87-65-0

2,6-dichlorophenol(87-65-0) is a white crystalline solid with a strong odor. Odor threshold concentration: 0.003 mg/L at 86 °F; 200 micrograms/liter at 68-72 °F. Taste threshold concentration: 0.0002 mg/L. (NTP, 1992)

2,6-DICHLOROPHENOL(87-65-0) is incompatible with acid chlorides, acid anhydrides and oxidizing agents .

Insoluble in water.

2,6-Dichlorophenol is produced as a by-product from the direct chlorination of phenol. It is used primarily as a starting material for the manufacture of trichlorophenols, tetrachlorophenols, and pentachlorophenols. It also acts as a sex pheromone for the Lone Star tick

Flash point data for this chemical are not available; however, 2,6-DICHLOROPHENOL is probably combustible.

If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure, begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit

UN2020 Chlorophenols, solid, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.

Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides, acid fumes, acid anhyrides and acid chlorides

2,6-Dichlorophenol is a white crystalline solidhaving a strong odor similar to o-chlorophenol; Molecularweight=163.00; Boiling point=219.5℃; Freezing/Melting point=68-69℃. Hazard Identification (based onNFPA-704 M Rating System): Health 3, Flammability 0,Reactivity 0.

2,6-Dichlorophenol is a white crystalline solid having a strong odor similar to o-chlorophenol.

white or light purple crystals

Dissolve in a combustible solvent and incinerate in a furnace equipped with afterburner and scrubber. In accordance with 40CFR165, follow recommendations for the disposal of pesticides and pesticide containers. Must be disposed properly by following package label directions or by contacting your local or federal environmental control agency, or by contacting your regional EPA office. Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant (≥100 kg/mo) must conform with EPA regulations governing storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal

2,6-Dichlorophenol is produced as a by-product from the direct chlorination of phenol. It is used primarily as a starting material for the manufacture of trichlorophenols, tetrachlorophenols, and pentachlorophenols. It also acts as a sex pheromone for the Lone Star tick.

ChEBI: A dichlorophenol with the chloro substituents at positions 2 and 6.

2,6-Dichlorophenol has been prepared by the chlorination of phenol with chlorine gas in the presence of nitrobenzene and fuming sulfuric acid, by the decomposition of the diazotate of 2,6-dichloro-4-aminophenol, and by the decarboxylation of 3,5-dichloro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid in quinoline or dimethylaniline.

Journal of the American Chemical Society, 73, p. 2723, 1951 DOI: 10.1021/ja01150a084
Organic Syntheses, Coll. Vol. 3, p. 267, 1955

Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Storein a secure poison location. Prior to working with 2,6-DCPyou should be trained on its proper handling and storage.Store in tightly closed containers in a refrigerator awayfrom oxidizers and other incompatible materials listedabove.