Description

2-[(Pentachlorophenyl)Dithio]Ethanol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a pentachlorophenyl group linked to an ethanol moiety via a dithio bridge. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing high-performance materials and functional chemicals where specific reactivity and stability are required. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process engineers in the agrochemical, polymer additive, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel agrochemicals, such as fungicides and herbicides.
• Building block for polymer additives, including stabilizers and vulcanization agents.
• Precursor in material science for creating functionalized surfaces or ligands.
• Research chemical for developing pharmaceutical intermediates with specific disulfide linkages.
• Used in the study and production of liquid crystal compounds and other advanced organic materials.
• Starting material for corrosion inhibitors and specialty surfactants in industrial formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[(Pentachlorophenyl)Dithio]Ethanol
CAS No.	80303-93-1
Molecular Formula	C8H5Cl5OS2
Molecular Weight	362.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Pentachlorophenyl)disulfanyl]ethanol; Ethanol, 2-[(pentachlorophenyl)dithio]-; 2-Hydroxyethyl pentachlorophenyl disulfide; Pentachlorophenyl 2-hydroxyethyl disulfide; 80303-93-1; PCPDE; 2-(Pentachlorophenyldisulfanyl)ethan-1-ol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[(Pentachlorophenyl)Dithio]Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and consistent batch-to-batch reliability. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and may be moisture-sensitive. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.