Description

9,10-Dichlorophenanthrene is a halogenated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its structural rigidity and the reactivity of its chlorine substituents, enabling precise functionalization for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors, particularly for developing novel organic electronic materials, dyes, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex polycyclic drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Building block for the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photovoltaic materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a core structure for synthesizing specialized polycyclic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution and cross-coupling reactions in polycyclic systems.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential in creating novel carbon-based nanomaterials and conductive polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Dichlorophenanthrene
CAS No.	17219-94-2
Molecular Formula	C14H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	247.12 g/mol
Synonyms	9,10-Dichlorophenanthrene; Phenanthrene, 9,10-dichloro-; NSC 406122; 9,10-Dichloro-phenanthrene; 9,10-DCP; Dichlorophenanthrene; 1,2-Dichlorophenanthrene (archaic numbering); 3,4-Dichlorophenanthrene (alternative numbering)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9,10-Dichlorophenanthrene is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and development as well as scale-up manufacturing.

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, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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