Description

6-Nitroanthanthrene is a high-purity nitro-substituted polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, identified by CAS NO 111438-94-9. This specialized compound is valued for its role as a critical synthetic intermediate and functional material in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by industries focused on organic electronics, specialty dyes, and high-performance material science. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for demanding industrial and research applications.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a key precursor or dopant material in the development of n-type organic semiconductors and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Specialty Dyes and Pigments: Used in the synthesis of high-performance, nitro-functionalized dyes for niche applications requiring specific light absorption or emission properties.
• Advanced Material Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating complex polycyclic aromatic systems with tailored electronic properties for optoelectronic devices.
• Chemical Research Intermediate: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for studying nitration reactions, PAH chemistry, and the synthesis of novel aromatic compounds.
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Potential use in the design of nitroaromatic-based fluorescent sensors or markers due to its structural framework.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Nitroanthanthrene
CAS No.	111438-94-9
Molecular Formula	C22H11NO2
Molecular Weight	321.33 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Nitroanthanthrone (common misnomer); 6-Nitro-dibenz[cd,lm]perylene; Nitroanthanthrene; Anthanthrene, 6-nitro-; 111438-94-9; 6-Nitro-anthanthrene; 6-Nitroanthanthrene (technical grade)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Nitroanthanthrene is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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