Description

Aldrin CAS NO 309-00-2 is a chlorinated hydrocarbon insecticide belonging to the cyclodiene family. It was historically significant for its potent and persistent action against soil-dwelling pests. Due to its environmental persistence and bioaccumulation, its commercial use is now heavily restricted or banned in most countries under the Stockholm Convention. Today, it is primarily supplied for controlled research, analytical reference standard preparation, and specialized non-agricultural applications where its unique properties are required under strict regulatory oversight.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a certified standard for environmental testing, residue analysis, and regulatory compliance monitoring in laboratories.
• Scientific Research: Used in toxicological, environmental fate, and degradation studies within academic and regulatory research institutions.
• Historical Sample Analysis: Employed in forensic and environmental archaeology to identify and quantify legacy contamination.
• Specialized Pest Control: In limited, legally sanctioned scenarios for critical vector control, subject to stringent local and international regulations.
• Chemical Intermediate: For the synthesis of other organochlorine compounds in controlled research settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aldrin
CAS No.	309-00-2
Molecular Formula	C12H8Cl6
Molecular Weight	364.91 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,3,4,10,10-Hexachloro-1,4,4a,5,8,8a-hexahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene; HHDN; Aldrec; Aldrex; Aldrite; Aldrosol; Compound 118; ENT 15,949; Octalene; Seedrin
EINECS	206-215-8

Quality Control

Our Aldrin is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure identity, purity, and traceability for research and analytical purposes. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, chromatographic profile, and verification against reference standards. We adhere to relevant guidelines for the preparation of analytical reference materials to support reliable scientific data.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its chemical nature, it should be stored separately from strong oxidizers and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to tan crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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