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Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

Mucobromic acid

Also known as Bromomucic acid, (Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid, 2,3-Dibromomalealdehydic acid

CAS 488-11-9Formula C4H2Br2O3Molar mass 257.87 g/molEC 207-670-5
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Corrosive 4 suppliers listed
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Mucobromic acid chemical structure, C4H2Br2O3, CAS 488-11-9
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
488-11-9
Formula
C4H2Br2O3
Molar mass
257.87 g/mol
EC number
207-670-5
HS code
291830
Category
Carboxylic acids and anhydrides

What is Mucobromic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Mucobromic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H2Br2O3 and a molar mass of 257.87 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 488-11-9. The IUPAC name is (Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid
CAS number
488-11-9 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 21577-50-4
EC numbers
207-670-5, 212-164-2
Molecular formula
C4H2Br2O3
MDL number
MFCD00063745
InChIKey
NCNYEGJDGNOYJX-IHWYPQMZSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H2Br2O3/c5-2(1-7)3(6)4(8)9/h1H,(H,8,9)/b3-2-
Canonical SMILES
O=CC(Br)=C(Br)C(=O)O
Isomeric SMILES
C(=O)/C(=C(\C(=O)O)/Br)/Br

Synonyms

  • Bromomucic acid
  • (Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid
  • 2,3-Dibromomalealdehydic acid
  • 2,3-Dibromo-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid
  • 2-Butenoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-4-oxo-, (2Z)-
  • (2Z)-2,3-Dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid
  • Malealdehydic acid, dibromo-
  • 2-Butenoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-4-oxo-, (Z)-
  • C4H2Br2O3
  • dibromoaldehydoacrylic acid
  • Mucobromic acid, 99%
  • (Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxo-but-2-enoic acid
  • Mucobromic acid, 2,3-Dibromo-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid
  • 2,3-dibromomaleic aldehyde acid
  • a,b-dibromo-b-formylacrylic acid
  • 2-Butenoic acid, 2,3-dibromo-4-oxo-
  • (Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoicacid
  • 2-Butenoic acid,3-dibromo-4-oxo-, (Z)-
  • Mucobromic acid 2,3-Dibromo-4-oxo-2-butenoic acid

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

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Molecular weight
257.87 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
255.8371 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.27calc.
Topological polar surface area
54.37 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
2calc.
Rotatable bonds
2calc.
Heavy atoms
9calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS05: Corrosive
Corrosive

Hazard statements

  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Precautionary statements (12)
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P301 + P330 + P331If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting.
  • P302 + P361 + P354If on skin: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305 + P354 + P338If in eyes: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P316Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P363Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
  • P405Store locked up.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Regulatory status

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United States

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    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Mucobromic acid is traded under.

HS 2918.30Indicative HS code

Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function…

World exports in 2024
$813M
−39.8% vs 2023, imports $1.23B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China43.3%
  2. India * partner reported10.4%
  3. United States6.8%
Top importers
  1. Singapore33.1%
  2. Germany7.2%
  3. Japan6.9%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Mucobromic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Mucobromic acid, based on the data on this page

What is Mucobromic acid?

Mucobromic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C4H2Br2O3 and a molar mass of 257.87 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 488-11-9. The IUPAC name is (Z)-2,3-dibromo-4-oxobut-2-enoic acid.

What is the CAS number of Mucobromic acid?

The CAS registry number of Mucobromic acid is 488-11-9. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 21577-50-4.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Mucobromic acid?

The molecular formula of Mucobromic acid is C4H2Br2O3 and its molar mass is 257.87 g/mol.

What is Mucobromic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of Mucobromic acid include building blocks in research and laboratory.

Is Mucobromic acid hazardous?

Mucobromic acid carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: causes severe skin burns and eye damage. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Mucobromic acid?

Mucobromic acid is usually classified under HS code 291830 (Carboxylic acids with aldehyde or ketone function but without other oxygen function…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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