Description

1,8-Dihydroxy-4-Hydroxymethylanthraquinone is a specialized anthraquinone derivative that serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of high-value functional dyes and pigments. Its molecular structure, featuring multiple hydroxyl groups, provides versatile reactivity for creating compounds with specific color and light-absorption properties. This chemical is essential for manufacturers in the dye, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop products with precise chromophoric characteristics.

Application

• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing vat dyes, acid dyes, and disperse dyes used in textiles and plastics.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of anthracycline-based chemotherapeutic agents and other bioactive molecules.
• Functional Material Synthesis: Used in creating organic semiconductors, photoconductive materials, and light-harvesting complexes for optoelectronic devices.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a chromogenic reagent or a standard in chromatographic analysis and spectroscopic studies.
• Specialty Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate for manufacturing antioxidants, photoinitiators, and other performance chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Dihydroxy-4-Hydroxymethylanthraquinone
CAS No.	128341-04-8
Molecular Formula	C16H12O5
Molecular Weight	284.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Hydroxymethyl)-1,8-dihydroxyanthraquinone; 1,8-Dihydroxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)-9,10-anthracenedione; Anthraquinone, 1,8-dihydroxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)-; 1,8-Dihydroxy-4-anthraquinonylmethanol
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Quality Control

Our 1,8-Dihydroxy-4-Hydroxymethylanthraquinone is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assay and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.