Description

4-Hydroxy-2',3',4',5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is a specific chlorinated hydroxybiphenyl derivative, a compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. Its defined structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing more complex molecules and a potential reference standard for analytical studies. This product is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial chemists working in the fields of environmental analysis, material science, and the development of specialty chemicals. We supply this compound with a focus on high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to meet stringent research and production requirements.

Application

• Chemical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for the synthesis of more complex polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) derivatives and related compounds.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating equipment and validating methods in environmental and analytical laboratories.
• Environmental Science Studies: Employed in research to study the environmental fate, metabolic pathways, and degradation products of chlorinated aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Development: Investigated for potential applications in the development of specialty polymers or advanced materials with specific electronic or thermal properties.
• Toxicology & Metabolism Research: Used in studies to understand the biological interactions and metabolic transformation of hydroxylated PCB congeners.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-2',3',4',5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	67651-34-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆Cl₄O
Molecular Weight	307.99 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrachlorobiphenyl; 2',3',4',5'-Tetrachloro-4-biphenylol; 4-Hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrachloro-1,1'-biphenyl; PCB 61 Metabolite; Hydroxylated PCB Congener; 4-OH-PCB 61; 4-Hydroxy-PCB 61
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Hydroxy-2',3',4',5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and identification results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

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