Properties
Description
2,2,2-Tribromoethanol, soluble in DMSO, water, and ethanol, is an organic compound used to anesthetize mice. The molecular weight of the compound is 282.76, and its molecular formula is C2H3Br3O.
Molecular Formula
C2H3Br3O
Impurities
Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects.
Solubility
In vitro: DMSO: 52 mg/mL (183.89 mM); Water: 52 mg/mL (183.89 mM); Ethanol: 52 mg/mL (183.89 mM)
Identity
Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.
Applications
2,2,2-Tribromoethanol plays a key role in research applications where temporary immobilization of animals is needed for experimental procedures.