Description

2,4-Dichlorodibenzofuran is a halogenated dibenzofuran derivative, a compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. Its specific chlorination pattern makes it a valuable intermediate and reference standard for environmental analysis and toxicological studies. This high-purity compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of analytical chemistry, environmental science, and the development of flame retardants or specialty polymers.

Application

• Environmental Analysis Reference Standard: Used as a critical calibration standard and surrogate in the analysis of polychlorinated dibenzofurans (PCDFs), a class of persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
• Toxicological Research: Serves as a specific congener for studying the structure-activity relationships, metabolic pathways, and environmental fate of chlorinated dioxin-like compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a building block for the synthesis of more complex halogenated aromatic compounds used in specialized material science applications.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Employed in laboratories to validate and optimize analytical methods such as High-Resolution Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (HRGC/HRMS).
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Used by industrial and environmental testing facilities to ensure compliance with international regulations concerning dioxin and furan emissions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2,4-Dichlorodibenzofuran
CAS No.	24478-74-8
Molecular Formula	C12H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	237.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-DCDF; Dibenzofuran, 2,4-dichloro-; 2,4-Dichlorodibenzofuran; PCDF-24; 24478-74-8; NSC 89292
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2,4-Dichlorodibenzofuran is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity by GC and/or HPLC, confirming the absence of critical isomers and impurities. Our quality systems support traceability and are designed to meet the rigorous demands of analytical reference standard applications.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Isomeric Purity	Contact for details

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