Description

4-Propyldibenzothiophene is a high-purity, specialized organic sulfur heterocycle, a derivative of the dibenzothiophene family. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate and reference standard in research and development for materials science and fine chemical synthesis. It is essential for industries focused on developing novel electronic materials, pharmaceutical scaffolds, and catalysis research.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: A key building block for synthesizing novel π-conjugated molecules and polymers for OLEDs, OFETs, and other electronic devices.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those containing complex polycyclic sulfur heterocycles.
• Catalysis & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in gas chromatography (GC) and mass spectrometry (MS) for method development and calibration in petrochemical or environmental analysis.
• Materials Science: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced functional materials, including liquid crystals and photoresponsive compounds.
• Geochemical Marker: Serves as a model compound in petroleum geochemistry studies for understanding sulfur-containing compound distributions.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-Propyldibenzothiophene
CAS No.	132034-86-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₄S
Molecular Weight	226.34 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Propyl-DBT; 4-Propyl-dibenzothiophene; Dibenzothiophene, 4-propyl-; 4-n-Propyldibenzothiophene; 4-Propyldibenzo[b,d]thiophene; 4-(n-Propyl)dibenzothiophene; 132034-86-7 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Propyldibenzothiophene is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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