Description

Dibenzofuran is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound and a key structural motif in advanced materials chemistry. Its fused aromatic ring system provides excellent thermal stability and electronic properties, making it a valuable intermediate for high-performance applications. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop novel products with enhanced characteristics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its stable aromatic backbone.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a core unit in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), semiconductors, and conductive polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Functions as a precursor for creating heat-stable and light-fast colorants.
• Flame Retardant Additive: Incorporated into polymer formulations to improve fire resistance properties.
• Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying heterocyclic chemistry and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzofuran
CAS No.	132-64-9
Molecular Formula	C12H8O
Molecular Weight	168.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Diphenylene Oxide; 2,2'-Biphenylene Oxide; Dibenzo[b,d]furan; Biphenylene Oxide; Oxodiphenylene; DBF; 2,3,6,7-Dibenzofuran; 9-Oxafluorene
EINECS	205-071-3

Quality Control

Our Dibenzofuran is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, residual solvents, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	80 - 84 °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.