Description

2,2,2-Trichloroacetaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is a high-purity analytical reference standard and chemical derivative. This compound is primarily valued for its role as a key derivative in the qualitative and quantitative analysis of aldehydes, specifically trichloroacetaldehyde (chloral). It is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and analytical chemistry sectors who require precise and reliable reagents for method development and verification.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard for the identification and quantification of chloral and related aldehydes via chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC).
• Derivatization Reagent in sample preparation to enhance the detection sensitivity and stability of target carbonyl compounds.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling and method validation where chloral or its derivatives are process-related substances.
• Research Chemical in synthetic organic chemistry for the preparation of more complex hydrazone-based molecules.
• Quality Control in chemical manufacturing to monitor and control aldehyde content in raw materials or finished products.
• Environmental Testing, applied in the analysis of water or industrial samples for chloral hydrate contamination.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2,2-Trichloroacetaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone
CAS No.	71094-06-9
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl3N4O4
Molecular Weight	327.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Chloral 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone; 2,2,2-Trichloroethanal 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone; 2,4-DNPH Derivative of Chloral; (2,2,2-Trichloroethylidene)hydrazine-2,4-dinitrobenzene; Trichloroacetaldehyde 2,4-DNPH; Chloral DNPH; 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazone of Trichloroacetaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2,2-Trichloroacetaldehyde 2,4-Dinitrophenyl Hydrazone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for analytical and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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