Description

Tetrabromobisphenol A is a high-performance brominated flame retardant and reactive intermediate essential for enhancing fire safety in modern materials. Its primary value lies in its ability to impart excellent flame retardancy to polymers by interfering with the combustion process at the molecular level. This compound is critically needed by manufacturers in the electronics, construction, and polymer industries seeking to meet stringent international fire safety regulations for their products.

Application

• Flame Retardant for Epoxy Resins: A key reactive intermediate in the production of flame-retardant epoxy resins used in printed circuit boards (PCBs) and electrical laminates.
• Additive for High-Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) & ABS: Widely employed as an additive flame retardant in engineering plastics like HIPS and ABS for electronic enclosures and appliance housings.
• Polycarbonate Modification: Used to manufacture brominated polycarbonate oligomers, which serve as effective flame retardants for various thermoplastic blends.
• Unsaturated Polyester Resins (UPR): Incorporated as a reactive component to produce fire-resistant UPR for construction panels, tanks, and automotive parts.
• Adhesives and Coatings: Imparts flame retardant properties to specialized industrial adhesives, potting compounds, and protective coatings.
• Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block for synthesizing other advanced brominated flame retardants and specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrabromobisphenol A
CAS No.	79-94-7
Molecular Formula	C15H12Br4O2
Molecular Weight	543.87 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Isopropylidenebis(2,6-dibromophenol); TBBPA; Tetrabromodiphenylolpropane; 2,2',6,6'-Tetrabromobisphenol A; Fire Guard 7500; BA-59P; Bromine compound BA-59; Phenol, 4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bis[2,6-dibromo-
EINECS	201-236-9

Quality Control

Our Tetrabromobisphenol A is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including testing for purity, melting point, bromine content, and color. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch to confirm compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5 %
Melting Point	178 - 182 °C
Bromine Content	57.0 - 59.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 100
Particle Size (Typical)	Pass through 100 mesh

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