Bromobenzene

Bromobenzene is clear colorless to pale yellow liquid and is soluble in methanol, diethyl ether and slightly soluble in cold water. It is used to introduce a phenyl group via palladium-catalyzed coupling reactions like the Suzuki reaction. Bromobenzene can also be used to prepare a Grignard reagent, phenylmagnesium bromide. Bromobenze is a toxic substance, it has been shown to cause liver and nervous system damage if the compound is inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin. Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use.