Description

2-Acetylanthracene is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic ketones, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring an acetyl group fused to an anthracene core, makes it an essential intermediate for the development of specialized materials and functional molecules. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for applications requiring precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new crop protection agents and herbicides due to its polycyclic aromatic structure.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or dopant material in the manufacture of electron-transport or emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialized anthraquinone-derived dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent in organic chemistry research for studying photophysical properties, cyclization reactions, and catalysis.
• Material Science: Building block for creating advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Acetylanthracene
CAS No.	10210-32-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylanthracene; 2-Acetyl Anthracene; 2-Anthryl Methyl Ketone; Methyl 2-Anthryl Ketone; 1-(Anthracen-2-yl)ethanone; 2-Acetylanthracene; 2-Anthracenyl methyl ketone; Ethanone, 1-(2-anthracenyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Acetylanthracene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	155 - 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.