Description

1,8-Diiodoanthracene is a high-purity, functionalized anthracene derivative characterized by iodine substitution at the 1 and 8 positions, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced organic synthesis and materials research. Its molecular structure is engineered to serve as a key building block in the development of organic semiconductors, photoconductive materials, and specialized dyes. This compound is essential for R&D and production teams in the organic electronics, specialty chemical, and advanced material science sectors seeking to innovate with tailored molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A critical starting material for synthesizing hole-transport materials (HTMs) and n-type semiconductors used in OLEDs and OFETs.
• Photoconductive Material Synthesis: Employed in the development of charge-generation materials for photocopiers, laser printers, and organic photodetectors.
• Functional Dye Intermediate: Used to create novel anthracene-based fluorescent dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Serves as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) for constructing complex conjugated systems.
• Materials Science Research: A key compound in academic and industrial R&D for studying charge transport, energy transfer, and solid-state photophysics.
• Liquid Crystal & Polymer Additive: Potential use as a dopant or monomer to modify the electronic or optical characteristics of advanced polymers and liquid crystalline materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Diiodoanthracene
CAS No.	189105-78-0
Molecular Formula	C14H8I2
Molecular Weight	430.02 g/mol
Synonyms	Anthracene, 1,8-diiodo-; 1,8-Diiodo-9,10-dihydroanthracene; 1,8-Bis(iodo)anthracene; 1,8-DIIODOANTHRACENE; AI3-52802; ZINC3852307; AKOS015903896; BRN 8230994
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,8-Diiodoanthracene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of advanced material synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical applications.

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). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent degradation.

Specification

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

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