4-Chlorobenzene-1,3-diol, CAS No. 95-88-5

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95-88-5

Catalog No. EBD7130

CAS 95-88-5

Name 4-Chlorobenzene-1,3-diol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 4-Chlorobenzene-1,3-diol 2,4-dihydroxychlorobenzene 3-benzenediol,4-chloro-1 4-chloro-3-benzenediol 4-chlororesorcin 4-chloro-resorcino 6-chlororesorcinol c.i.76510 4-chlororesorcinol 1,3-Benzenediol,4-chloro- 1-Chloro-2,4-dihydroxybenzene 1,3-dihydroxy-4-chlorobenzene 4-chloro-1,3-dihydroxybenzene

Molecular Formula: C6H5ClO2

Molecular Weight: 144.56

MDL Number: MFCD00002273

Categories: Materials Chemistry > Optoelectronic and Organic Semiconductor Materials > Dye Precursors Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Phenols and Ethers

Product Description:

4-Chlororesorcinol is an organic compound featuring a benzene ring substituted with two hydroxyl groups in the meta position and one chlorine atom. It is a solid at room temperature and serves as a versatile chemical building block. Its primary industrial application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance dyes and pigments. It is notably used in the production of certain azo dyes and other colorants. Furthermore, its structure makes it a valuable precursor in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and functional materials for optoelectronic applications, such as in dye-sensitized systems. In synthetic chemistry, it is employed as a bifunctional phenolic monomer for constructing more complex molecular architectures, including ligands and polymers. Handling requires standard precautions for chlorinated phenols, including the use of personal protective equipment due to its potential irritant properties.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 106-108 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 147 °C/18 mmHg(lit.)

Flash Point: 146-148°C/18mm

Density: 1.471 g/cm3

Solubility: soluble

Analytical Data

Appearance: White till light pink powder