Description

2,3,6,7-Tetramethylanthracene is a high-purity, multi-methylated anthracene derivative valued for its unique photophysical and electronic properties. This compound serves as a critical advanced organic intermediate and functional material precursor in high-tech industries. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis who require consistent, high-quality building blocks for innovative applications.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): As a core or dopant material in the emissive layer for blue or deep-blue light emission.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Cells: Utilized as an electron donor or acceptor material in the active layer for solar energy conversion.
• Chemical Synthesis & Research: Acts as a versatile precursor for synthesizing more complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and functionalized anthracenes.
• Fluorescent Probes & Sensors: Serves as a fluorophore backbone in the development of chemical sensors and bio-imaging agents due to its tunable fluorescence.
• Charge Transport Materials: Used in the development of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and other electronic devices.
• Photocatalysis & Photoinitiators: Investigated for use in light-driven chemical reactions and as a component in photoinitiator systems for polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3,6,7-Tetramethylanthracene
CAS No.	15254-25-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₈
Molecular Weight	234.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,6,7-Tetramethylanthracene; Anthracene, 2,3,6,7-tetramethyl-; NSC 407324; 2,3,6,7-Tetramethyl-9,10-dihydroanthracene (common misnomer); Tetramethylanthracene (unspecified isomer); TMAnth; 2,3,6,7-TMA
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Quality Control

Our 2,3,6,7-Tetramethylanthracene is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. We provide batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (COA) to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

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 sources and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	248 - 252 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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