Description

1,4,5,8-Tetrachloroanthraquinone is a halogenated derivative of anthraquinone, serving as a crucial high-purity intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a precise building block for creating specialized dyes, pigments, and functional organic materials. This compound is primarily needed by manufacturers in the fine chemical, specialty dye, and advanced material research sectors.

Application

• Key Intermediate for Vat Dyes and Pigments: Serves as a fundamental precursor in the synthesis of high-performance anthraquinone-based vat dyes, known for their excellent color fastness and stability.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced organic compounds for research and development purposes.
• Functional Material Precursor: Acts as a starting material in the creation of organic semiconductors, photoconductors, or other electronic materials due to its conjugated quinone structure.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical and research chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,5,8-Tetrachloroanthraquinone
CAS No.	2841-29-4
Molecular Formula	C14H4Cl4O2
Molecular Weight	346.00 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,8-Tetrachloro-9,10-anthracenedione; 1,4,5,8-Tetrachloro-9,10-anthraquinone; Tetrachloroanthraquinone; C.I. 59105; C.I. Vat Yellow 20; Vat Yellow 20; 1,4,5,8-TCAQ
EINECS	220-625-4

Quality Control

Our 1,4,5,8-Tetrachloroanthraquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the required specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our global B2B clients.

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 such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	≥ 300 °C
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.