Description

3,6-Phenanthrenedicarbonitrile is a high-purity organic chemical building block characterized by its fused aromatic ring system and dual nitrile functional groups. This compound matters as a critical precursor in advanced materials science, enabling the synthesis of complex organic semiconductors and light-emitting structures. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty dye industries for developing next-generation optoelectronic devices.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A key monomer for constructing n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials used in OLEDs and OFETs.
• Photovoltaic Research: Serves as an electron-accepting unit in the development of non-fullerene acceptors for organic solar cells.
• Luminescent Material Development: Used in the preparation of phenanthrene-based fluorophores and phosphors for sensing and display applications.
• Ligand and Complex Formation: Acts as a bridging or chelating ligand in coordination chemistry for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalytic complexes.
• Polymer Chemistry: Incorporated into high-performance polymers to enhance thermal stability and electronic properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: An advanced intermediate for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals requiring the phenanthrene backbone.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Phenanthrenedicarbonitrile
CAS No.	18930-78-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	228.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dicyanophenanthrene; Phenanthrene-3,6-dicarbonitrile; 3,6-Dicyanophenanthrene; 1,4-Dicyanophenanthrene; NSC 163080; 18930-78-4; 3,6-Phenanthrenedinitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,6-Phenanthrenedicarbonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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.