Description

(6)Helicene is a unique polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon characterized by its non-planar, helically twisted molecular structure. This distinctive chirality and extended pi-conjugation system make it a compound of significant interest in advanced materials science and photonics research. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the organic electronics, nanotechnology, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel chiral materials, organic semiconductors, and molecular probes.

Application

• Organic Electronics: As a chiral dopant or component in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and field-effect transistors (OFETs) due to its charge transport properties.
• Chiral Materials & Catalysis: Serving as a building block for chiral ligands, catalysts, or frameworks in asymmetric synthesis and enantioselective reactions.
• Molecular Sensors & Probes: Exploiting its strong, characteristic fluorescence for use in chemical sensing, bio-imaging, and photophysical studies.
• Nonlinear Optics (NLO): Research into its potential for second-harmonic generation (SHG) and other NLO applications owing to its non-centrosymmetric structure.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Acting as a key structural unit in the design of complex host-guest systems, molecular machines, and helical assemblies.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research in physical organic chemistry, photochemistry, and the synthesis of novel helicene derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	(6)Helicene
CAS No.	187-83-7
Molecular Formula	C26H16
Molecular Weight	328.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexahelicene; Benzo[c]phenanthreno[4,3-g]phenanthrene; [6]Helicene; 1,12:2,3:4,5:6,7:8,9:10,11-Hexabenzotriphenylene; Dibenzo[g,p]chrysene
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Quality Control

Our (6)Helicene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and chiral purity (where applicable) is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance 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 incompatible materials and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	265 - 270 °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.