Description

3-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene-1,2-Diol is a specialized diol derivative of acenaphthylene, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique fused polycyclic structure with a pendant phenyl group makes it a versatile precursor for the development of complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications ranging from ligand synthesis to polymer modification.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting complex biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its polycyclic core for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating sophisticated chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers with enhanced thermal or mechanical properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a core component in the development of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene-1,2-Diol
CAS No.	193892-33-0
Molecular Formula	C20H16O2
Molecular Weight	288.34 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenylacenaphthylene-1,2-diol; 1,2-Dihydro-3-phenylacenaphthylene-1,2-diol; 3-Phenyl-1,2-dihydroacenaphthylene-1,2-dione hydrate (related); Acenaphthylene-1,2-diol, 3-phenyl-; 1,2-Dihydroxy-3-phenylacenaphthylene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenyl-1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene-1,2-Diol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting batch-specific results. We are committed to supply reliability and consistent quality for your critical projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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