Description

2,3,3',4,6-Pentachlorobiphenyl is a specific congener of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), a class of synthetic organic chemicals. This compound is primarily utilized as a critical analytical standard and reference material for environmental monitoring and toxicological research. It is essential for laboratories and research institutions focused on the detection, quantification, and study of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in compliance with global regulatory frameworks.

Application

• Environmental Analysis Reference Standard: Used for calibrating equipment and validating methods in the analysis of PCB residues in soil, water, and sediment samples.
• Food Safety Testing: Serves as a critical standard in the quantification of PCB contaminants in food and feed products to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Toxicological and Ecotoxicological Research: Employed in studies to understand the environmental fate, bioaccumulation, and toxic effects of specific PCB congeners.
• Quality Control and Method Development: Used by chemical manufacturers and testing laboratories to develop and verify analytical procedures for PCB mixtures.
• Regulatory Compliance and Proficiency Testing: Essential for laboratories participating in inter-laboratory comparison studies and demonstrating competency for environmental monitoring mandates.
• Waste and Remediation Analysis: Applied in the characterization of PCB-contaminated waste materials and monitoring of remediation site cleanup.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,3',4,6-Pentachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	74472-35-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₅Cl₅
Molecular Weight	326.43 g/mol
Synonyms	PCB 110; 2,3,3',4,6-Pentachloro-1,1'-biphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 2,3,3',4,6-pentachloro-; 2,3,3',4,6-PentaCB; Biphenyl, 2,3,3',4,6-pentachloro-; Pentachlorobiphenyl (IUPAC name: 2,3,3',4,6-Pentachlorobiphenyl); Congener 110; Aroclor congener 110
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,3,3',4,6-Pentachlorobiphenyl is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure identity, purity, and stability. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards for reference materials. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing lot-specific results are available upon request.

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 and prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., hexane, toluene)

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