Description

8H-Cyclopent[A]Acenaphthylene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) of significant interest in advanced materials and organic synthesis research. This compound serves as a valuable specialty intermediate and building block for the development of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers working in areas such as organic electronics, photovoltaics, and advanced polymer systems.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Acts as a core structure or precursor for novel organic electronic materials, including hole-transport materials and n-type semiconductors.
• Polymer & Advanced Material Synthesis: Serves as a key monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of complex pharmacologically active molecules due to its rigid, fused-ring scaffold.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Functions as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments requiring high stability and specific chromophoric properties.
• Catalyst Ligand Development: Explored as a backbone for creating novel ligand systems in transition metal catalysis for challenging synthetic transformations.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in environmental and analytical chemistry for PAH detection and quantification.

Basic Information

Product Name	8H-Cyclopent[A]Acenaphthylene
CAS No.	206-18-8
Molecular Formula	C15H10
Molecular Weight	190.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Cyclopenta[de]naphthalene; 1,2-Dihydrocyclopenta[de]naphthalene; 8H-Cyclopenta[a]acenaphthylene; Benzindene; Dicyclopenta[de,mn]naphthalene; Acephenanthrylene; 1,2-Dihydro-1,2-ethenonaphthalene
EINECS	205-905-6

Quality Control

Our 8H-Cyclopent[A]Acenaphthylene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), identity confirmation (by IR/GC-MS), and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.