Description

3-Fluoro-2,2',5,5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is a specialized polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) derivative, distinguished by its specific fluorine and chlorine substitution pattern. This compound is of significant value as a high-purity reference standard and a critical intermediate for advanced chemical synthesis and environmental research. It is primarily required by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of electronic materials, agrochemicals, and for conducting environmental fate studies of halogenated aromatics.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Certified material for the calibration of GC-MS, HPLC, and other analytical instruments in environmental monitoring and food safety testing for PCB contaminants.
• Environmental Research: Used as a model compound in studies investigating the degradation, bioaccumulation, and toxicological profile of fluorinated and chlorinated biphenyls.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research due to its stable, halogenated aromatic structure.
• Material Science: Potential precursor in the development of specialized polymers, liquid crystals, or electronic materials where specific halogen interactions are desired.
• Metabolite Identification: Used in metabolic and pharmacokinetic studies to identify and quantify potential breakdown products of related industrial chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Fluoro-2,2',5,5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl
CAS No.	876009-96-0
Molecular Formula	C12H5Cl4F
Molecular Weight	307.97 g/mol
Synonyms	PCB 49-F; 2,2',5,5'-Tetrachloro-3-fluorobiphenyl; 3-Fluoro-2,2',5,5'-tetrachloro-1,1'-biphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 3-fluoro-2,2',5,5'-tetrachloro-; 3-F-PCB 49; Fluorinated PCB Congener
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Fluoro-2,2',5,5'-Tetrachlorobiphenyl is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and spectroscopic identification, to ensure compliance with industry standards for reference materials. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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