Description

2,4-Dichlorophenyl 2,5-Dichlorophenyl Ether is a specialized diaryl ether compound featuring multiple chlorine substituents, which confer unique chemical stability and reactivity. This structural motif makes it a valuable advanced intermediate for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in high-value chemical sectors. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those requiring halogenated aromatic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for developing specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or flame-retardant materials.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems due to its electron-deficient aromatic rings.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used in analytical laboratories as a high-purity standard for method development, environmental testing, or residue analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4-Dichlorophenyl 2,5-Dichlorophenyl Ether
CAS No.	155999-92-1
Molecular Formula	C12H6Cl4O
Molecular Weight	307.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dichloro-2-(2,5-dichlorophenoxy)benzene; 2,5-Dichloro-1-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)benzene; Bis(2,4-dichlorophenyl) Ether (isomeric mixture reference); 2,4,2',5'-Tetrachlorodiphenyl Ether; Diarylether, tetrachloro-; Tetrachlorodiphenyl Ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain a rigorous quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. Our products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and assay. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with each shipment. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for advanced intermediates, ensuring reliability for your critical synthesis workflows.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.