Description

1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydroanthracene is a fully hydrogenated derivative of anthracene, serving as a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its saturated polycyclic structure provides a stable, versatile core for developing specialty chemicals and functional materials. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for applications requiring complex polycyclic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that require a saturated polycyclic hydrocarbon scaffold.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where its chemical stability is advantageous.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or starting material for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, or organic semiconductors.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in hydrogenation studies, catalytic reactions, and the construction of complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard in analytical chemistry for method development and calibration in chromatographic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydroanthracene
CAS No.	1079-71-6
Molecular Formula	C14H18
Molecular Weight	186.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Perhydroanthracene; Anthracene, 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydro-; Octahydroanthracene; 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13,14-Tetradecahydroanthracene (fully hydrogenated); Dodecahydroanthracene (common misnomer); Anthracane (informal); NSC 403119
EINECS	214-100-7

Quality Control

Our 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octahydroanthracene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO guidelines for production and can accommodate custom purity requirements for specific applications.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC/GC)	≥ 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.