Description

2,6-Dinitrophenanthrene is a specialized, high-purity organic compound identified by CAS NO 159092-69-0, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique nitro-substituted phenanthrene structure, which is essential for constructing complex molecules in research and development. This product is primarily needed by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for applications in organic synthesis, material science, and as a key building block for dyes and pigments.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and study of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile building block for constructing polycyclic aromatic compounds and other complex organic structures in R&D laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for its potential in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and specialty dyes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a reference standard or analytical reagent in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.
• Academic & Industrial Research: Fundamental research into nitroaromatic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,6-Dinitrophenanthrene
CAS No.	159092-69-0
Molecular Formula	C14H8N2O4
Molecular Weight	268.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenanthrene, 2,6-dinitro-; 2,6-DNP; 2,6-Dinitro-phenanthrene; 1,5-Dinitrophenanthrene (alternative numbering); NSC 406915; 2,6-Dinitrophenanthren; 2,6-Dinitro-phenanthrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,6-Dinitrophenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles to meet your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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