Description

2-Phenyldibenzothiophene is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the dibenzothiophene class, characterized by its fused aromatic ring system with a sulfur heteroatom and a phenyl substituent. This structural motif makes it a valuable advanced intermediate and building block in sophisticated chemical synthesis, particularly in materials science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the organic electronics, agrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries for developing novel functional materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a core building block for the synthesis of novel hole-transport materials (HTMs), host materials for OLEDs, and other π-conjugated systems for electronic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new drug candidates, leveraging its rigid, planar structure to modulate biological activity and pharmacokinetic properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor in the creation of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, where the dibenzothiophene core can contribute to specific modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalysis, taking advantage of the sulfur atom's coordination potential.
• Material Science Additive: Investigated as a modifying agent or dopant in polymers and other advanced materials to alter electronic or thermal properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for calibration, method development, and quality control in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyldibenzothiophene
CAS No.	104353-07-3
Molecular Formula	C18H12S
Molecular Weight	260.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Dibenzothiophene, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenylbenzo[b]thianthrene; 2-Phenylnaphtho[2,1-b]thiophene; 2-Phenylthianthrene; NSC 406913; 2-Phenyl-dibenzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Phenyldibenzothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring traceability and reliability for your research and development processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption. Handle and store in accordance with good laboratory practices.

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.