2,4-Dichlorophenol
- CAS Number
- 120-83-2
- HSN Code
- 29081900
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4Cl2O
- Catalogue Number
- AL1722
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 163.01 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
2,4-dichlorophenol is a dichlorophenol that is phenol carrying chloro substituents at positions 2 and 4.
Also known as 2,4-Dichlorophenol, 2,4-Dichlorophenol, 2,4-Dichlorophenol, 2,4-Dichlorophenol.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1722
- CAS Number
- 120-83-2
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4Cl2O
- Molecular Weight
- 163.01 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29081900
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 45 °C; Boiling point: 210 °C; Flash point: 114 °C; Density: 1.4 g/cm³; Solubility: Soluble in carbon tetrachloride.
- Appearance
- Hexagonal needles from benzene
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 gm plastic bottle, 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
- Catalogue No.
- AL1722
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 120-83-2
- EC Number
- 204-429-6
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 604-007-00-8
- Chemical Formula
- C6H4Cl2O
- HSN Code
- 29081900
- Synonyms
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol, 2,4-Dichlorophenol, 2,4-Dichlorophenol, 2,4-Dichlorophenol
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Intermediate in the synthesis of herbicides and other agrochemicals.
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Acute Tox. 3; Skin Corr. 1B; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8449 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation and skin sensitization.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
- CAS No.
- 120-83-2
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Toxic effects may include headache, dizziness, nausea, and skin irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Fire extinguishing agents: water or foam may be used even though frothing occurs.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle with gloves and in a fume hood. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- White to pale tan
- Odour
- Strong medicinal
- Odour threshold
- Not determined
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not determined
- Melting point
- 45 °C
- Freezing point
- Not determined
- Boiling point
- 210 °C
- Flash point
- 114 °C
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 500 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- Not determined
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable under normal conditions
- Vapour pressure
- 0.09 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 5.62
- Density
- 1.4 g/cm³
- Solubility
- Soluble in carbon tetrachloride
- Log Pow
- 3.06
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not determined
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not determined
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but may react with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including chlorine and hydrogen chloride. Decomposes on burning.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 580 mg/kg; LD50 Rat ip 430 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 1730 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 2908
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 2908
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 2908
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 2908
- UN-No. (RID)
- 2908
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- 2,4-Dichlorophenol
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as the key intermediate in 2,4-D herbicide manufacturing research and in the synthesis of other chemical compounds.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00610
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 163.01 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Description | White crystals/crystalline powder | White crystals/crystalline powder |
| Assay | (Min.) 98.0% | 98.26% |
| Melting range | 40 – 43°C | 40 – 43°C |
The above product complies with LR grade
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. 45 °C; b.p. 210 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Soluble in carbon tetrachloride |
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