Description

1,2,3,4-Tetrabromo-5-Methylbenzene is a highly brominated aromatic compound, serving as a versatile and effective bromine source and flame retardant intermediate. Its value lies in its ability to impart significant flame retardancy to polymers and plastics, enhancing material safety and compliance. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop high-performance, fire-resistant materials.

Application

• As a key reactive intermediate in the synthesis of advanced flame retardants for engineering plastics and polymers.
• In the production of fire-resistant additives for coatings, textiles, and electronic encapsulants.
• As a brominating agent in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• For research and development of novel halogenated compounds with specific thermal and chemical properties.
• In the formulation of specialty chemicals used in the electronics industry for circuit board substrates.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4-Tetrabromo-5-Methylbenzene
CAS No.	101421-20-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4Br4
Molecular Weight	443.73 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetrabromo-5-methylbenzene; 5-Methyl-1,2,3,4-tetrabromobenzene; Tetrabromo-p-xylene (related isomer); 1,2,3,4-Tetrabromo-5-methyl-benzene; NSC 406714; Benzene, 1,2,3,4-tetrabromo-5-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4-Tetrabromo-5-Methylbenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for industrial and research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.