Description

4-Methylsulfonyl-2,2',4',5-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is a specialized chlorinated biphenyl derivative featuring a methylsulfonyl substituent, offering unique chemical reactivity and physical properties. This compound is valued as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical synthesis and analytical research. It is primarily required by industries focused on environmental analysis, advanced material development, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Environmental Analytical Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the quantification and identification of polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) metabolites and sulfone derivatives in environmental samples via GC-MS or LC-MS.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals, leveraging its reactive sulfonyl and chloro groups.
• Toxicology & Metabolite Studies: Employed in research to study the metabolic pathways, environmental fate, and toxicological profiles of halogenated aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a precursor or dopant in the development of advanced polymeric materials and electronic components due to its specific halogenated structure.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Essential for method development and validation in laboratories ensuring compliance with environmental regulations concerning persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylsulfonyl-2,2',4',5-Tetrachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	69797-52-0
Molecular Formula	C13H8Cl4O2S
Molecular Weight	378.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2',4',5-Tetrachloro-4-(methylsulfonyl)biphenyl; PCB Sulfone Metabolite; 4-(Methylsulfonyl)-2,2',4',5-tetrachlorobiphenyl; 2,2',4',5-Tetrachlorobiphenyl-4-yl methyl sulfone; 4-Methylsulphonyl-2,2',4',5-tetrachlorobiphenyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 4-Methylsulfonyl-2,2',4',5-Tetrachlorobiphenyl adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept sealed under inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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