Description

1-(Dicyanomethylene)-2-Oxoacenaphthylene is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique acenaphthylene core functionalized with dicyanomethylene and oxo groups. This molecular structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the fine chemical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for synthesizing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in the synthesis of n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials for OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with specific activity profiles.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Employed in the development of high-performance dyes and pigments due to its extended conjugated system.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing chelating ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis research.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A versatile tool for synthetic organic chemists exploring new reactions and molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Dicyanomethylene)-2-Oxoacenaphthylene
CAS No.	14619-86-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₆N₂O
Molecular Weight	230.22 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Dicyanomethylene)acenaphthylene-2-one; 2-(Dicyanomethylene)-1H-acenaphthylen-1-one; Acenaphtho[1,2-b]quinoxaline-7,14-dione precursor; Dicyanomethylene-oxoacenaphthylene; DCNO; 1H-Acenaphthylen-1-one, 2-(dicyanomethylene)-; 14619-86-4 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(Dicyanomethylene)-2-Oxoacenaphthylene adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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.