Description

3-Ethynylfluoranthene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative featuring an ethynyl functional group. This compound serves as a critical advanced organic intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on materials science, organic electronics, and pharmaceutical discovery.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: As a key precursor for synthesizing novel electron-transport or emissive layer materials.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Research: Used in the development of new donor or acceptor molecules for solar cell applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a sophisticated scaffold in medicinal chemistry for creating potential drug candidates.
• Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbon (PAH) Chemistry: A fundamental reagent for studying and expanding the library of functionalized PAHs.
• Liquid Crystal and Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Incorporated into rigid, conjugated backbones to tune material properties.
• Chemical Sensing and Imaging Probes: Utilized to develop fluorescent tags or sensors due to its inherent fluoranthene core.
• Catalysis and Ligand Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in transition metal catalysis.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A versatile tool for fundamental research in organic synthesis and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethynylfluoranthene
CAS No.	173066-87-0
Molecular Formula	C20H12
Molecular Weight	252.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Fluoranthene, 3-ethynyl-; 3-Ethynylfluoranthene; 3-Ethynylbenzo[jk]fluorene; Ethynylfluoranthene; 173066-87-0; 3-Ethynylidene-fluoranthene (tautomer); 3-(Ethynyl)fluoranthene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethynylfluoranthene is produced under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Quality is verified through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 (typically 15-25°C). This compound should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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