Dibromonitromethane

• CAT Number: R051615
• CAS Number: 598-91-4
• Molecular Formula: CHBr2NO2
• Molecular Weight: 218.83
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Nitrodibromomethane; Dibromo-nitromethane
• Storage: Desiccate at -20℃
• IUPAC Name: dibromo(nitro)methane
• InChI: InChI=1S/CHBr2NO2/c2-1(3)4(5)6/h1H
• InChIKey: GQEVYCCMYUNRHJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C([N+](=O)[O-])(Br)Br

Dibromonitromethane (Cat No.: R051615) is a halogenated organic compound with the molecular formula CHBr₂NO₂. It features two bromine atoms and one nitro group attached to a central carbon atom, making it a reactive and electrophilic molecule. Dibromonitromethane is primarily used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis and has been identified as a disinfection byproduct in chlorinated drinking water. Due to its halogenated structure, it is studied for its potential environmental and toxicological effects, particularly in relation to water quality and human health risk assessment.