Description

2,3,4-Tribromophenol is a halogenated phenolic compound of significant industrial interest. It serves as a versatile brominated intermediate and flame retardant precursor in advanced material synthesis. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to enhance material properties or synthesize complex brominated derivatives.

Application

• Flame Retardant Synthon: A key intermediate in the production of brominated flame retardants (BFRs) for engineering plastics, textiles, and epoxy resins.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce bromine functionality into polymer chains to improve fire resistance and thermal stability.
• Agrochemical Intermediates: Serves as a building block for synthesizing brominated pesticides and herbicides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed as a specialized reagent in the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Research & Development: Utilized in organic chemistry R&D for studying bromination reactions and developing new catalytic processes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for brominated dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4-Tribromophenol
CAS No.	138507-65-0
Molecular Formula	C6H3Br3O
Molecular Weight	330.80 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-Tribromo-1-phenol; Phenol, 2,3,4-tribromo-; Tribromophenol (mixed isomers); TBP; NSC 406908; 1-Hydroxy-2,3,4-tribromobenzene
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4-Tribromophenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with every shipment and 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, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 100 °C
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.