be confused with 1,2-dibromoethane)
EINECS	209-800-6

Quality Control

Our Vinyl Bromide is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. We offer material that meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile and gaseous nature under standard conditions, this product must be stored in a cool, well-ventilated area, away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Cylinders should be secured and stored upright. Always use and store under an inert atmosphere to prevent polymerization or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless gas (liquefied)
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.05%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.01%
Stabilizer (e.g., Phenothiazine)	As required / Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.