Description

1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane is a high-density, non-flammable brominated hydrocarbon with the CAS number 79-27-6. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and specialty solvent in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for its efficacy as a brominating agent and high-density fluid.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical active ingredients and agrochemicals.
• Used as a high-density solvent and reaction medium in specialized organic synthesis.
• Employed as a brominating agent for introducing bromine atoms into organic molecules.
• Acts as a density gradient fluid in laboratory separations and geological testing.
• Intermediate in the production of flame retardants and other specialty polymers.
• Used in microscopy and optics for its high refractive index.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane
CAS No.	79-27-6
Molecular Formula	C2H2Br4
Molecular Weight	345.65 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetylene Tetrabromide; Tetrabromoacetylene; sym-Tetrabromoethane; 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane; TBE; Ethane, 1,1,2,2-tetrabromo-; NSC 60536
EINECS	201-191-5

Quality Control

Our 1,1,2,2-Tetrabromoethane is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise purity and compositional specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (20°C)	2.96 - 2.98 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.635 - 1.638
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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