Tetrabromobisphenol A

• CAT Number: R060644
• CAS Number: 79-94-7
• Molecular Formula: C15H12Br4O2
• Molecular Weight: 543.88
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,2-Bis(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxyphenyl)propane; 2,2-Bis(4-hydroxy-3,5-dibromophenyl)propane; 2,2’,6,6’-Tetrabromobisphenol A; 3,3’,5,5’-Tetrabromobisphenol A; 3,5,3’,5’-Tetrabromobisphenol A; 4,4’-(1-Methylethylidene)bis[2,6-dibromophenol]; 4,4’-Isoprop
• Storage: Store at -20 C
• IUPAC Name: 2,6-dibromo-4-[2-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxyphenyl)propan-2-yl]phenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C15H12Br4O2/c1-15(2,7-3-9(16)13(20)10(17)4-7)8-5-11(18)14(21)12(19)6-8/h3-6,20-21H,1-2H3
• InChIKey: VEORPZCZECFIRK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)(C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)Br)O)Br)C2=CC(=C(C(=C2)Br)O)Br

Tetrabromobisphenol A (Cat No.:R060644) is a brominated flame retardant derived from bisphenol A, featuring four bromine atoms that enhance its fire-resistant properties. It is widely used in the manufacturing of flame-retardant epoxy resins, printed circuit boards, and various plastic materials. TBBPA acts primarily in the solid phase by promoting char formation, thereby reducing flammability. While effective, its widespread use has raised environmental and health concerns due to potential persistence and bioaccumulation. TBBPA is also studied for its endocrine-disrupting potential, prompting interest in safer alternatives and stricter regulatory oversight in many regions.