Description

1-Tetracene CAS NO 109-27-3 is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound, also known as naphthacene. This material is valued for its unique photophysical and electronic properties, making it a critical component in advanced materials research and development. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photonics, and as a fundamental building block in chemical synthesis.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: A fundamental material for studying charge transport and as a model compound in the development of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics.
• Optoelectronic Devices: Used in the research and fabrication of light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and lasers due to its fluorescence properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor or building block for the synthesis of more complex polycyclic aromatic compounds and dyes.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a standard in chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy for the identification and quantification of PAHs in environmental and material samples.
• Photoconductive Materials: Investigated for use in xerography and other photoconductive applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental research in physical organic chemistry, solid-state physics, and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Tetracene
CAS No.	109-27-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₂
Molecular Weight	228.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Naphthacene; Benz[b]anthracene; 2,3-Benzanthracene; Tetracene; NSC 6176; Benzo[b]anthracene
EINECS	203-658-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Tetracene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	357°C - 360°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.