Description

4'-Hydroxy-3,4,5,3',5'-Pentachlorobiphenyl is a specific polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) derivative, distinguished by the presence of a hydroxyl group. This compound is of significant interest in analytical and environmental chemistry as a reference standard or metabolite marker for studying the environmental fate and toxicological profile of PCBs. It is primarily required by research institutions, environmental testing laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in advanced analytical method development and regulatory compliance testing.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: For the calibration of instruments (GC-MS, HPLC) and quantification of PCB metabolites in environmental and biological samples.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Used as a model compound to investigate the hydroxylation pathways and biodegradation mechanisms of PCBs in soil and water.
• Toxicological Research: Serves as a key analyte in studies assessing the endocrine-disrupting potential and metabolic pathways of chlorinated biphenyls.
• Method Development & Validation: Critical for developing and validating new analytical protocols for detecting hydroxylated PCBs in complex matrices.
• Quality Control Material: Employed as a known compound in laboratory proficiency testing and internal quality assurance programs.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Supports testing mandated by environmental protection agencies for monitoring PCB contamination and transformation products.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-Hydroxy-3,4,5,3',5'-Pentachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	130689-92-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₅Cl₅O
Molecular Weight	358.43 g/mol
Synonyms	4'-Hydroxy-3,4,5,3',5'-Pentachlorobiphenyl; 3,4,5,3',5'-Pentachloro-4-biphenylol; 4-Hydroxy-2,3,5,6,2',4',6'-Heptachlorobiphenyl (related isomer); PCB Metabolite; Hydroxylated PCB Congener; 4'-OH-PCB 107; 4'-OH-3,4,5,3',5'-PentaCB
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4'-Hydroxy-3,4,5,3',5'-Pentachlorobiphenyl is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We guarantee high-purity material suitable for analytical applications, with identity and purity verified by advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and support your research integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This light-sensitive compound should be handled to minimize prolonged exposure to ambient conditions.

Specification

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

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