2,4,6-Trichlorophenol CASNo : 88-06-2

2,4,6-Trichlorophenol, with CAS number 88-06-2, is a chemical compound with the formula C6H3Cl3O. It’s a solid, typically appearing as a yellow-whitish or white to light brown powder or lumps. Its melting point is around 64-66°C, and it’s a bit soluble in water.

Properties:
Purity: Often available with a purity of 98%+.
Molecular Weight: 197.44 g/mol.
Appearance: White to light yellow to light brown lumps or powder, sometimes with a slight blackish appearance when melted.
Density: 1.675 g/cm3 at 25°C.
Melting Point: 65.0°C.
Boiling Point: 246.0°C.
Flash Point: 99°C.

Pesticide: It’s been used in various pesticide formulations, including fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides.
Wood preservative: It’s been used to protect wood from decay and insect damage.
Glue preservative: It can be added to glues to prevent fungal growth and degradation.
Disinfectant and antiseptic: It has been used in mixtures as a disinfectant and antiseptic.
Synthesis of agrochemicals: It serves as a precursor in the synthesis of certain agrochemicals.
Other uses: It has been used as a defoliant, anti-mildew agent for textiles, and in the treatment of Guinea worm ulcers