2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR

Name: 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-000435

About 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide in AR grade, a biological stain registered under CAS number 101-38-2 at a purity of ≥98%. The compound has the formula C6H2Cl3NO, corresponding to a molecular weight of 210.4 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2,6-dichloro-4-chloroiminocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-one. It is also known as N,2,6-Trichloro-p-benzoquinoneimide or Gibb's reagent.

It is supplied as a yellow to orange to brown crystalline powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 65-67 °C. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include histology and cytology staining, microscopy, clinical laboratories and analytical determinations. It is used across academic and industrial research, diagnostics and biotechnology and textiles and dyeing.

Standard pack sizes are 5 g, 10 g, 50 g and 100 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Histology & cytology staining
Microscopy
Clinical laboratories
Analytical determinations

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR
Catalogue No.	VQ-000435
CAS Number	101-38-2
IUPAC name	2,6-dichloro-4-chloroiminocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-one
Molecular formula	C₆H₂Cl₃NO
Molecular weight	210.4 g/mol
Exact mass	208.9202
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29252990
InChIKey	YHUMTHWQGWPJOQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=C(C(=O)C(=CC1=NCl)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	7556

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Yellow to orange to brown crystalline powder
Melting point	65-67 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	29.4 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
UN number	UN 3224
Synonyms	N,2,6-Trichloro-p-benzoquinoneimide, Gibb's reagent, Gibbs reagent, 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, 2,6-Dichloro-4-(chloroimino)cyclohexa-2,5-dienone, 2,5-Cyclohexadien-1-one, 2,6-dichloro-4-(chloroimino)-, 2,6-Dichloroquinone chloroimide, 2,6-Dichloroquinonechloroimine, N,2,6-Trichlorobenzoquinone imine, 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimine, 2,6-Dichlorobenzoquinone chloroimide, 2,6-Dichloro-4-N-chloroquinonimine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H242Heating may cause a fire
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P234, P235, P240, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403, P403 + P233, P405, P410, P411, P420

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

Other grades of CAS 101-38-2

2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, 98%

CAS: 101-38-2
Formula: C₆H₂Cl₃NO
MW: 210.4 g/mol

VQ-046137

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR?

The CAS Registry Number of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR is 101-38-2. It is also known as N,2,6-Trichloro-p-benzoquinoneimide, Gibb's reagent, Gibbs reagent.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR?

2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR has the molecular formula C6H2Cl3NO and a molecular weight of 210.4 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,6-dichloro-4-chloroiminocyclohexa-2,5-dien-1-one.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR can I order?

We supply 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR in AR (≥98%) grade, in 5 g, 10 g, 50 g, 100 g, 5 x 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR?

Yes. Every lot of 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR 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 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR is classified as hazardous (UN 3224), 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.

How should 2,6-Dichloroquinone-4-chloroimide, GR be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.