Description

2,3,4,5,6-Pentabromostyrene is a highly brominated aromatic compound, valued for its exceptional performance as a reactive flame retardant intermediate. Its molecular structure allows for efficient incorporation into polymer backbones, providing durable fire resistance without significant compromise to material properties. This product is essential for manufacturers in the plastics, textiles, and electronics industries seeking to enhance the fire safety of high-performance materials.

Application

• Reactive Flame Retardant Intermediate: Primary use in the synthesis of flame-retardant polymers, including epoxy resins, polyesters, and polyurethanes.
• High-Performance Plastics: Imparts fire resistance to engineering plastics used in electrical connectors, automotive components, and electronic housings.
• Textile Coatings and Fibers: Used in the production of flame-retardant coatings for fabrics and in the modification of synthetic fibers.
• Additive for Specialty Polymers: Serves as a building block for creating custom brominated compounds with specific thermal and flame-retardant properties.
• Research & Development: A key intermediate in chemical R&D for developing new flame-retardant systems and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,4,5,6-Pentabromostyrene
CAS No.	53097-59-9
Molecular Formula	C8H3Br5
Molecular Weight	500.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentabromostyrene; 1-Ethenyl-2,3,4,5,6-pentabromobenzene; Styrene, pentabromo-; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentabromo-1-vinylbenzene; Pentabromophenylethylene; NSC 32431
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,4,5,6-Pentabromostyrene is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination by HPLC, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong alkalis and fluorides. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	215 - 220 °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.