BBMP

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BBMP, 2, 2-bis(Bromomethyl)-1, 3-Propanediol, FR-1138

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A solid, white, organo-halide carcinogen with a musty odor that consists for 78% of 2, 2-Bis(Bromomethyl)-1, 3-Propanediol. BBMP is used in industry as a flame retardant in unsaturated polyester resins, in molded products and in rigid polyurethane foam. BBMP is mutagenic and carcinogenic in animals and is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. (NCI05), Hazardous or Poisonous Substance

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