Description

Octachlorodibenzofuran is a highly chlorinated dibenzofuran compound, a member of the polychlorinated dibenzofuran (PCDF) family. This compound is of significant importance as a reference standard and analytical standard in environmental and toxicological research. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and regulatory bodies for the calibration, method development, and precise quantification of dioxin-like pollutants in complex matrices.

Application

• Environmental Analysis: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the analysis of PCDFs in soil, sediment, water, and air samples to monitor environmental contamination.
• Food and Feed Safety Testing: Serves as a critical standard in the detection and quantification of dioxin and furan contaminants in food, animal feed, and edible oils to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Toxicological and Biomedical Research: Employed in studies investigating the toxicokinetics, metabolism, and health effects of persistent organic pollutants (POPs).
• Waste and Emission Monitoring: Essential for analyzing industrial emissions, incineration fly ash, and chemical waste to assess compliance with international treaties like the Stockholm Convention.
• Method Validation and Proficiency Testing: Used by testing laboratories to validate analytical methods (e.g., HRGC/HRMS) and in inter-laboratory comparison studies to ensure accuracy and reproducibility.
• Quality Control for Industrial Processes: Applied in the chemical manufacturing sector to monitor and control the formation of unwanted by-products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octachlorodibenzofuran
CAS No.	39001-02-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂Cl₈O
Molecular Weight	459.75 g/mol
Synonyms	OCDF; 1,2,3,4,6,7,8,9-Octachlorodibenzofuran; Dibenzofuran, octachloro-; Perchlorodibenzofuran; Octachlorodibenzo[b,d]furan; NSC 89289; All chlorine substituted dibenzofuran
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Quality Control

Our high-purity reference standards are manufactured and handled under strict quality protocols. Each batch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including high-resolution gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (HRGC/HRMS) to ensure identity, purity, and stability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with batch-specific data, traceable to primary standards. Our quality system supports compliance needs for GLP and ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.

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). For long-term stability, storage at -20°C is recommended. Handle and store in accordance with all applicable laboratory safety regulations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (by GC/MS)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC/GC)	Total related chlorinated furans < 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in toluene, dichloromethane, DMSO

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