Description

Anthracene-2,6-Dicarbaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized anthracene derivative characterized by its two aldehyde groups at the 2 and 6 positions. This compound serves as a critical advanced organic intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures in materials science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process engineers in the organic electronics, specialty polymer, and fine chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key building block for synthesizing novel organic electronic materials, including n-type semiconductors and electron-transport layers for OLEDs and OFETs.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used in the preparation of sophisticated chelating ligands for catalytic and sensing applications in coordination chemistry.
• Polymer & Dendrimer Chemistry: Serves as a core monomer or branching unit for creating conjugated polymers, porous organic polymers (POPs), and dendrimers with tailored optical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents requiring a rigid, planar anthracene backbone.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Functionalized to create fluorescent probes and chemosensors for the detection of specific metal ions or small molecules.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including cross-coupling and condensation reactions.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Anthracene-2,6-Dicarbaldehyde
CAS No.	1262433-90-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,6-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde; 2,6-Anthracenedicarbaldehyde; 9,10-Dihydro-9,10[1',2']-benzenoanthracene-2,6-dicarboxaldehyde; Anthracene-2,6-dialdehyde; 2,6-Bis(formyl)anthracene; 2,6-Diformylanthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Anthracene-2,6-Dicarbaldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and traceability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles by HPLC, NMR, and other relevant techniques are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
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.