Description

5,12-Naphthacenequinone is a high-purity, polycyclic quinone derivative with the CAS registry number 1090-13-7. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate and functional building block in the synthesis of complex organic materials and dyes. It is essential for R&D and production in industries such as organic electronics, specialty pigments, and pharmaceutical research.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in the synthesis of acene-based materials for organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics.
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Used in the production of high-performance quinone-derived dyes and pigments for specialized applications.
• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the development of novel therapeutic compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for studying redox chemistry, photochemistry, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry.
• Electron-Acceptor Material: Investigated for use in the active layers of organic electronic devices due to its electron-deficient quinone structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,12-Naphthacenequinone
CAS No.	1090-13-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	258.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5,12-Naphthacenedione; Naphthacene-5,12-dione; 5,12-Dihydroxynaphthacenequinone (tautomer); Benz[b]anthracene-7,12-dione; Tetracene-5,12-dione
EINECS	214-136-1

Quality Control

Our 5,12-Naphthacenequinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

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 and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or when opening containers to maximize shelf-life stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.