Description

4-Hydroxy-2,2',4',6'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is a specific chlorinated biphenyl derivative, distinguished by the presence of hydroxyl and chlorine substituents. This compound is of significant interest in research and development, particularly for its role as a key intermediate or reference standard in environmental and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by industrial and academic laboratories focused on the study of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) metabolites, environmental fate, and toxicological profiling.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (LC) for the quantification and identification of PCB metabolites in environmental and biological samples.
• Environmental Research: Serves as a critical model compound in studies investigating the biodegradation, photodegradation, and metabolic pathways of hydroxylated PCBs in ecosystems.
• Toxicology Studies: Employed in research to understand the endocrine-disrupting potential, receptor binding affinity, and other toxicological endpoints of hydroxylated chlorinated biphenyls.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a specialized building block for the synthesis of more complex chemical entities or labeled derivatives for tracer studies.
• Method Development & Validation: Essential for developing and validating new analytical methods in regulatory and quality control laboratories focused on persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2,2',4',6'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	150304-08-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆Cl₄O
Molecular Weight	307.99 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2,2',4',6'-tetrachlorobiphenyl; 2,2',4',6'-Tetrachloro-4-biphenylol; 4-Hydroxy-2,2',4',6'-tetrachloro-1,1'-biphenyl; 4-PCB-OH (2,2',4',6'); Hydroxylated PCB congener; PCB metabolite standard; 2,2',4',6'-Tetrachloro-4-hydroxybiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2,2',4',6'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for research applications. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided to guarantee it meets your specific research-grade specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.