Optical Brightener FP-127, CAS 40470-68-6
Optical Brightener FP-127 is a stilbene-based fluorescent whitening agent with the chemical name 4,4'-Bis(2-methoxystyryl)-1,1'-biphenyl. It is also known as Fluorescent Brightener 378, Fluorescent Brightener FP, CBS-127, UVITEX FP and 4,4'-Bis[2-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethenyl]-1,1'-biphenyl. ECHA identifies CAS 40470-68-6 as 4,4'-bis(2-methoxystyryl)-1,1'-biphenyl with EC No. 254-935-6.
Chemical Name: 4,4'-Bis(2-methoxystyryl)-1,1'-biphenyl
Product Name: Optical Brightener FP-127
CAS No.: 40470-68-6
Synonyms: Fluorescent Brightener 378, Fluorescent Brightener FP, CBS-127, UVITEX FP, Optical Brightening Agent FP, Fluorescent Brightener FP-127, 4,4'-Bis[2-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethenyl]-1,1'-biphenyl, 4,4'-Bis(2-methoxystyryl)biphenyl
EC No.: 254-935-6
Molecular Formula: C30H26O2
Molecular Weight: 418.54 g/mol
IUPAC Name: 4,4'-bis[(E)-2-(2-methoxyphenyl)ethenyl]-1,1'-biphenyl
Chemical Type: Stilbene Fluorescent Brightener
Main Function: Optical Brightener / Fluorescent Whitening Agent

Appearance: Pale green powder
Purity: ≥98.5
Fineness: ≥ 200 mesh
Volatile matter: ≤0.5%
Ash content: ≤0.5%

1. Primarily used for the whitening of resins such as PVC, PP, PE, PU, and PMMA.
2. Features high weather resistance and strong fluorescence intensity; particularly suitable for soft plastics.
3. Exhibits excellent resistance to acids and alkalis, and demonstrates good compatibility with PVC and polystyrene-based materials.
4. Highly efficient; excellent whitening results can be achieved with very low dosage levels.
25kg/carton.
12000MT/year.
Store Optical Brightener FP-127 in tightly sealed original containers in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area.
Protect the product from moisture, excessive heat and direct sunlight.
Keep containers properly closed when not in use.
Hosea Chem® supplies Optical Brightener FP-127, CAS 40470-68-6, also known as Fluorescent Brightener 378, Fluorescent Brightener FP and 4,4'-Bis(2-methoxystyryl)-1,1'-biphenyl, for plastics, PVC, polystyrene, synthetic fibers and other polymer applications.