C₈H₇BrO₂

Melting point 97-100°C ( literature values may vary slightly ) Boiling point decomposes above 300°C Density 1.58 g/cm³ ( estimated value ) Solubility soluble in: ethanol, ether, hot benzene Slightly soluble in cold water ( 25°C: about 1 g/L ) Soluble in alkaline aqueous solutions ( salting out ) pKa ( acidic ) 4.35 ( 25°C, slightly stronger than acetic acid )