This chiral building block, also known as (R)-2-Bromopropanoic acid, presents as a colorless to yellow red liquid. Keep container tightly closed and store in a cool and dark place. This substance should be kept under inert gas and locked up. This substance is heat-sensitive, light-sensitive, and air-sensitive. (R)-(+)-2-Bromopropionic Acid is incompatible with oxidizing agents, bases, and reducing agents. This chemical is harmful if swallowed and may be corrosive to metals. It also causes severe skin burns and eye damage.