Description

3,4-Dichlorobenzotrichloride is a key chlorinated aromatic intermediate of significant industrial importance. Its high reactivity, particularly the trichloromethyl group, makes it a versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for the production of advanced fine chemicals and active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its aromatic chlorine substituents for bioactivity.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where its structure serves as a core for further functionalization.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a starting material for producing chlorinated derivatives used in specialty dyes and organic pigments.
• Polymer Additives: Can be utilized in the synthesis of flame retardants and stabilizers for various polymer systems.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a reagent for introducing the dichlorophenyl moiety or for further reactions involving the trichloromethyl group in research and development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dichlorobenzotrichloride
CAS No.	13014-24-9
Molecular Formula	C7H3Cl5
Molecular Weight	278.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dichloro-4-(trichloromethyl)benzene; 3,4-Dichlorobenzylidyne Trichloride; 3,4-Dichloro-α,α,α-trichlorotoluene; Benzene, 1,2-dichloro-4-(trichloromethyl)-; 3,4-Dichlorophenyltrichloromethane; α,α,α,3,4-Pentachlorotoluene
EINECS	235-864-8

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dichlorobenzotrichloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent and highly volatile compound, appropriate secondary containment and vapor control measures are recommended. Recommended storage temperature: 2-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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