Description

1,3,5,8-Tetrachloronaphthalene is a halogenated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a versatile chemical intermediate in advanced synthesis. Its value lies in its specific chlorination pattern, which provides unique reactivity and stability for constructing complex organic molecules. This compound is primarily needed by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in medicinal chemistry for creating novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for producing specialized dyes and colorants.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a potential component or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors.
• Flame Retardant Research: Studied for its application in developing new flame-retardant additives for polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile intermediate in various organic synthesis routes, including cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,5,8-Tetrachloronaphthalene
CAS No.	31604-28-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₄Cl₄
Molecular Weight	265.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Naphthalene, 1,3,5,8-tetrachloro-; Tetrachloronaphthalene; 1,3,5,8-Tetrachloronaphthalin; NSC 404087; 1,3,5,8-TCN; Perchloronaphthalene (specific isomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3,5,8-Tetrachloronaphthalene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.