Description

4-Phenyldibenzothiophene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic sulfur heterocycle (PASH) compound of significant interest in advanced materials research and organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure containing a sulfur atom makes it a valuable building block for developing novel organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and ligands for metal complexes. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis, where precise molecular architecture is critical for tuning material properties.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a core building block for developing novel p-type or ambipolar organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) due to its extended π-conjugation and sulfur heteroatom.
• Photovoltaic Materials: Investigated as a component in donor or acceptor materials for organic solar cells (OSCs) and perovskite solar cells to improve charge carrier mobility and device stability.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts, leveraging the sulfur atom for coordination chemistry.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Acts as a precursor for creating sulfur-containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) with specific luminescent properties for sensing applications.
• Material Science Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of more complex heteroaromatic systems and polymers designed for electronic or optoelectronic devices.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A key reagent for fundamental studies in organic chemistry and materials science focused on sulfur heterocycles and their applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenyldibenzothiophene
CAS No.	104601-39-0
Molecular Formula	C22H14S
Molecular Weight	310.41 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenyl-dibenzothiophene; Dibenzothiophene, 4-phenyl-; 4-Phenylbenzo[b]naphtho[2,1-d]thiophene (related structural name); 4-Phenyl-DBT; Phenyl-substituted dibenzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenyldibenzothiophene is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive research and development applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, MS) for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 the container sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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