Description

Carbon Tetrabromide is a high-purity brominated organic compound, serving as a critical reagent and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a potent brominating agent and a versatile building block for complex molecules. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and specialty chemical producers involved in creating flame retardants, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.

Application

• Bromination Reagent: Used as a source of bromine in organic synthesis for the bromination of alkenes, alkynes, and aromatic compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex drug molecules.
• Flame Retardant Precursor: An important intermediate in the production of brominated flame retardants for polymers and textiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the manufacturing of certain herbicides, pesticides, and other agricultural chemicals.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic pathways.
• Catalyst and Ligand Preparation: Used in the preparation of catalysts and ligands for various transition metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbon Tetrabromide
CAS No.	558-13-4
Molecular Formula	CBr₄
Molecular Weight	331.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrabromomethane; Methane, tetrabromo-; Carbon bromide; Perbromomethane; Bromid uhlicity; R-10B4; Halon 104; Freon 10B4
EINECS	209-189-6

Quality Control

Our Carbon Tetrabromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and identification by infrared spectroscopy (IR), to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 bases and reactive metals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	88 - 92 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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