Description

9,9-Biphenanthrene-10,10-Dithiol is a specialized organic compound featuring a unique biphenanthrene core with terminal thiol groups. This compound matters as a high-value building block and ligand in advanced materials science and catalysis, offering a rigid, conjugated backbone for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, nanotechnology, and as a precursor for novel metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a key monomer for synthesizing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in OLEDs, OFETs, and photovoltaic cells.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals, forming catalysts for cross-coupling and other organic transformations.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis: Used in the bottom-up construction of self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) and functionalized surfaces for sensors.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Employed as a functional linker to create MOFs with tailored porosity and electronic properties for gas storage or separation.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce rigid, aromatic units into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new materials with novel photophysical or electrochemical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,9-Biphenanthrene-10,10-Dithiol
CAS No.	190841-72-6
Molecular Formula	C28H18S2
Molecular Weight	418.57 g/mol
Synonyms	9,9'-Biphenanthrene-10,10'-dithiol; 10,10'-Dithiobis(9-phenanthrol); 9,9'-Dithiodiphenanthrene; Biphenanthrene-9,9'-dithiol; 10,10'-Dimercapto-9,9'-biphenanthrene; 9-Phenanthrenethiol, 9,9'-dithiobis-; 9,9'-Biphenanthryl-10,10'-dithiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9,9-Biphenanthrene-10,10-Dithiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and can be tailored to meet specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, long-term storage under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) is recommended. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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