CAS 437701-78-5

Benzene, pentabromo(2,3,5,6-tetrabromophenoxy)-

Description:

Benzene, pentabromo(2,3,5,6-tetrabromophenoxy)-, identified by CAS number 437701-78-5, is a brominated aromatic compound characterized by the presence of multiple bromine substituents on a phenoxy group. This compound features a benzene ring that is heavily brominated, which significantly influences its chemical properties, including increased stability and reduced reactivity compared to non-brominated analogs. The presence of bromine atoms enhances its hydrophobicity and may impart flame-retardant properties, making it of interest in various industrial applications. Additionally, the compound's structure suggests potential uses in materials science, particularly in the development of polymers or coatings that require enhanced thermal stability. However, the environmental and health implications of brominated compounds necessitate careful handling and assessment, as they can be persistent in the environment and may pose risks to human health and ecosystems. Overall, this compound exemplifies the complex interplay between chemical structure and functional properties in organobromine chemistry.

Formula: C₁₂HBr₉O

1,2,3,4,5-Pentabromo-6-(2,3,5,6-tetrabromophenoxy)benzene (BDE208)

Controlled Product

CAS: 437701-78-5

Applications 1,2,3,4,5-Pentabromo-6-(2,3,5,6-tetrabromophenoxy)benzene is a polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) found as a contaminant in soil.
References Li, X., et al.: SAR. QSAR. Environ. Res., 24, 75 (2013); Henny, C.J., et al.: Ecotoxicol., 20, 682 (2011); Wyrzykowska, B., et al.: Anal. Chem., 81, 4334 (2009);

Formula: C₁₂HBr₉O

Purity: >85%

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 880.27

Ref: TR-P237850