Description

1,8-Dibromo-4,5-Dimethoxyanthracene is a high-purity, functionalized anthracene derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. This compound serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and building block for the development of novel organic electronic materials and functional dyes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on organic semiconductors, photovoltaics, and specialty pigments. The product is supplied with a guaranteed Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for demanding applications.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in synthesizing novel hole-transport or electron-transport materials for OLEDs and OFETs.
• Functional Dye Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for creating anthracene-based fluorescent dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• Photovoltaic Material Research: Used in the development of new donor or acceptor materials for organic solar cell applications.
• Ligand and Complex Synthesis: Functional groups allow for further modification to create specialized ligands for catalytic or sensing applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for chemists exploring new polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) chemistry and structure-property relationships.
• Chemical Intermediate: The bromine substituents make it a versatile substrate for further cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) to build complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1,8-Dibromo-4,5-Dimethoxyanthracene
CAS No.	1370442-64-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂Br₂O₂
Molecular Weight	404.08 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dimethoxy-1,8-dibromoanthracene; 1,8-Dibromo-4,5-dimethoxyanthracene; Anthracene, 1,8-dibromo-4,5-dimethoxy-; DBDA (abbreviation)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,8-Dibromo-4,5-Dimethoxyanthracene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and performance consistency.

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 sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.