Description

1,2,3,4,5-Pentabromobenzene is a highly brominated aromatic compound, valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and flame-retardant precursor. Its fully substituted benzene ring structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the polymer, electronics, and flame retardant sectors.

Application

• Flame Retardant Synthon: A key intermediate in the production of high-performance brominated flame retardants for plastics, textiles, and electronic components.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce bromine functionality into polymer chains to enhance fire resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for creating complex brominated aromatic structures.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: A precursor in the synthesis of brominated compounds used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution and perhalogenated compound chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,5-Pentabromobenzene
CAS No.	608-90-2
Molecular Formula	C6HBr5
Molecular Weight	552.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentabromobenzene; Benzene, pentabromo-; NSC 406108; Pentabromobenzol; 1,2,3,4,5-Pentabromobenzol; Pentabromobenzene (VAN); Pentabromo-benzene
EINECS	210-168-8

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,5-Pentabromobenzene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC and GC analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	275 - 280 °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.