Bromoethane, also known as ethyl bromide, is a colorless, flammable liquid with a sweet odor. It is an organic compound with the chemical formula C2H5Br. Bromoethane is primarily used as a solvent and in the production of other chemicals, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. This compound is classified as a haloalkane, which means it contains a halogen atom—in this case, bromine—attached to an alkane. Bromoethane can be produced through the reaction of ethanol with hydrobromic acid. Due to its potential health hazards, proper safety measures are essential when handling this substance.