Description

Pentabromoacetone is a specialized brominated organic compound valued for its role as a versatile intermediate and reactive bromine source in advanced chemical synthesis. Its high bromine content makes it particularly effective in applications requiring flame retardancy and controlled chemical transformations. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop new compounds or enhance material properties.

Application

• Flame Retardant Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of high-performance brominated flame retardants for plastics, textiles, and electronic components.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a building block or brominating agent in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis laboratories for introducing bromine atoms or constructing complex molecular frameworks.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to impart flame-retardant characteristics or alter the physical properties of specialty polymers and resins.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain brominated dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pentabromoacetone
CAS No.	79-49-2
Molecular Formula	C3HBr5O
Molecular Weight	452.58 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,1,3,3-Pentabromoacetone; 1,1,1,3,3-Pentabromo-2-propanone; Acetone, pentabromo-; Pentabromo-2-propanone; NSC 404087; PBA
EINECS	201-209-7

Quality Control

Our Pentabromoacetone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination, to ensure it meets precise specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with each 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 such as strong bases and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture uptake and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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