α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%

Name: α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-010493

About α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%

α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene (CAS 4235-46-5) is a halogenated building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of 97%. With the molecular formula C8H5Br5, it has a molar mass of 500.64 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 4-bromo-1,2-bis(dibromomethyl)benzene. Alternative names: alpha,alpha,alpha,alpha,4-Pentabromo-o-xylene.

The material typically appears as white to orange to green powder to crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 113-117 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for cross-coupling substrates, alkylation reactions and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Available in 5 g packs, α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Cross-coupling substrates
Alkylation reactions
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010493
CAS Number	4235-46-5
IUPAC name	4-bromo-1,2-bis(dibromomethyl)benzene
Molecular formula	C₈H₅Br₅
Molecular weight	500.64 g/mol
Exact mass	499.6267
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	MSKRZYXIEGFYFD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C=C1Br)C(Br)Br)C(Br)Br
PubChem CID	5151205

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to orange to green powder to crystals
Melting point	113-117 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	5.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302+H312+H332Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% is 4235-46-5. It is also known as alpha,alpha,alpha',alpha',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, alpha,alpha,alpha,alpha,4-Pentabromo-o-xylene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%?

α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% has the molecular formula C8H5Br5 and a molecular weight of 500.64 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-bromo-1,2-bis(dibromomethyl)benzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% can I order?

We supply α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% in (97%) grade, in 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. α,α,α',α',4-Pentabromo-o-xylene, 97% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.