Toxaphene

Name: Toxaphene
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-043685

About Toxaphene

Toxaphene is a high-purity reference standard of Toxaphene carrying the CAS registry number 8001-35-2. Its molecular formula is C10H8Cl8 and its molecular weight is 411.8 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)-3-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane. Alternative names: Camphechlor (Toxaphene) and Agricide.

The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 7 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Laboratories use this Toxaphene standard for identity and assay testing, system suitability checks and method validation supporting ANDA and DMF filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Toxaphene in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Identification & assay
Method development & validation
QC reference material
Agrochemical formulations

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Toxaphene
Catalogue No.	VQ-043685
CAS Number	8001-35-2
IUPAC name	1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)-3-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₈Cl₈
Molecular weight	411.8 g/mol
Exact mass	411.8075
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	OEJNXTAZZBRGDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C=C1C(C2(C(C(C1(C2(Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)(CCl)CCl
PubChem CID	5284469

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	4.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Camphechlor (Toxaphene), Agricide, Geniphene, Phenacide, Agsco toxaphene, Fasco-terpene, Polychlorcamphene, Strobane-t, Chem-Phene, Gy-phene, Camphofene huileux, 1,2,3,4,7,7-hexachloro-6,6-bis(chloromethyl)-5-methylidenebicyclo(2.2.1)heptane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H315Causes skin irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P317, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Toxaphene?

The CAS Registry Number of Toxaphene is 8001-35-2. It is also known as Camphechlor (Toxaphene), Agricide, Geniphene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Toxaphene?

Toxaphene has the molecular formula C10H8Cl8 and a molecular weight of 411.8 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)-3-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane.

What is Toxaphene used for?

Toxaphene is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Toxaphene. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Toxaphene can I order?

We supply Toxaphene in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Toxaphene?

Yes. Every lot of Toxaphene is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Toxaphene be shipped internationally?

Yes. Toxaphene is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.