Description

Acenaphthalene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derived from coal tar, serving as a versatile and high-purity organic intermediate. Its unique fused-ring structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, dye, and polymer industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key precursor for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and fluorescent whitening agents.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Production: Serves as a building block for certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or additive in the production of specialty plastics, resins, and n-type organic semiconductors.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for studying PAH chemistry, photophysics, and as a standard in analytical methods.
• Electroluminescent Materials: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acenaphthalene
CAS No.	208-96-8
Molecular Formula	C12H10
Molecular Weight	154.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dihydroacenaphthylene; Ethylenenaphthalene; Peri-Ethylenenaphthalene; Acenaphthylene, Dihydro-; Cyclopenta[de]naphthalene; NSC 7657; 1,8-Ethylenenaphthalene; Acenaphthene (common misnomer, note: Acenaphthene is a different, hydrogenated compound CAS 83-32-9)
EINECS	205-917-1

Quality Control

Our Acenaphthalene is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with ISO standards and relevant industrial specifications to meet the demanding requirements of our global B2B clients.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
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.