Description

9-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity anthracene derivative valued for its role as a versatile organic intermediate and building block in advanced synthesis. This compound is particularly significant for its utility in the development of functional organic materials, including dyes, pigments, and photoactive compounds. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a key precursor or dopant material in the synthesis of emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Fluorescent Dyes & Probes: Used in the development of high-performance fluorescent markers for biological imaging, sensors, and analytical chemistry.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a critical building block in the multi-step synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Photovoltaic Materials: Employed in research and development of organic solar cells and other photoactive materials due to its conjugated aromatic structure.
• Polymer & Material Science: Utilized as a monomer or additive to impart specific optical or electronic properties to advanced polymers and coatings.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental reagent for studying photophysical properties, reaction mechanisms, and developing new synthetic methodologies.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1754-54-7
Molecular Formula	C17H14O2
Molecular Weight	250.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 9-Anthroate; Ethyl Anthracene-9-carboxylate; 9-Carbethoxyanthracene; 9-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Anthracene-9-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 9-Anthroic Acid Ethyl Ester; 9-Ethoxycarbonylanthracene; NSC 403108
EINECS	217-152-5

Quality Control

Our 9-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	156 - 160 °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.