Description

2,2'-(Benzo[1,2-B:4,5-B']Dithiophene-4,8-Diylidene)Dimalononitrile is a high-performance organic semiconductor material belonging to the class of non-fullerene acceptors (NFAs). This compound matters for its exceptional electron-accepting properties and tunable optoelectronic characteristics, which are critical for advancing next-generation electronic devices. Industrial and academic researchers in the fields of organic photovoltaics (OPVs), organic field-effect transistors (OFETs), and photodetectors require this material for developing more efficient and stable devices.

Application

• As a key electron-accepting component in bulk-heterojunction active layers for high-efficiency organic solar cells.
• Used in the research and development of non-fullerene acceptor (NFA) systems to improve photovoltaic device stability and performance.
• As a functional material in the fabrication of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) for flexible and printed electronics.
• Employed in the synthesis of advanced organic semiconductors with tailored energy levels.
• Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying structure-property relationships in conjugated organic molecules.
• As a precursor or intermediate for developing novel photonic and electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,2'-(Benzo[1,2-B:4,5-B']Dithiophene-4,8-Diylidene)Dimalononitrile
CAS No.	109573-90-2
Molecular Formula	C18H6N4S2
Molecular Weight	342.40 g/mol
Synonyms	BDT(CN)2; Benzo[1,2-b:4,5-b']dithiophene-4,8-diylidene)dimalononitrile; 4,8-Bis(dicyanomethylene)-4,8-dihydrobenzo[1,2-b:4,5-b']dithiophene; BDT-based NFA; BDT-2CN; Non-fullerene acceptor BDT; 2,2'-(4,8-Dihydrobenzo[1,2-b:4,5-b']dithiophene-4,8-diylidene)dimalononitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,2'-(Benzo[1,2-B:4,5-B']Dithiophene-4,8-Diylidene)Dimalononitrile is produced under stringent quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, which is essential for reproducible research and device performance. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture and air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark solid powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Residue on Ignition	< 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	< 20 ppm

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