Description

2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorothianthrene is a halogenated heterocyclic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This specialized chemical serves as a critical intermediate and building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules and functional materials. It is primarily sought by researchers and industrial chemists in the fields of pharmaceutical development, agrochemical research, and material science for creating novel compounds with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or components in OLEDs.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex sulfur- and chlorine-containing heterocycles in organic chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Development: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments with unique chromophoric properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Can be utilized to create novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorothianthrene
CAS No.	61656-02-8
Molecular Formula	C12H4Cl4S2
Molecular Weight	356.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo[1,4]dithiin; Tetrachlorothianthrene; Dibenzo[1,4]dithiin, 2,3,7,8-tetrachloro-; 2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dithiin; Thianthrene, 2,3,7,8-tetrachloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,3,7,8-Tetrachlorothianthrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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