Tetrabromocatechol
Also known as: Tetrabromopyrocatechol, 3,4,5,6-tetrabromo-1,2-benzenediol, 3,4,5,6-tetrabromobenzene-1,2-diol, tetrabromo-1,2-dihydroxybenzene, tetrabromo-pyrocatecho, 1,2-dihydroxytetrabromobenzene
Tetrabromocatechol (CAS 488-47-1) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H2Br4O2 and a molecular weight of 425.69500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 189-193ºC, a boiling point of 339.3ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 2.818g/cm3 and a flash point of 159ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 488-47-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-27816-0
- Molecular Formula
- C6H2Br4O2
- Molecular Weight
- 425.69500 g/mol
- Category
- Alcohols
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 189-193ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 339.3ºC at 760mmHg |
| Density | 2.818g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 159ºC |
| Exact Mass | 421.67900 |
| PSA | 40.46000 |
| LogP | 4.14780 |
| Vapor Pressure | 4.73E-05mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.737 |
| Additional Property | It is partly miscible with water. |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2908199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS: 2908199090. derivatives of polyphenols or phenol-alcohols containing only halogen substituents and their salts. 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 Tetrabromocatechol?
The CAS number of Tetrabromocatechol is 488-47-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Tetrabromocatechol?
Tetrabromocatechol has molecular formula C6H2Br4O2 and molecular weight 425.69500 g/mol.
Is Tetrabromocatechol hazardous?
Tetrabromocatechol has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Tetrabromocatechol?
For Tetrabromocatechol, Upstream Products: 3,4,5,6-Tetrabromo-1,2-benzoquinone, 6-Bromopiperonal, Catechol; Downstream Products: 1,2-Cyclohexanediol, Cyclohexanone, 2-Hydroxycyclohexan-1-one.
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