Description

4'-(9-Anthracenyl)-2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine is a sophisticated organic ligand and building block that combines the photophysical properties of anthracene with the strong metal-chelating ability of a terpyridine scaffold. This compound is valued for its ability to form stable, luminescent complexes with various transition metals, enabling advanced material design. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of materials science, supramolecular chemistry, and optoelectronics for developing sensors, light-emitting devices, and functional molecular assemblies.

Application

• Luminescent Materials & OLEDs: Serves as a key ligand for synthesizing metal complexes used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and light-emitting electrochemical cells (LECs).
• Molecular Sensors & Probes: Used to create sensitive chemosensors and biosensors, where metal binding induces a detectable change in fluorescence.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Acts as a building block for constructing complex, self-assembled structures like molecular switches, rotaxanes, and coordination polymers.
• Photocatalysis & Solar Cells: Incorporated into dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and photocatalytic systems to enhance light absorption and electron transfer.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used to functionalize polymers and surfaces, imparting specific optical or electronic properties for advanced coatings and smart materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for fundamental research in coordination chemistry, photophysics, and the development of new functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4'-(9-Anthracenyl)-2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine
CAS No.	163087-28-3
Molecular Formula	C₃₂H₂₁N₃
Molecular Weight	447.53 g/mol
Synonyms	9-(4,2':6',2''-Terpyridin-4'-yl)anthracene; 4'-(Anthracen-9-yl)-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; 4'-(9-Anthryl)-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine; 9-(2,2':6',2''-Terpyridin-4'-yl)anthracene; Anthracene-terpyridine conjugate; Tpy-Anthracene ligand; 4-Anthracen-9-yl-2,2':6',2''-terpyridine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4'-(9-Anthracenyl)-2,2':6',2''-Terpyridine is produced under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and advanced material synthesis. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and custom synthesis and purification to specific grades (e.g., >98%, >99%) are available upon request.

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 maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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