It is a brominated flame retardant, previously shown to be a multisite carcinogen in experimental animals. The compound is used as a fire retardant in unsaturated polyester resins, in molded products, and in rigid polyurethane foam. It shows clear evidence of carcinogenicity and genotoxicity activity.
SKU | RCLST079962 |
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CAS number | 3296-90-0 |
Molecular Formula | C5H10Br2O2 |
Catalog Number | RCLST079962 |
Chemical Name | Pentaerythritol Dibromide |
Synonyms | 2,2-Bis(bromomethyl)-1,3-propanediol; 1,3-Dibromo-2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)propane; 1,3-Dibromo-2,2-dimethylolpropane; Dibromoneopentyl Glycol; FR 1138; FR 522; NSC 9001; Pentaerythritol Dibromohydrin; |
Molecular Weight | 261.94 |
Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly, Heated), Methanol (Slightly, Heated) |
Stability | No Data Available |
Appearance | White to Off-White Solid |
Storage Condition | -20˚C Freezer |