Description

4-Hydroxy-2,2',5'-Trichlorobiphenyl is a halogenated biphenyl derivative, specifically a trichlorinated hydroxybiphenyl. This compound serves as a valuable chemical intermediate and research standard in advanced organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and studying metabolic pathways.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules, particularly in agrochemical and pharmaceutical research.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for method development, calibration, and quality control in environmental and residue analysis, especially for polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) metabolite studies.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories to investigate the properties, reactivity, and environmental fate of chlorinated aromatic compounds.
• Metabolite Studies: Acts as a model compound or a specific metabolite in toxicological and biodegradation research related to PCBs.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2,2',5'-Trichlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	53905-33-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₇Cl₃O
Molecular Weight	273.54 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2',5'-Trichloro-4-biphenylol; 2,2',5'-Trichloro-4-hydroxybiphenyl; 4-Hydroxy-2,2',5'-trichlorobiphenyl; PCB Metabolite (2,2',5'-Trichloro-4-hydroxy); 2,2',5'-Trichloro-4-phenylphenol; 4-Hydroxy-2,2',5'-trichloro-1,1'-biphenyl; 2,2',5'-Trichlorobiphenyl-4-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Hydroxy-2,2',5'-Trichlorobiphenyl is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure consistent quality and identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results is available for every shipment 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 incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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