Bromochlorophene
CAS 15435-29-7
EC 239-446-8
Formula C13H8Br2Cl2O2
MW 426.92 g/mol
Pharmaceutical Intermediates Personal Care & CosmeticsPharmaceuticals & HealthcareWater Treatment Preservation & BiocideCleaning & Degreasing
Description
Bromochlorophene (CAS 15435-29-7, EC 239-446-8) is a halogenated bisphenol compound also known under the trade names Brophen and Bromchlorophen. It carries no assigned E-code and is classified under HS code 2907.29.9000. The molecular formula is C13H8Br2Cl2O2.
In personal care and cosmetic formulations, bromochlorophene functions as a preservative by disrupting microbial cell membranes, providing broad-spectrum activity against bacteria and fungi at low concentrations. It is also employed in pharmaceutical manufacturing as an antimicrobial intermediate and finds application in water treatment systems where persistent biocidal action is required.
Bromochlorophene is supplied as a solid and is subject to REACH registration requirements for EU market access. Procurement teams should confirm supplier compliance documentation, including Safety Data Sheets aligned with current CLP regulations. Packaging formats and available grades vary by supplier and should be confirmed at the time of enquiry.
In personal care and cosmetic formulations, bromochlorophene functions as a preservative by disrupting microbial cell membranes, providing broad-spectrum activity against bacteria and fungi at low concentrations. It is also employed in pharmaceutical manufacturing as an antimicrobial intermediate and finds application in water treatment systems where persistent biocidal action is required.
Bromochlorophene is supplied as a solid and is subject to REACH registration requirements for EU market access. Procurement teams should confirm supplier compliance documentation, including Safety Data Sheets aligned with current CLP regulations. Packaging formats and available grades vary by supplier and should be confirmed at the time of enquiry.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 189 °C |
| Boiling Point | 452.3±40.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 1.923±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Color | White to Off-White |
| Form | Solid |
| Log P | 6.267 (est) |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 2907.29.9000 |
Other Names
brophenbromochlorofenBromchlorophenBROMOCHLOROPHENBromchlorophenebromochlorofenebromchlorphene
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