Description

9-Benzylideneanthrone is a specialized organic compound belonging to the anthrone derivative family, serving as a crucial intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique conjugated structure makes it a valuable building block for developing functional materials, including dyes, pigments, and photoactive compounds. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors seeking high-purity intermediates for innovative applications.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Development: Used in research for creating novel chromophores and fluorophores with specific optical properties.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced organic electronic materials.
• Photochemical Studies: Serves as a model compound in studies of photoisomerization, photochromism, and energy transfer processes due to its light-sensitive anthrone core.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized as a synthetic intermediate in the discovery and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as a standard or reagent in chromatographic and spectroscopic method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Benzylideneanthrone
CAS No.	14343-92-1
Molecular Formula	C21H14O
Molecular Weight	282.34 g/mol
Synonyms	9-(Phenylmethylene)anthracen-10(9H)-one; 9-Benzylidene-10-anthrone; Benzylideneanthrone; NSC 403079; 10H-Anthracen-9-one, 9-(phenylmethylene)-; 9-(Phenylmethylidene)anthracen-10-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Benzylideneanthrone is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to strong light sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.