(E)-1,4-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)but-2-ene-1,4-dione CAS 5465-37-2

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.5465-37-2
Molecular FormulaC16H10Cl2O2
Molecular Weight305.16 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

(E)-1,4-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)but-2-ene-1,4-dione CAS 5465-37-2 chemical structure

Description

(E)-1,4-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)but-2-ene-1,4-dione (CAS 5465-37-2) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C16H10Cl2O2. Molecular weight: 305.16 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC16H10Cl2O2
Molecular Weight305.16 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)11.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1958
Halogen ContentCl-containing

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