ICL FR-720 is an additive flame retardant that contains both aromatic and aliphatic bromine. It is a powder-form product that is soluble in acetone, methylene chloride, and toluene. ICL FR-720 is compatible with a variety of polymers and resins, including polyolefins and styrenes. The product belongs to the halogenated compounds chemical family and functions primarily as a flame retardant. The chemical name of ICL FR-720 is tetrabromobisphenol A bis(dibromopropyl ether).

Chemical Name: Tetrabromobisphenol A bis(dibromopropyl ether)

Chemical Family: Brominated Compounds, Halogenated Compounds

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Polyolefins, Styrenes

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Manufactured By
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Molecular formula
C₂₁H₂₀Br₈O₂
Technologies
Product Families
Chemical Structure

Applications & Uses

Compatible Polymers & Resins
Uses

FR-720 is an additive flame retardant containing both aromatic and aliphatic bromine. FR-720 is suitable for polyolefin and styrenic resins and it is especially recommended for UL-94 class V-2. It is also applicable in class V-0 polypropylene. FR- 720 is cost efficient and allows good physical properties of the resin to be maintained.

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Appearance
White to pale yellow powder
Insoluble in
Water, Methanol
Soluble in
Acetone, Toluene, Methylene
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight943.2--
Color10--
Volatiles0.2%-
Melting Range113 - 117°C-
Specific Gravity2.3--
Bromine Content68%-
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density (at 20°C)0.96--
Molecular Weight944--
Oxidising PropertiesThe structure indicates non oxidizing properties--
Decomposition Temperature306°C-
Auto Ignition Temperature (Dust)740°C-
Partition Coefficient (Log Pow)7.21--
Solubility in Water (at 20°C)0.144µg/L-
Relative Density2.3--
Vapor Pressure (at 20°C)0.029Pa-
Melting Point113 - 117°C-
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder Solid--
Typical Analysis
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Weight Loss (thermogravimetric analysis 10°C/min, air)10%-
Weight Loss (thermogravimetric analysis 10°C/min, air)5%-
Weight Loss (thermogravimetric analysis 10°C/min, air)2%-

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling Information

Store in a dry, cool and well ventilated area. Avoid inhalation, ingestion and contact with the skin and eyes. Avoid exposure to moisture.