Description

1,1,3,4-Tetrachlorobuta-1,3-Diene (CAS NO 42769-38-0) is a specialized chlorinated hydrocarbon intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring multiple chlorine atoms on a conjugated diene system, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile electrophile or diene component in Diels-Alder and other cycloaddition reactions for constructing complex ring systems.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for the development of specialty polymers and advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for methodological studies and the discovery of new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,1,3,4-Tetrachlorobuta-1,3-Diene
CAS No.	42769-38-0
Molecular Formula	C4H2Cl4
Molecular Weight	195.87 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,3,4-Tetrachloro-1,3-butadiene; 1,3-Butadiene, 1,1,3,4-tetrachloro-; NSC 60545; Tetrachlorobuta-1,3-diene; 1,1,3,4-Tetrachlorobutadiene; 1,3,4,4-Tetrachlorobuta-1,3-diene (isomer); Perchlorobutadiene (common name for tetrachloro isomers)
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Quality Control

Our 1,1,3,4-Tetrachlorobuta-1,3-Diene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical research and synthesis work. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C for extended stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 5.0%

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