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China and India are the leading exporters of Pentabromotoluene (CAS 26101-97-3), collectively accounting for over 70% of global exports in 2023–2024, while the United States, Germany, and South Korea represent the largest importers. Import volumes in the EU and North America have remained relatively stable since 2022, with modest upward pressure on Pentabromotoluene prices reflecting tightening supply chains and regulatory-driven demand consolidation.
Pentabromotoluene (CAS 26101–97–3) is a white to off-white crystalline solid at room temperature, with low volatility and no characteristic odor. It is an aromatic brominated organic compound, specifically a pentabrominated derivative of toluene. Primarily used as a reactive intermediate in organic synthesis, it serves in the production of flame-retardant additives and specialty brominated compounds. Its main application areas include polymer additives—particularly in engineering thermoplastics and electronic encapsulants—where it functions as a precursor to more complex brominated flame retardants. It is not used directly as a final flame retardant but rather undergoes further chemical modification for incorporation into high-performance materials.
This chemical is included in Plastics - Engineering Plastics. See more about what is Pentabromotoluene and Pentabromotoluene SDS information.
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