Description

Endrin CAS NO 72-20-8 is a chlorinated cyclodiene compound historically used as a broad-spectrum insecticide. Its primary commercial significance lies in its potent neurotoxic action against a wide range of agricultural pests. This product is relevant for researchers, regulatory bodies, and chemical manufacturers involved in environmental analysis, toxicology studies, and the synthesis of specialized chemical intermediates.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a certified standard for the calibration of analytical instruments in environmental testing laboratories.
• Toxicological Research: Used in scientific studies to understand the mechanisms, persistence, and ecological impact of organochlorine pesticides.
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Employed as a known analyte in method development and quality control for monitoring pesticide residues in soil and water, per global regulatory frameworks.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a precursor or model compound in specialized organic synthesis for research purposes.
• Environmental Fate Studies: Utilized in research to investigate degradation pathways, bioaccumulation, and long-term environmental behavior of persistent organic pollutants (POPs).

Basic Information

Product Name	Endrin
CAS No.	72-20-8
Molecular Formula	C12H8Cl6O
Molecular Weight	380.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Endrin; 1,2,3,4,10,10-Hexachloro-6,7-epoxy-1,4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a-octahydro-1,4-endo,endo-5,8-dimethanonaphthalene; Hexadrin; Mendrin; Nendrin; Compound 269; ENT 17251; SD 3418
EINECS	200-775-7

Quality Control

Our Endrin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity and purity using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its nature, it should be stored separately from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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