Description

1,5-Dimethylanthracene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derivative with the CAS registry number 15815-48-2. This compound is a valuable organic intermediate and a key building block in advanced materials science and chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photochemistry, and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a core material or a precursor for the synthesis of electron-transporting or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Photoconductors and Photovoltaic Research: Used in the development and study of organic semiconductors for solar cells and imaging devices due to its photophysical properties.
• Fluorescent Dyes and Probes: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized fluorescent tags and sensors used in biochemical and analytical applications.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: A crucial building block for the preparation of more complex polycyclic aromatic compounds and functionalized anthracene derivatives.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Employed in fundamental research on charge transfer, energy migration, and the photophysical behavior of aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dimethylanthracene
CAS No.	15815-48-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄
Molecular Weight	206.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Anthracene, 1,5-dimethyl-; 1,5-Dimethylanthracene; 1,5-DMA; 1,5-Dimethyl-anthracene; 1,5-Xylanthracene; NSC 406079
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Dimethylanthracene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for trace impurities, assay, and physical characteristics. Our quality commitment ensures material consistency for critical research and production applications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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