1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane

Synonym(s):HBCD;HBCDD

CAS NO.：3194-55-6
Empirical Formula: C12H18Br6
Molecular Weight: 641.7
MDL number: MFCD00003716
EINECS: 221-695-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2023-12-25 17:47:29

1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane Structural

What is 1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane?

Chemical properties

off-white to beige crystalline powder and chunks

The Uses of 1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane

1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane(HBCD) was used to compare the efficiency of different advanced extraction techniques for the recovery of brominated flame retardants from styrenic polymers. It was used to study the kinetics of the thermal and photolytic segregation of HBCD using HPLC.

What are the applications of Application

1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane is for the study of kinetics of the thermal and photolytic segregation of HBCD via HPLC

Definition

ChEBI: 1,2,5,6,9,10-hexabromocyclododecane is a bromoalkane consisting of cyclododecane bearing six bromo substituents at positions 1, 2, 5, 6, 9 and 10. It has a role as a neurotoxin, a persistent organic pollutant and a xenobiotic. It is a bromoalkane, a bromohydrocarbon and a brominated flame retardant.

General Description

1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane(HBCD) is a brominated flame retardant. It is used in the textile industry and polystyrene foam manufacturing. Electrochemical reduction of HBCD at carbon and silver cathodes has been studied using cyclic voltammetry and controlled-potential electrolysis.

Biochem/physiol Actions

1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane enhances the diet-induced body weight gain and metabolic dysfunction via disruption of lipid and glucose homeostasis in mice fed normal diet or high-fat diet.

Properties of 1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane

Melting point:	188-191 °C
Boiling point:	505.2±50.0 °C(Predicted)
Density	2.145±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
solubility	acetone: soluble25mg/mL, clear, colorless to light yellow
form	neat
BRN	1911324
CAS DataBase Reference	3194-55-6(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane (3194-55-6)

Safety information for 1,2,5,6,9,10-Hexabromocyclododecane

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H361:Reproductive toxicity H362:Reproductive toxicity, effects on or via lactation H410:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260:Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P263:Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.