High bromine, high stability
About 82% bromine and a high melting point suit engineering-plastic processing.
DBDPE
Decabromodiphenyl Ethane (DBDPE) Supplier from China
Decabromodiphenyl ethane (DBDPE) is a high-bromine additive flame retardant for HIPS, ABS, polyolefins, PBT, polyamides and wire and cable compounds. SUNCHEM supplies DBDPE with a batch COA on every shipment; the TDS is sent on request.
CAS 84852-53-9 · C₁₄H₄Br₁₀ · 1,2-Bis(pentabromophenyl)ethane
- Lot COA with every shipment
- Samples for your trials
- Technical support for your trial
Product overview & key benefits
DBDPE carries about 82% bromine and is thermally stable, so it survives the processing temperatures of engineering plastics. It is used together with antimony trioxide as a synergist in HIPS and ABS housings, polypropylene, PBT and polyamide parts, and in wire and cable insulation. It is widely used as the replacement for decabromodiphenyl ether (DecaBDE), and its low bloom and good UV stability suit light-colored parts.
For compounders, bromine content, whiteness and particle size are the numbers that decide dosage and appearance.
DecaBDE replacement
Used where DecaBDE has been phased out, with low bloom in light-colored parts.
Specified on your terms
We quote against your bromine content, whiteness, melting point and particle size and send the batch COA for each lot.
Technical specifications
| Parameter | Typical value |
|---|---|
| Product name | Decabromodiphenyl Ethane |
| Synonyms | DBDPE; 1,2-bis(pentabromophenyl)ethane |
| CAS No. | 84852-53-9 |
| EC No. | 284-366-9 |
| Molecular formula | C₁₄H₄Br₁₀ |
| Molecular weight | 971.2 |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
Bromine content, whiteness, melting point and particle size limits depend on the producer grade and are stated on the TDS and batch COA; the limits for your order are confirmed in the quotation and contract.
Applications by Polymer
Where DBDPE is used, and what to confirm before you switch supply.
HIPS and ABS housings
With antimony trioxide in electrical and electronic housings that must reach UL 94 V-0.
Check before trial
- UL 94 class and thickness
- Whiteness and particle size
- Monthly volume
Polyolefins and cables
In PP parts and in PE and EVA wire and cable compounds.
Check before trial
- Cable standard
- Dispersion in your compound
- Bag size
PBT and polyamides
In glass-filled PBT and PA connectors and electrical parts.
Check before trial
- Processing temperature
- Bromine content
- Sample for trials
Selection & comparison
Choosing the right DBDPE grade
| Your requirement | What usually works |
|---|---|
| HIPS / ABS housings | Standard grade with antimony trioxide synergist |
| Light-colored or white parts | Specify whiteness |
| Fine dispersion in thin parts | Specify particle size |
| Replacing an existing supplier | Send your current TDS or COA; we quote against the parameters you approve |
Packaging & storage
Packaging
Tell us the bag or drum size and pallet requirements you need; we confirm the packaging with the quotation.
Storage
Keep bags closed in a dry store; avoid dust during handling.
From first email to approved supply
Name the end use
Name the polymer and the fire rating you must meet — UL 94 class and thickness, LOI or cable standard.
Compare the numbers that matter
Bromine content, whiteness, melting point, particle size and volatiles.
Plan the synergist
DBDPE is normally used with antimony trioxide; agree the ratio in your trial.
Trial, then lock the spec
Compound a trial batch, run your fire and mechanical tests, and keep the approved lot COA as the reference.
Tell us your requirement. We match the grade.
Tell us the polymer, the fire rating you need, the quantity and the destination port. Add your current specification and we will quote against it.
| Information | Example |
|---|---|
| Application | HIPS, ABS, PP, PBT, PA, wire and cable |
| Required specification | Bromine, whiteness, particle size |
| Packaging | Bag or drum size; pallets |
| Quantity | Sample / trial order / annual volume |
| Destination | Country and port |
| Documents needed | COA, SDS, TDS, RoHS/REACH |
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Bisphenol A Bis(diphenyl phosphate)
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View product →Decabromodiphenyl Ethane (DBDPE) FAQ
What is DBDPE used for?
As an additive flame retardant, usually with antimony trioxide, in HIPS and ABS housings, PP, PBT, polyamides and wire and cable compounds.
Why choose DBDPE instead of DecaBDE?
DBDPE is used as the replacement where DecaBDE is restricted, and it shows low bloom and good stability in light-colored parts.
Which parameters should I compare between offers?
Bromine content, whiteness, melting point, particle size and volatiles.
Can I get the TDS?
Yes. Send an inquiry with your polymer and target rating and we email the TDS.
