4,5-Dichloro-2-methylphenol CAS 52780-67-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.52780-67-3
Molecular FormulaC7H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight177.03 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

4,5-Dichloro-2-methylphenol CAS 52780-67-3 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of 4,5-Dichloro-2-methylphenol is closely related to a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, chlorine substitution, an aromatic ring system in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

CATO supplies 4,5-Dichloro-2-methylphenol (CAS 52780-67-3), a certified reference material (molecular formula C7H6Cl2O, MW 177.03 g/mol) for analytical method development and quality control.

Based on its molecular formula C7H6Cl2O, 4,5-Dichloro-2-methylphenol contains a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, chlorine substitution, an aromatic ring system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 177.03 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 4,5-Dichloro-2-methylphenol under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC7H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight177.03 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, acetonitrile, DMSO, water (slightly soluble)
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)4.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1972
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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