1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene

Also known as: alpha,alpha,alpha',alpha'-tetrabromo-o-xylene, alpha,alpha,alpha',alpha'-tetrabromo-2-xylene, alpha,alpha,beta,beta-tetrabromo-o-xylene, o-xylylene tetrabromide, Benzene, 1,2-bis(dibromomethyl)-, 1,2-bis(dibromomethyl)benzene, 1,2-Phenylenebis(dibromomethane), A,A,A',A'-tetrabromo-o-xylene, MFCD00000131, EINECS 236-176-2, NSC 38607

1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene (CAS 13209-15-9) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6Br4 and a molecular weight of 421.74900 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 114-116 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 343.9ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.392 g/cm3 and a flash point of 157.8ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, H335 — May cause respiratory irritation and H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 13209-15-9
Jingsj CID: J-1334489-2
Molecular Formula: C₈H₆Br₄
Molecular Weight: 421.74900 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	114-116 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	343.9ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	2.392 g/cm3
Flash Point	157.8ºC
Exact Mass	417.72000
LogP	5.26340
Vapor Pressure	0.000136mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.685

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Danger

H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2903999090
Summary	2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene?

The CAS number of 1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene is 13209-15-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene?

1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene has molecular formula C8H6Br4 and molecular weight 421.74900 g/mol.

Is 1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene hazardous?

1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation; H400 — Very toxic to aquatic life.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene?

For 1,2-Bis(dibromomethyl)benzene, Upstream Products: 2-Methylbenzyl chloride, o-xylene; Downstream Products: Tetracene, 2,3-Naphthalenedicarboximide, N-Phenyl-2,3-naphthalimide.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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