Description

2,3,4,5-Tetrabromophenol is a highly brominated phenolic compound, serving as a critical intermediate and flame retardant precursor. Its value lies in its ability to impart excellent fire resistance and thermal stability to polymers and synthetic materials. This product is essential for manufacturers in the plastics, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance the safety and performance of their end products.

Application

• Flame Retardant Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing brominated flame retardants (BFRs) used in engineering plastics, epoxy resins, and polyurethane foams.
• Polymer Modification: Used to incorporate bromine into polymer backbones to improve fire resistance in textiles, wire & cable insulation, and electronic components.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other specialty brominated compounds.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratories for developing new flame-retardant formulations and studying bromination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5-Tetrabromophenol
CAS No.	36313-15-2
Molecular Formula	C6H2Br4O
Molecular Weight	449.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4,5-Tetrabromo-1-phenol; Phenol, 2,3,4,5-tetrabromo-; Tetrabromophenol; NSC 403058; 1-Hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrabromobenzene; 2,3,4,5-Tetrabromophenol (stabilized with HQ)
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5-Tetrabromophenol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance, meeting the specifications required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	178 - 182 °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.