Decabromodiphenylethane

CAS Number: 84852-53-9

Molecular Formula: C14H4Br10

Purity: ≥ 98%

Brominated Flame RetardantPolymer AdditiveIndustrial GradeREACH RegisteredISO 9001 CertifiedDTXSID (EPA DSSTox): DTXSID2052732UNII (FDA): WZ2532TA0A

About Decabromodiphenylethane

DBDPE or decabromodiphenyl ethane, is a highly brominated flame retardant used as a polymer additive to improve fire resistance and thermal stability for various functionalities. DeBDethane is a low-smoke, halogenated flame retardant for PVC, HIPS, and other thermoplastics, universally applied in electronics, cables, a...

Synonyms

Decabromodiphenyl
DBDPE
Planelon BDE
(+)-catechinhydrate
Decadiphenyl 8010

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Decabromodiphenylethane Specifications

CAS Number

84852-53-9

Molecular Formula

C14H4Br10

IUPAC Name

1,2,3,4,5-pentabromo-6-[2-(2,3,4,5,6-pentabromophenyl)ethyl]benzene

Canonical SMILES

C(CC1=C(C(=C(C(=C1Br)Br)Br)Br)Br)C2=C(C(=C(C(=C2Br)Br)Br)Br)Br

InChI Key

BZQKBFHEWDPQHD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

InChI=1S/C14H4Br10/c15-5-3(6(16)10(20)13(23)9(5)19)1-2-4-7(17)11(21)14(24)12(22)8(4)18/h1-2H2

PubChem CID

10985889

UNII Code

WZ2532TA0A

EINECS Number

284-366-9

HSN No

2903.99.90

CAS Number

84852-53-9

Molecular Formula

C14H4Br10

IUPAC Name

1,2,3,4,5-pentabromo-6-[2-(2,3,4,5,6-pentabromophenyl)ethyl]benzene

Canonical SMILES

C(CC1=C(C(=C(C(=C1Br)Br)Br)Br)Br)C2=C(C(=C(C(=C2Br)Br)Br)Br)Br

InChI Key

BZQKBFHEWDPQHD-UHFFFAOYSA-N

InChI

InChI=1S/C14H4Br10/c15-5-3(6(16)10(20)13(23)9(5)19)1-2-4-7(17)11(21)14(24)12(22)8(4)18/h1-2H2

PubChem CID

10985889

UNII Code

WZ2532TA0A

EINECS Number

284-366-9

HSN No

2903.99.90

Appearance

White to off-white powder or granules

Odor

Odorless

Density (25 °C)

~3.0 g/cm³

Melting Point

345 – 360 °C

Decomposition Temperature

> 400 °C

Solubility

Insoluble in water; soluble in aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons Particle Size: Typically 3 – 10 µm (depending on grade)

Bromine Content

≥ 82%

Purity

≥ 98%

Volatile Matter

≤ 0.1%

Free Bromine

≤ 20 ppm

Specific Surface Area

3 – 8 m²/g

Particle Size (d50)

3 – 6 µm

Hazard statements

H302: Harmful if swallowed H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation H335: May cause respiratory irritation H413: May cause long-lasting harmful effects to aquatic life H360: May damage fertility or the unborn child (based on some studies, though not consistently listed) H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure (based on some studies)

(P) Statements code

P261 P264 P270 P280 P302+P352 P305+P351+P338

Polymer Flame Retardancy

Preferred for PVC, HIPS, ABS, and engineering plastics to enhance fire resistance. Flame retardant for polyolefins (PP, PE), styrenics (HIPS, ABS), elastomers. Exclusive for ngineering plastics (PA, PBT, PET, PC blends)

Electrical & Electronics

Key additive for cable insulation, housings, connectors, and electronic components (Wire & cable insulation, connectors, circuit boards)

Automotive Plastics

Improves thermal stability and fire safety of automotive interior and exterior parts

Industrial Use

Additive for polymer manufacturers, Insulation materials, roofing sheets, plastic panels, pipes, B2B industrial applications.

Textiles & Adhesives

Used in back-coatings, adhesives, sealants requiring flame retardancy

Functional Benefit

Provides high flame retardancy, low smoke emission, and chemical stability in thermoplastic applications

Temperature

Store at 15–30 °C

Environment

Dry, sealed containers; avoid moisture

Shelf Life

3–5 years under recommended storage conditions

Handling

Use PPE (gloves, goggles, dust mask); avoid inhalation or contact with skin

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Decabromodiphenyl
DBDPE
Planelon BDE
(+)-catechinhydrate
Decadiphenyl 8010

Decabromodiphenylethane FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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