Description

Carbonyl Cyanide-4-Nitro-2-Chlorophenylhydrazone is a potent and specific chemical agent widely recognized for its role as an uncoupler of oxidative phosphorylation in mitochondria. This compound is critical for research applications where precise control of cellular energy metabolism is required. It is primarily utilized by researchers and scientists in the fields of biochemistry, cell biology, and pharmacology for mechanistic studies and assay development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a standard uncoupling agent for studying mitochondrial function, ATP synthesis, and cellular respiration.
• Cell Biology Studies: Used to investigate apoptosis, metabolic pathways, and the effects of energy depletion on cellular processes.
• Pharmacology & Toxicology: Employed as a tool compound to screen for compounds that modulate mitochondrial activity or to model metabolic stress.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a key reagent in fundamental research within university laboratories and pharmaceutical/biotech R&D departments.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbonyl Cyanide-4-Nitro-2-Chlorophenylhydrazone
CAS No.	3780-92-5
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClN4O3
Molecular Weight	276.62 g/mol
Synonyms	CCNP; 2-Chloro-4-nitro carbonyl cyanide phenylhydrazone; Carbonyl cyanide 2-chloro-4-nitrophenylhydrazone; 2-Chloro-4-nitrophenylhydrazone of carbonyl cyanide; Uncoupler 2; 1-(2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl)-2-(cyanocarbonyl)hydrazine; 2-Chloro-4-nitrobenzaldehyde carbonyl cyanohydrazone; (2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl)hydrazono(cyano)acetic acid
EINECS	223-247-8

Quality Control

Our Carbonyl Cyanide-4-Nitro-2-Chlorophenylhydrazone is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.