Description

Alpha,2,3,4-Tetrachlorotoluene is a halogenated aromatic compound of significant industrial interest, serving as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique substitution pattern, which provides specific reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This chemical is primarily needed by manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors, as well as by research institutions developing new specialty chemicals and materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate for producing complex organic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifying agent in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced properties.
• Organic Synthesis Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new coupling reactions and heterocycle formation.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of intermediates for liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alpha,2,3,4-Tetrachlorotoluene
CAS No.	13911-02-9
Molecular Formula	C7H4Cl4
Molecular Weight	229.92 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4-Tetrachloro-α-methylbenzene; Benzene, 1,2,3,4-tetrachloro-α-methyl-; α,2,3,4-Tetrachlorotoluene; (2,3,4-Trichlorophenyl)chloromethane; 2,3,4-Trichlorobenzyl Chloride (common misnomer); TCT (abbreviation); Tetrachlorotoluene (mixed isomer designation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Alpha,2,3,4-Tetrachlorotoluene is produced under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic techniques (GC/HPLC) to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profiles, and physical specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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