Description

Decachloro-p-Xylene is a highly chlorinated aromatic compound, serving as a versatile and potent chemical intermediate. Its fully substituted structure provides exceptional stability and reactivity, making it a valuable building block for advanced synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop high-performance materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its chlorinated backbone for enhanced bioactivity and environmental persistence.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Used as a specialized building block for creating complex drug molecules, particularly in developing compounds with specific halogenated aromatic motifs.
• Flame Retardant Formulations: Acts as a high-efficiency chlorinated additive or intermediate in flame-retardant plastics, textiles, and coatings.
• Specialty Polymer Production: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing heat-resistant and chemically stable polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis labs for studying perchlorination reactions and developing novel chlorinated compounds.
• Dyestuff and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of certain chlorinated pigments and dyes that require high thermal and chemical stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decachloro-p-Xylene
CAS No.	2142-35-0
Molecular Formula	C8Cl10
Molecular Weight	474.62 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,4,5-Tetrakis(chloromethyl)-3,6-dichlorobenzene; Perchloro-p-xylene; p-Xylene, decachloro-; 1,2,4,5-Tetrakis(chloromethyl)-3,6-dichlorobenzol; Decachloro-1,4-dimethylbenzene; NSC 403095; 3,6-Dichloro-1,2,4,5-tetrakis(chloromethyl)benzene
EINECS	218-387-5

Quality Control

Our Decachloro-p-Xylene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer requirements and industry standards. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 acids and organic solvents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	285°C - 295°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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