1,4-Dichlorobenzene (106-46-7) (C6H4Cl2)

1,4-Dichlorobenzene (p-Dichlorobenzene) is an aromatic chlorinated compound with the chemical formula C6H4Cl2 and molecular weight 147.00 g/mol. It appears as a white crystalline solid with a strong, characteristic mothball-like odor. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. It is volatile, flammable, and stable under normal storage conditions.
In terms of uses and applications, 1,4-Dichlorobenzene is widely used as a deodorizer and disinfectant in toilet blocks, air fresheners, and moth repellents due to its sublimation property. It is also used in the chemical industry as an intermediate for producing dyes, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. In the polymer industry, it is used in specialty resin and chemical synthesis. Additionally, it finds application in fumigants, odor control products, and laboratory research. Due to its toxicity and environmental concerns, its use is regulated in many regions.