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2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide
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2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, also known as Gibbs reagent, is a chlorinated quinone used primarily as an analytical reagent for the colorimetric detection of phenols, including TLC visualization and the Gibbs phenol test. It is also employed in chemical synthesis and as a reagent in laboratory settings. This chemical has a CAS number of 101-38-2, with the molecular formula C6H2Cl3NO and a molecular weight of 210.45 g/mol. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries a Danger signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 16205368
- CAS Number
- 101-38-2
- IUPAC Name
- 2,6-dichloro-4-chloroiminocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-one
- EC Number
- 202-937-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6H2Cl3NO
- Molecular Weight
- 210.45
- Exact Mass
- 208.9202
- SMILES
- C1=C(C(=O)C(=CC1=NCl)Cl)Cl
- InChIKey
- YHUMTHWQGWPJOQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C6H2Cl3NO/c7-4-1-3(10-9)2-5(8)6(4)11/h1-2H
- PubChem CID
- 7556
Synonyms
- 2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-one, 2,6-dichloro-4-(chloroimino)-
- 2,6-Dichloro-4-(chloroimino)cyclohexa-2,5-dienone
- 2,6-Dichloro-4-N-chloroquinonimine
- 2,6-Dichlorobenzoquinone chloroimide
- 2,6-Dichloroquinone chloroimide
- 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimine
- 2,6-Dichloroquinonechloroimine
- Gibbs reagent
- N,2,6-Trichlorobenzoquinone imine
- p-Benzoquinone imine, N,2,6-trichloro-
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide (DCQ) commonly used for?
DCQ is primarily used as a chromogenic reagent that couples with phenols at the para position to form indophenol dyes, allowing phenols to be detected and determined, for example in TLC visualization and the Gibbs phenol test.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide?
The molecular formula is C₆H₂Cl₃NO, and the molecular weight is 210.45 g/mol.
What safety classification does this product have, and how should it be handled?
The product is labeled with the signal word 'Danger' due to its hazardous properties; handle with appropriate PPE and under a fume hood.
What grades or purities of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies analytical and synthetic-grade DCQ, with purity typically ≥98% as confirmed by HPLC or NMR.
Can Molekula supply 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; minimum order quantities and packaging options vary, so please contact sales for details.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet with batch-specific data.
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