Description

4-Hydroxy-2',5'-Dichlorobiphenyl is a halogenated biphenyl derivative that serves as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its molecular structure, featuring both phenolic and chloro substituents, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and steric properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a biphenyl core structure.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the dichloro and hydroxy groups confer specific bioactivity.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a foundational unit in the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials, including liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or chain modifier in the production of specialty polymers and high-performance resins.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies in cross-coupling reactions and as a standard for analytical method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2',5'-Dichlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	53905-28-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈Cl₂O
Molecular Weight	239.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2',5'-Dichloro-4-biphenylol; 2',5'-Dichloro-4-hydroxybiphenyl; 4-(2,5-Dichlorophenyl)phenol; 2,5-Dichlorobiphenyl-4-ol; Biphenyl-4-ol, 2',5'-dichloro-; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-ol, 2',5'-dichloro-; 4-Hydroxy-2,5-dichlorobiphenyl
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2',5'-Dichlorobiphenyl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical characteristics is provided with every shipment.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.