Phenyltrimethylammonium tribromide is used as brominating reagent for 1,2-addition of bromine to the double bond of α,β-unsaturated compounds.
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ApplicationsPhenyltrimethylammonium tribromide is used as brominating reagent for 1,2-addition of bromine to the double bond of α,β-unsaturated compounds.
SolubilityInsoluble in water.
NotesHygroscopic. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, reducing agents and bases.