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3,3′,5,5′-Tetrabromobiphenyl (CAS 16400-50-3)

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CAS Number:
16400-50-3
Molecular Weight:
469.80
Molecular Formula:
C12H6Br4
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This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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3,3′,5,5′-Tetrabromobiphenyl (TBBP) is a brominated flame retardant widely employed in industrial and consumer products. It has gained recognition as a persistent organic pollutant due to its presence in various environmental compartments. Within scientific research, 3,3′,5,5′-Tetrabromobiphenyl serves as a valuable model compound for investigating the environmental fate of brominated flame retardants. The precise mechanism of action of 3,3′,5,5′-Tetrabromobiphenyl remains partially understood. It is known to interact with essential cellular components like proteins and lipids.


3,3′,5,5′-Tetrabromobiphenyl (CAS 16400-50-3) References

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  2. Two Low-Cost and Efficient Hole-Transporting Materials for n-i-p Type Organic-Inorganic Hybrid Perovskite Solar Cells.  |  Cui, BB., et al. 2018. ACS Omega. 3: 10791-10797. PMID: 31459193
  3. The molecular mechanism of the antagonistic activity of hydroxylated polybrominated biphenyl (OH-BB80) toward thyroid receptor β.  |  Zhang, X., et al. 2019. Sci Total Environ. 697: 134040. PMID: 31476509
  4. Thyroid Dysfunction of Zebrafish (Danio rerio) after Early-Life Exposure and Discontinued Exposure to Tetrabromobiphenyl (BB-80) and OH-BB-80.  |  Zhang, X., et al. 2022. Environ Sci Technol. 56: 2519-2528. PMID: 35075897

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3,3′,5,5′-Tetrabromobiphenyl, 1 g

sc-476562
1 g
$101.00