Description

Chloranil is a high-purity, yellow crystalline solid widely recognized as a versatile oxidizing agent and intermediate in organic synthesis. Its primary commercial value lies in its strong electron-accepting properties, making it essential for the production of dyes, pigments, and advanced electronic materials. This compound is critical for manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable and consistent performance in their processes.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A key starting material in the synthesis of quinacridone and other high-performance organic pigments.
• Agricultural Chemicals: Used as an intermediate in the manufacture of certain fungicides and herbicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Serves as a dehydrogenating and oxidizing agent in various laboratory and industrial-scale chemical reactions.
• Electronics Industry: Employed in the production of charge-transfer complexes and as a dopant for organic semiconductors.
• Photographic Chemicals: Functions in some specialized photographic development processes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a cross-linking agent or catalyst in specific polymerization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chloranil
CAS No.	118-75-2
Molecular Formula	C6Cl4O2
Molecular Weight	245.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrachloro-1,4-benzoquinone; 2,3,5,6-Tetrachloro-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione; 2,3,5,6-Tetrachloro-p-benzoquinone; Spergon; Vulklor; Chloranil (Technical Grade); Tetrachloroquinone; 1,4-Benzoquinone, tetrachloro-
EINECS	204-274-4

Quality Control

Our Chloranil is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous internal specifications, which typically include assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, reducing agents, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to greenish-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	290°C - 295°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.