Description

Hexabromodibenzofuran is a high-purity, polybrominated aromatic compound, specifically a hexabrominated derivative of dibenzofuran. This specialty chemical is valued for its role as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced material science and environmental analysis. It is primarily required by research institutions and industrial laboratories focused on flame retardant development, environmental fate studies of brominated compounds, and analytical method validation.

Application

• As a high-purity analytical reference standard for the calibration and validation of GC-MS, LC-MS, and HPLC systems in environmental testing laboratories.
• As a critical research-grade intermediate in the synthesis and study of novel brominated flame retardants (BFRs) and related compounds.
• For use in environmental fate and toxicology studies to understand the behavior, persistence, and impact of polybrominated dibenzofurans (PBDFs).
• In the development and quality control of advanced polymeric materials where specific brominated structures are investigated for property enhancement.
• As a calibrant and spike material in accredited laboratories monitoring compliance with regulations concerning persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexabromodibenzofuran
CAS No.	103456-33-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂Br₆O
Molecular Weight	671.49 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,6,8-Hexabromodibenzofuran; 1,2,3,4,6,8-HxBDF; HexaBDF; PBDF congener HxBDF; Polybrominated dibenzofuran (hexabromo-); Environmental analytical standard 103456-33-3
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Quality Control

Our Hexabromodibenzofuran is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for research and analytical applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We ensure traceability and compliance with relevant standards for reference materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Specification available upon request
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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