Description

1,8-Dinitroanthraquinone is a high-purity, industrially significant organic intermediate derived from anthraquinone. This compound matters as a critical precursor in the synthesis of high-value dyes, pigments, and specialty chemicals, where its specific substitution pattern is essential for achieving desired color properties and molecular structures. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the dyestuff, textile, and advanced materials sectors for producing vivid and stable colorants.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A key starting material for the synthesis of vat dyes, disperse dyes, and anthraquinone-based pigments.
• Textile Colorants: Used in the production of dyes for coloring synthetic fibers like polyester and acetate.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for more complex anthraquinone derivatives used in various industrial processes.
• Research & Development: Employed in organic chemistry research for studying nitration reactions and developing new chromophores.
• Photographic Chemicals: Can be utilized in the formulation of certain light-sensitive compounds.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Potential use in the synthesis of dyes for color filters in display technologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Dinitroanthraquinone
CAS No.	129-39-5
Molecular Formula	C14H6N2O6
Molecular Weight	298.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,8-Dinitro-9,10-anthracenedione; 1,8-Dinitro-9,10-anthraquinone; Anthraquinone, 1,8-dinitro-; CI 59500; Dinitroanthraquinone; 1,8-Dinitroanthracene-9,10-dione
EINECS	204-940-2

Quality Control

Our 1,8-Dinitroanthraquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources, strong oxidizing agents, and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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