Description

2,2',4,4',5,5'-Hexachlorodiphenyl Ether is a specific, highly chlorinated congener of the diphenyl ether family. This compound is of significant interest in industrial and research settings as a chemical intermediate and a reference standard for environmental analysis. It is primarily utilized by analytical laboratories and chemical manufacturers involved in the synthesis of specialized materials or the study of persistent organic pollutants. The product is supplied with a focus on high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to meet rigorous application requirements.

Application

• As a reference standard and calibrant in environmental testing for polychlorinated diphenyl ethers (PCDEs).
• Used in analytical research and method development for gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).
• Serves as a key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex halogenated aromatic compounds.
• Employed in toxicological studies to understand the environmental fate and effects of chlorinated aromatics.
• Potential use in the development of flame-retardant material research, given its structural similarity to other halogenated flame retardants.
• Utilized as a model compound in photochemical and degradation studies of chlorinated ethers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2',4,4',5,5'-Hexachlorodiphenyl Ether
CAS No.	71859-30-8
Molecular Formula	C12H4Cl6O
Molecular Weight	376.88 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2',4,4',5,5'-Hexachlorodiphenyl Oxide; PCDE 153; 1,1'-Oxybis(2,4,5-trichlorobenzene); Hexachlorodiphenyl Oxide; 2,4,5,2',4',5'-Hexachlorodiphenyl Ether; Diphenyl Ether, hexachloro-; NSC 89292
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2',4,4',5,5'-Hexachlorodiphenyl Ether is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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