Description

[(2,4-Dibromo-5-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane is a specialized brominated aromatic epoxide monomer of significant interest in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key reactive intermediate, introducing both bromine functionality and an epoxide ring into polymer backbones to impart flame retardancy, enhanced thermal stability, and sites for further chemical modification. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and material scientists in the polymer, electronics, and specialty chemical industries for developing high-performance resins, adhesives, and flame-retardant additives.

Application

• Flame-Retardant Polymer Synthesis: As a reactive comonomer in epoxy, phenolic, or polyurethane resins to build bromine directly into the polymer matrix for enhanced fire resistance.
• Electronic Encapsulants & Circuit Board Laminates: Used in formulating high-performance epoxy systems for semiconductor encapsulation and printed circuit board substrates where flame retardancy (UL94 V-0) is critical.
• Specialty Adhesives & Coatings: Serves as a cross-linking agent or modifier in adhesive and coating formulations requiring improved thermal properties and chemical resistance.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in organic synthesis for further functionalization, leveraging the reactivity of the epoxide ring for ring-opening reactions to create novel diols or other derivatives.
• Advanced Composite Materials: Incorporated into the matrix of fiber-reinforced composites for aerospace, automotive, or marine applications demanding low flammability.
• Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for creating new polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	[(2,4-Dibromo-5-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane
CAS No.	72727-69-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10Br2O2
Molecular Weight	322.00 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Dibromo-5-methylphenyl glycidyl ether; 1,2-Epoxy-3-[(2,4-dibromo-5-methylphenoxy)]propane; Glycidyl 2,4-dibromo-5-methylphenyl ether; (2,4-Dibromo-5-methylphenoxy)methyloxirane; 3-[(2,4-Dibromo-5-methylphenoxy)methyl]oxirane; 2-(2,4-Dibromo-5-methylphenoxymethyl)oxirane; Brominated glycidyl ether derivative; DBMPGE
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of [(2,4-Dibromo-5-Methylphenoxy)Methyl]Oxirane adheres to a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profile are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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, sparks, and open flame. This material is moisture-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	< 0.5%

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