Description

9,10-Dihydro-Anthracene is a high-purity, partially hydrogenated derivative of anthracene, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its unique structure, featuring a central saturated ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and functional organic materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop novel compounds and advanced electronic materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex polycyclic aromatic compounds, dyes, and pigments.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a precursor in the development of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Material Science: Serves as a starting material for creating organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and other advanced electronic components.
• Agrochemical Development: Employed in the research and synthesis of new crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Photochemistry & Photophysics: Utilized in studies of energy transfer, electron transfer, and as a model compound in photochemical reactions.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Dihydro-Anthracene
CAS No.	14314-91-1
Molecular Formula	C14H12
Molecular Weight	180.25 g/mol
Synonyms	9,10-Dihydroanthracene; Anthracene, 9,10-dihydro-; Dihydroanthracene; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroanthracene (incorrect but common misnomer); 9,10-DHA; NSC 66480; Bianthracene, dihydro-; 9,10-Dihydro-anthracen
EINECS	238-250-5

Quality Control

Our 9,10-Dihydro-Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

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 strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108 - 112 °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.