Description

Pentaerythrityl Tetrabromide is a high-purity brominated organic compound, serving as a critical intermediate and flame retardant synergist. Its value lies in its ability to efficiently introduce bromine into polymer matrices and formulations, significantly enhancing fire resistance. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to improve the safety and regulatory compliance of their materials.

Application

• Flame Retardant Synergist: Used in combination with antimony trioxide in plastics, textiles, and coatings for electronics, construction materials, and automotive components.
• Reactive Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into epoxy resins, polyurethanes, and unsaturated polyesters to impart flame-retardant properties.
• Additive for Engineering Plastics: Enhances the fire safety of high-performance plastics used in electrical connectors and enclosures.
• Research & Development: Utilized in laboratories for developing new brominated compounds and studying flame retardant mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentaerythrityl Tetrabromide
CAS No.	623-97-2
Molecular Formula	C5H8Br4O4
Molecular Weight	427.73 g/mol
Synonyms	Pentaerythritol Tetrabromide; Tetrabromopentaerythritol; 2,2-Bis(bromomethyl)-3-bromopropanol, 1,3-dibromo-2,2-bis(bromomethyl)propyl ester; Pentaerythrityl Bromide; Pentaerythritol Bromide; Pentaerythritol Tetrabromo Ether; FR-103
EINECS	210-816-7

Quality Control

Our Pentaerythrityl Tetrabromide is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee supply consistency and reliability for your production processes.

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 sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	180 - 185 °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.