Dechlorane

Name: Dechlorane
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-039358

About Dechlorane

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Dechlorane, an API reference standard registered under CAS number 2385-85-5. The compound has the formula C10Cl12, corresponding to a molecular weight of 545.5 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,2,3,4,5,5,6,7,8,9,10,10-dodecachloropentacyclo[5.3.0.02,6.03,9.04,8]decane. Common synonyms include Mirex and Mirex (Dechlorane 4070).

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a reference sample of the parent drug substance, it is used for identification, assay and impurity-profiling work during analytical method development, validation (AMV) and routine QC. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, Dechlorane is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

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

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Dechlorane
Catalogue No.	VQ-039358
CAS Number	2385-85-5
IUPAC name	1,2,3,4,5,5,6,7,8,9,10,10-dodecachloropentacyclo[5.3.0.02,6.03,9.04,8]decane
Molecular formula	C₁₀Cl₁₂
Molecular weight	545.5 g/mol
Exact mass	545.6174
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	GVYLCNUFSHDAAW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C12(C3(C4(C5(C3(C(C1(C5(C2(C4(Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)(Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	16945

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	5.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Synonyms	Mirex, Mirex (Dechlorane 4070), Perchloropentacyclodecane, Perchlorodihomocubane, Ferriamicide, Dodecachloropentacyclodecane, Perchlordecone, Dechlorane 4070, Fire Ant Bait, HRS l276, Hexachlorocyclopentadiene dimer, ENT 25,719

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H362May cause harm to breast-fed children
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P263, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362 + P364, 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 Dechlorane?

The CAS Registry Number of Dechlorane is 2385-85-5. It is also known as Mirex, Mirex (Dechlorane 4070), Perchloropentacyclodecane.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Dechlorane?

Dechlorane has the molecular formula C10Cl12 and a molecular weight of 545.5 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,2,3,4,5,5,6,7,8,9,10,10-dodecachloropentacyclo[5.3.0.02,6.03,9.04,8]decane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Dechlorane can I order?

We supply Dechlorane 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 Dechlorane?

Yes. Every lot of Dechlorane 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 Dechlorane be shipped internationally?

Yes. Dechlorane 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.