Description

2-Mercapto-9,10-Anthraquinone is a specialized organic sulfur compound belonging to the anthraquinone family, serving as a critical intermediate and functional building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a quinone moiety and a thiol group, makes it a versatile precursor for dyes, pigments, and functional materials. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and industrial applications in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with quinone-based structures.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a core intermediate for producing sulfur-containing anthraquinone dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel fungicides and herbicides.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for introducing the mercapto-anthraquinone functional group.
• Polymer Additives: Potential use as a stabilizer or modifier in specialty polymer formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercapto-9,10-Anthraquinone
CAS No.	13354-38-6
Molecular Formula	C14H8O2S
Molecular Weight	240.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thiol-9,10-anthraquinone; 9,10-Anthraquinone-2-thiol; 2-Sulfanyl-9,10-anthracenedione; 2-Mercaptoanthraquinone; Anthraquinone-2-thiol; 2-Thioanthraquinone; 2-Hydroxy-9,10-anthraquinone thione (tautomeric form); 2-Quinonyl mercaptan
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Mercapto-9,10-Anthraquinone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency for your R&D and production needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.