2,2’,4,4’,5,5’-Hexachlorobiphenyl

• CAT Number: R025300
• CAS Number: 35065-27-1
• Molecular Formula: C12H4Cl6
• Molecular Weight: 360.864
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,2’,4,4’,5,5’-Hexachloro-1,1’-biphenyl; 2,4,5,2’,4’,5’-Hexachlorobiphenyl; CB 153; K 153; PCB 153
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1,2,4-trichloro-5-(2,4,5-trichlorophenyl)benzene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C12H4Cl6/c13-7-3-11(17)9(15)1-5(7)6-2-10(16)12(18)4-8(6)14/h1-4H
• InChIKey: MVWHGTYKUMDIHL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=C(C(=CC(=C1Cl)Cl)Cl)C2=CC(=C(C=C2Cl)Cl)Cl

2,2’,4,4’,5,5’-Hexachlorobiphenyl is a polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) compound known for its persistence and toxicity in the environment. Used historically in electrical equipment and industrial applications, it is now a significant pollutant. Its stability and lipophilicity lead to bioaccumulation, posing health risks to wildlife and humans. Research focuses on its environmental impact and strategies for remediation and risk reduction.