Description

1,2,3,4,7,8-Hexabromodibenzofuran is a highly brominated dibenzofuran derivative, a compound of significant interest in research and specialized industrial applications. Its primary value lies in its utility as a standard reference material and a key intermediate in the study of brominated flame retardants and environmental contaminants. This product is essential for analytical laboratories, research institutions, and chemical manufacturers focused on environmental testing, toxicology studies, and advanced material synthesis. We supply it with a commitment to high purity and reliable batch-to-batch consistency to meet stringent research and development requirements.

Application

• Environmental Analysis Reference Standard: Used as a certified standard for the quantification and identification of polybrominated dibenzofurans (PBDFs) in environmental samples (soil, water, air) via GC-MS or HPLC.
• Toxicological Research: Serves as a critical compound in studies investigating the environmental fate, bioaccumulation, and toxicological effects of brominated flame retardants and their breakdown products.
• Flame Retardant Research & Development: Acts as a model compound or intermediate in the synthesis and evaluation of new brominated flame retardant systems and polymers.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Employed in laboratories to validate analytical methods and ensure compliance with international regulations concerning persistent organic pollutants (POPs) like the Stockholm Convention.
• Forensic and Industrial Chemistry: Used in source identification and fingerprinting analyses related to fire investigations or industrial chemical processes involving brominated compounds.
• Academic and Institutional Research: Fundamental reagent for chemical, environmental, and material science research in universities and government institutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,7,8-Hexabromodibenzofuran
CAS No.	129880-08-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂Br₆O
Molecular Weight	627.49 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,7,8-HBDF; Hexabromodibenzofuran (1,2,3,4,7,8- isomer); PBDF congener; 1,2,3,4,7,8-Hexabromodibenzo[b,d]furan; NSC 89289; NSC-89289; Environmental contaminant standard; Brominated flame retardant congener
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,7,8-Hexabromodibenzofuran is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure it meets the exacting requirements of analytical and research applications. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis using advanced techniques such as GC-MS, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes batch-specific data on purity, related substances, and chromatographic profiles. Our quality system is designed to support GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and regulatory compliance needs.

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 desiccator to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. This material should be stored separately from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.