mp	-119 °C
bp	37-40 °C(lit.)
density	1.46 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
vapor density	~3.75 (vs air)
vapor pressure	25.32 psi ( 55 °C)
refractive index	n20/D 1.425(lit.)
Fp	-23 °C
storage temp.	Refrigerator
Water Solubility	0.91 g/100 mL (20 ºC)
Sensitive	Light Sensitive
Merck	14,3771
BRN	1209224
Stability:	Stable. Highly flammable. Readily forms explosive mixtures with air. Note low flash point. Incompatible with alkali metals, aluminium, magnesium, strong bases, water, strong oxidizing agents. May be light sensitive.
CAS DataBase Reference	74-96-4(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Ethane, bromo-(74-96-4)
EPA Substance Registry System	Ethane, bromo-(74-96-4)
Hazard Codes	F,Xn
Risk Statements	11-20/22-40
Safety Statements	36/37
RIDADR	UN 1891 6.1/PG 2
WGK Germany	1
RTECS	KH6475000
F
HazardClass	6.1
PackingGroup	II
Hazardous Substances Data	74-96-4(Hazardous Substances Data)
Chemical Properties	colourless liquid with an ether-like odour
General Description	A colorless volatile liquid. Slightly soluble in water and denser than water. Flash point below 0°F. Vapors are heavier than air. Toxic by inhalation. Irritates skin and eyes. Used to make pharmaceuticals and as a solvent.