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Chloranilic acid
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Chloranilic acid is a chlorinated organic compound used in organic synthesis and the preparation of pharmaceuticals, and particularly as an analytical reagent, for example in spectrophotometric metal determination and as a charge-transfer complexing agent in drug assays. It appears as a yellow crystalline solid. Available in high purity with a molecular weight of 208.98 g/mol, it has a CAS number of 87-88-7 and should be stored at ambient temperatures. It carries a warning signal word due to its potential hazards. Molekula supplies Chloranilic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £77.70 per pack ex VAT · £93.24 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Red to Reddish Orange to Orange crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | ≥ 290°C |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Solubility | Soluble in hot water and methanol |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.2% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.01% |
| Assay (w/w) | ≥ 98.00% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 40958519 |
| CAS Number | 87-88-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxycyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione |
| EC Number | 201-780-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H2Cl2O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 208.98 |
| Exact Mass | 207.933 |
| SMILES | C1(=C(C(=O)C(=C(C1=O)Cl)O)Cl)O |
| InChIKey | IPPWILKGXFOXHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H2Cl2O4/c7-1-3(9)5(11)2(8)6(12)4(1)10/h9,12H |
| PubChem CID | 66604 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29147940 |
| Tariff Code | 2914790090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2,5-Cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
- 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-1,4-benzoquinone
- 2,5-Dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4-dione
- 2,5-Dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-p-benzoquinone
- 2,5-Dichloro-3,6-dihydroxybenzoquinone
- 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxycyclohexa-2,5-diene-1,4-dione
- 2,5-Dihydroxy-3,6-dichlorobenzoquinone
- p-Benzoquinone, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
- p-Chloranilic acid
- p-Quinone, 2,5-dichloro-3,6-dihydroxy-
Frequently asked questions
What is chloranilic acid used for?
Chloranilic acid is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of quinones and other aromatic compounds.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of chloranilic acid?
The formula is C6H2Cl2O4 with a molecular weight of 208.98 g/mol.
How should chloranilic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of chloranilic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies chloranilic acid in reagent grade.
Can Molekula supply chloranilic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply chloranilic acid in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of chloranilic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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