4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane

Name: 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-039459

About 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane

4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane (CAS 50-29-3) is an analytical reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C14H9Cl5, molecular weight 354.5 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-chloro-4-[2,2,2-trichloro-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl]benzene. It is also known as 1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloroethane or Clofenotane.

The product is provided as a solid. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span agrochemical formulations and laboratory analysis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Agrochemical formulations
Laboratory analysis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane
Catalogue No.	VQ-039459
CAS Number	50-29-3
IUPAC name	1-chloro-4-[2,2,2-trichloro-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl]benzene
Molecular formula	C₁₄H₉Cl₅
Molecular weight	354.5 g/mol
Exact mass	353.9117
InChIKey	YVGGHNCTFXOJCH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1C(C2=CC=C(C=C2)Cl)C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	3036

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	6.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloroethane, 1-Chloro-4-(2,2,2-trichloro-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl)benzene, Clofenotane, p,p'-DDT, Chlorophenothane, dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, Dicophane, 4,4'-DDT, Pentachlorin, Gesarol, Zerdane

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P318, P319, P321, P330, P391, 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 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane?

The CAS Registry Number of 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane is 50-29-3. It is also known as 1,1-Bis(4-chlorophenyl)-2,2,2-trichloroethane, 1-Chloro-4-(2,2,2-trichloro-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl)benzene, Clofenotane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane?

4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane has the molecular formula C14H9Cl5 and a molecular weight of 354.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-chloro-4-[2,2,2-trichloro-1-(4-chlorophenyl)ethyl]benzene.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane can I order?

We supply 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane?

Yes. Every lot of 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane 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 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4,4-Dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane 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.