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alpha,alpha-Dichlorodiphenylmethane, 97%
Description
α,α-Dichlorodiphenylmethane is a degradation product of of polychloroaromatic insecticides such as Dicofol (D436700) and DDT. It is also used as a catalyst for photodegradation of plastics. It is an important raw material and intermediate used in Organic Synthesis, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals.
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α,α-Dichlorodiphenylmethane is a degradation product of of polychloroaromatic insecticides such as Dicofol (D436700) and DDT. It is also used as a catalyst for photodegradation of plastics. It is an important raw material and intermediate used in Organic Synthesis, Pharmaceuticals, Agrochemicals.
Solubility
Soluble in water (reacts), ether, benzene, ethanol, and toluene.
Notes
Stable under recommended storage conditions. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and bases.
Specifications
Specifications
| Density | 1.242 |
| Boiling Point | 180°C to 181°C (17 mmHg) |
| Flash Point | >110°C (230°F) |
| Refractive Index | 1.605 |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| UN Number | UN3265 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water (reacts),ether,benzene,ethanol,and toluene. |
| Formula Weight | 237.13 |
| Percent Purity | 97% |
| Chemical Name or Material | alpha,alpha-Dichlorodiphenylmethane |
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