Description

3,6-Dibromo-Phenanthrene is a halogenated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the synthesis of complex organic materials and functional molecules, where the bromine atoms act as reactive handles for further cross-coupling and functionalization reactions. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for creating novel compounds with specific electronic or structural properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and bioactive molecules, particularly those with phenanthrene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A key starting material for constructing organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other optoelectronic materials due to its conjugated phenanthrene core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fluorescent Dye and Probe Development: Utilized as a core structure for synthesizing novel fluorescent tags and molecular probes for biochemical sensing and imaging.
• Polymer and Advanced Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of high-performance polymers and specialty materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dibromo-Phenanthrene
CAS No.	174735-02-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₈Br₂
Molecular Weight	336.02 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dibromophenanthrene; Phenanthrene, 3,6-dibromo-; NSC 83689; 3,6-Dibromo-phenanthrene; Dibromophenanthrene; 3,6-DBP; 3,6-Bis(bromanyl)phenanthrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dibromo-Phenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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%

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