Synonyms: phosphorus (III) bromide, tribromophosphine

CAS No.: 7789-60-8

Molecular formula: PBr₃

Molar mass: 270.69 g/mol.

Physical state: Liquid

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow fuming liquid.

Melting Point: -42°C

Boiling point: 173°C

Density: 2.85 gm/cm³ at 25°C

Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents such as alcohol, chloroform, ether, and acetone. It reacts violently with water.

Refractive index: 1.697