Description

Dow Fr-250 (Octabromobiphenyl) is a high-performance brominated flame retardant additive. It is valued for its exceptional efficacy in imparting fire resistance to a wide range of polymeric materials. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the plastics, electronics, and construction industries seeking to meet stringent fire safety standards for their products.

Application

• As a highly effective flame retardant additive in engineering thermoplastics such as ABS, HIPS, and polyamides.
• Enhancing the fire resistance of thermoset resins used in printed circuit boards and electrical components.
• Formulation of fire-retardant coatings and paints for construction materials and textiles.
• Use in wire and cable insulation compounds to improve fire safety performance.
• Incorporation into polymer systems for automotive interior parts requiring flame retardancy.
• Application in polyurethane foams and other specialty polymers where brominated additives are specified.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dow Fr-250 (Octabromobiphenyl)
CAS No.	27858-07-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂Br₈
Molecular Weight	785.55 g/mol
Synonyms	Octabromobiphenyl; Octabromodiphenyl; FR-250; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 2,2',3,3',4,4',5,5'-octabromo-; 2,2',3,3',4,4',5,5'-Octabromobiphenyl; Octabrominated biphenyl; OBBP; Dow FR-250 Flame Retardant
EINECS	248-690-9

Quality Control

Our Dow Fr-250 (Octabromobiphenyl) is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to confirm it meets defined specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, bromine content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment.

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. Ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Bromine Content	≥ 81.0%
Melting Point	≥ 300 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Particle Size (Typical)	Contact for details

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