Description

4-Hydroxy-2',3',5',6'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is a chlorinated hydroxybiphenyl derivative of significant interest in research and analytical chemistry. This compound serves as a crucial reference standard and analytical intermediate for the study of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) metabolites and their environmental impact. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, environmental testing laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in method development, toxicology studies, and the synthesis of specialized chemical libraries.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical methods (e.g., GC-MS, HPLC) in environmental monitoring for PCB contaminants.
• Metabolite Research: Acts as a model compound or intermediate in studies investigating the metabolic pathways and biological effects of hydroxylated PCBs.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key synthetic building block or precursor for the preparation of more complex chlorinated aromatic compounds and derivatives.
• Toxicological Studies: Employed in laboratory research to assess the ecotoxicology and environmental fate of chlorinated organic pollutants.
• Method Development: Critical for developing and optimizing new chromatographic or spectroscopic techniques for the detection of halogenated aromatics.
• Quality Control: Used as an in-house standard in chemical production and analytical service laboratories to ensure accuracy and reproducibility.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2',3',5',6'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	14962-32-4
Molecular Formula	C12H6Cl4O
Molecular Weight	307.99 g/mol
Synonyms	2',3',5',6'-Tetrachloro-4-biphenylol; 4-Hydroxy-2,3,5,6-tetrachlorobiphenyl; PCB Metabolite Derivative; 2,3,5,6-Tetrachloro-4-phenylphenol; 4-Hydroxytetrachlorobiphenyl; Hydroxy-PCB; Tetrachlorohydroxybiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2',3',5',6'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and analytical applications.

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 incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Contact for details

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