Description

3-Hydroxy-2',3',4',5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is a specific, high-purity chlorinated biphenyl derivative, a compound class of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. Its defined structure makes it a valuable reference standard and a key synthetic intermediate for specialized applications. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on environmental analysis, material science, and the development of novel specialty chemicals.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical methods (e.g., GC-MS, HPLC) in environmental testing laboratories for the detection and quantification of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) metabolites and related compounds.
• Chemical Research Intermediate: Serves as a precise building block in organic synthesis for the development of novel compounds with potential applications in material science or as biochemical probes.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Employed in scientific research to study the degradation pathways, metabolic products, and environmental behavior of chlorinated biphenyls.
• Toxicological Research: Used as a defined substance in studies investigating the biological activity, metabolism, and health effects of hydroxylated PCB derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hydroxy-2',3',4',5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	67651-37-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₆Cl₄O
Molecular Weight	307.98 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrachlorobiphenyl; 2',3',4',5'-Tetrachloro-3-biphenylol; PCB 61 Metabolite; 3-OH-PCB 61; 3-Hydroxy-2,3,4,5-tetrachloro-1,1'-biphenyl; Hydroxylated Polychlorinated Biphenyl Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

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

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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