Description

1,3,6,7-Tetrachloronaphthalene is a halogenated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a versatile and high-purity chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals where precise chlorination patterns are critical. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors.

Application

• Chemical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of more complex naphthalene derivatives and specialty chemicals.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and study of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Material Science: Investigated as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or flame retardants.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in medicinal chemistry for creating pharmacologically active scaffolds.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Serves as an intermediate in the production of specific halogenated dyes and pigments.
• Analytical Standard: Used as a reference standard in environmental and analytical chemistry for PAH analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,6,7-Tetrachloronaphthalene
CAS No.	55720-42-8
Molecular Formula	C10H4Cl4
Molecular Weight	265.95 g/mol
Synonyms	Naphthalene, 1,3,6,7-tetrachloro-; Tetrachloronaphthalene (mixed isomers); 1,3,6,7-Tetrachloronaphthalin; PCN 66; Halowax (related series); Polychlorinated Naphthalene (PCN) congener
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3,6,7-Tetrachloronaphthalene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

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