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Dibromochloroacetic acid (DBCAA) – Reference Materials for Residue and DBP Analysis
Dibromochloroacetic acid Precision Reference Materials for Confident HAA9 Compliance
Ensure accurate DBP monitoring with high-purity dibromochloroacetic acid DBCAA reference materials from HPC Standards. Our certified neat and solution standardsoptionally with isotopelabelled analoguesdeliver traceable calibration for EPA 557, GCECD derivatization, and HRMS workflows. Supplied with comprehensive CoA purity, identity, uncertainty, stability and aligned with international quality requirements, they support ISOIEC 17025 laboratories in drinking water, environmental, and industrial matrices. Choose ready-to-use concentrations, multicomponent HAA mixes, or custom formulations to optimize method validation, routine QAQC, and regulatory reporting.
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Dibromochloroacetic acid solution |  | 678341 | 1X1ML | Please log in. |
High-quality reference materials for accurate quantification of dibromochloroacetic acid in drinking water, environmental, and industrial matrices—tested to international quality requirements and supplied with comprehensive documentation for regulatory compliance.
Overview
Dibromochloroacetic acid (DBCAA) is a halogenated acetic acid and a disinfection byproduct (DBP) formed when bromide-containing waters are disinfected (e.g., chlorination or chloramination) in the presence of natural organic matter. It is typically investigated alongside other haloacetic acids (HAAs) as part of broader DBP control programs in drinking water and environmental monitoring.
DBCAA is relevant for water utilities, contract laboratories, and industrial facilities assessing DBP occurrence, treatment performance, and exposure risks.
Formation and Sources
DBCAA forms during oxidative treatment of raw waters containing bromide and organic precursors. Elevated formation potential is associated with higher bromide levels, warmer temperatures, longer contact times, and higher disinfectant doses.
Typical matrices: treated drinking water, distribution systems, swimming pools and spas, reclaimed water, and occasionally surface waters impacted by disinfected effluents.
Uses
DBCAA has no common intentional industrial use; its primary relevance is as a target analyte in DBP research, occurrence studies, treatment optimization, and regulatory or guidance-driven monitoring programs.
Regulatory Landscape
Jurisdictions commonly regulate or set guidance for haloacetic acids as groups (e.g., HAA5, HAA9). While DBCAA is not typically included in the HAA5 group, it is part of the expanded HAA9 suite monitored in many programs and methods.
Examples: US EPA Disinfectants and Disinfection Byproducts Rules regulate HAA5; EPA Method 557 targets nine HAAs (HAA9), including brominated species such as DBCAA, for monitoring. The EU Drinking Water Directive sets a parametric value for HAA5, and expanded HAA monitoring (including DBCAA) is applied in risk-based assessments.
Monitoring and Compliance
Routine monitoring focuses on occurrence, spatial/seasonal variability, and treatment efficacy (e.g., precursor removal, alternative disinfectants, bromide management). DBCAA is included when a broader understanding of brominated DBP formation is required.
Representative monitoring plans include quarterly to monthly sampling at plant effluents and distribution system locations, with optimized sample preservation and rapid analysis to minimize artifact formation or loss.
Health Impact
As with several brominated haloacetic acids, DBCAA has demonstrated cytotoxic and genotoxic potential in experimental systems. Animal toxicology studies on related HAAs indicate effects on liver, kidney, and development at sufficient doses. Human epidemiological evidence for DBCAA specifically is limited; risk management relies on controlling overall HAA formation.
Risk assessment typically considers cumulative exposure to multiple HAAs rather than DBCAA alone, emphasizing minimization of total DBP burden in drinking water.
Human Toxicity
Hazard profile: corrosive/irritant properties typical of strong halogenated acids; potential for eye, skin, and respiratory irritation on contact or inhalation of aerosols; harmful if ingested. Follow strict laboratory safety procedures and consult the substance safety documentation.
Exposure pathways in analytical settings are primarily occupational; implement engineering controls and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Environmental Impact
DBCAA contributes to the overall load of halogenated disinfection byproducts in treated waters. Brominated HAAs can be more toxic to aquatic organisms than their chlorinated analogs. Environmental persistence varies with pH, temperature, and sunlight; biodegradation and hydrolysis may be limited under typical distribution system conditions.
Effects on Wildlife
At elevated concentrations, brominated HAAs may exert sublethal and acute effects on aquatic organisms. While DBCAA-specific ecotoxicity datasets are comparatively sparse, precautionary management focuses on minimizing DBP formation and preventing discharge peaks to sensitive aquatic environments.
Analytical Methods
- GC-ECD after derivatization (methyl ester formation) as described in widely used protocols (e.g., Standard Methods 6232B; EPA 552.3 for the HAA suite). Offers high sensitivity in clean water matrices.
- LC/IC-MS/MS direct analysis (e.g., EPA 557 for HAA9) without derivatization, enabling robust multi-analyte workflows and reduced sample handling.
- Confirmation by HRMS where required in research contexts. Method performance depends on proper preservation, matrix control, and rigorous calibration with appropriate internal standards.
Sample Collection and Preservation
- Collect in amber containers with minimal headspace; quench residual disinfectant immediately (e.g., ammonium chloride or sodium thiosulfate as method-validated).
- Chill to ≤6°C; analyze promptly per method holding times. Avoid extreme pH shifts and exposure to light or heat. Validate preservation chemistry to prevent formation or degradation artifacts.
Analytical Standards
HPC Standards provides certified reference materials for dibromochloroacetic acid to support rigorous method validation, routine calibration, and QA/QC in drinking water and environmental laboratories.
Available formats include neat materials and single- or multi-component solutions at method-relevant concentrations. Custom mixtures and matrix-matched solutions can be supplied on request. Stable isotope-labelled analogues for internal standardization are available where applicable.
Quality and Accreditation
Our reference materials are manufactured and tested according to international quality requirements, with full documentation (Certificate of Analysis) covering purity, identity, concentration, traceability, measurement uncertainty, stability, and homogeneity.
Products are designed for compliance support in accredited laboratories (e.g., ISO/IEC 17025) and align with best practices for metrological traceability.
Storage and Stability
Store sealed solutions refrigerated in the dark; avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles and prolonged exposure to light or elevated temperatures. Follow the product label for recommended storage (e.g., 2–8°C or below) and use-by dates. Allow solutions to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.
Safety Measures and Handling
- Handle in a fume hood with lab coat, chemical-resistant gloves, and eye/face protection.
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes; prevent inhalation of vapors or aerosols. In case of spill, neutralize cautiously and dispose as halogenated organic waste per local regulations.
- Consult Safety Data Sheets for detailed hazard, first aid, and transport information.
Matrices and Application Areas
- Drinking water and distribution systems (compliance and optimization of disinfection processes).
- Wastewater reuse, industrial process water, and recreational waters (pools, spas).
- Research on DBP formation, bromide management, and advanced treatment performance (e.g., activated carbon, membranes, alternative disinfectants).
Related Compounds
Frequently co-monitored HAAs include monochloro-, dichloro-, trichloro-, monobromo-, dibromo-, bromochloro-, bromodichloro-, and chlorodibromoacetic acids. Inclusion of DBCAA within expanded HAA panels supports comprehensive DBP control strategies, particularly in bromide-rich source waters.
Ordering Information
- Formats: neat solid/liquid (where applicable), single-analyte solutions, multi-component HAA mixes.
- Typical concentrations for solutions: method-ready levels (e.g., low mg/L in methanol or water/methanol), with custom concentrations on request.
- Packaging: amber ampoules or vials with tamper-evident seals; bulk and custom pack sizes available.
Contact HPC Standards for technical support, custom formulations, and documentation to meet your analytical and regulatory needs.