Description

Benzo[A]Phenazine-5,6-Dione is a specialized heterocyclic quinone compound of significant interest in advanced material science and organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure and redox-active properties make it a valuable building block for creating functional dyes, pigments, and electronic materials. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers developing novel organic semiconductors, photoconductors, and analytical reagents.

Application

• Organic Electronic Materials: Key precursor for the synthesis of n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials used in OLEDs, OFETs, and perovskite solar cells.
• Functional Dyes & Pigments: Serves as a core structure for developing high-performance, color-fast dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption or charge-transfer properties.
• Photochemical Research: Used as a model compound or sensitizer in studies of photo-induced electron transfer, energy conversion, and photocatalytic reactions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Potential use as a redox mediator or indicator in electrochemical sensors and biosensors due to its well-defined quinone/hydroquinone couple.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent to impart electroactivity or specific optical properties to polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic systems and nitrogen-containing heterocycles in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Benzo[A]Phenazine-5,6-Dione
CAS No.	13742-05-7
Molecular Formula	C16H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	260.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[a]phenazine-5,6-dione; 5,6-Dioxobenzo[a]phenazine; Benzo[a]pyrazino[2,3-f]quinoxaline-5,6-dione; NSC 83688; 1,2-Benzophenazine-5,6-quinone; 5,6-Benzo[a]phenazinedione; 5H-Benzo[a]phenazine-5,6-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzo[A]Phenazine-5,6-Dione is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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). This material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.