General Description
Pale yellow crystalline solid.
Reactivity Profile
TETRABROMOPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE(632-79-1) reacts exothermically with water. This reaction is expected to be slow, but can become vigorous if local heating accelerates it. Reaction with water is accelerated by acids. Incompatible with acids, strong oxidizing agents, alcohols, amines, and bases.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water. Sensitive to moisture .
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for this compound are not available. TETRABROMOPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE is probably combustible.
Chemical Properties
white to light yellow powder
Uses
Tetrabromophthalic Anhydride is a brominated flame retardant used as additives in plastics to decrease the rate of combustion of these materials, leading to greater consumer safety.
Uses
tetrabromophthalic anhydride is a reactive flame retardant, can be used for polyester resin, epoxy resin, flame retardant, also can be used for flame retardant for PS, PP, PE, flame-retardant ABS resin.
Definition
ChEBI: Tetrabromophthalic anhydride is a cyclic dicarboxylic anhydride and a member of 2-benzofurans.
Hazard
Low toxicity by ingestion, inhalation, and
skin contact. A mild eye irritant.
