Description

9-Acetylphenanthrene is a high-purity, functionalized polycyclic aromatic compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its acetyl-substituted phenanthrene core, which provides a reactive ketone site for further chemical modifications and a rigid, planar aromatic structure. This makes it an essential intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those with polycyclic frameworks for oncology or antiviral applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection agents, leveraging its structural properties for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a starting material for creating novel organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), or charge-transport materials due to its conjugated system.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fluorescent Dye & Probe Development: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing new fluorescent markers and molecular probes for analytical and diagnostic applications.
• Academic & R&D: Fundamental building block in research laboratories for studying organic reaction mechanisms and synthesizing novel polycyclic aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Acetylphenanthrene
CAS No.	2039-77-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenanthren-9-yl ethanone; 9-Acetylphenanthrene; 1-(9-Phenanthryl)ethanone; 9-Phenanthryl methyl ketone; 9-Phenanthrenyl methyl ketone; 9-Ethanoylphenanthrene; 9-Acetyl-phenanthrene; 9-Phenanthroylmethane
EINECS	218-020-7

Quality Control

Our 9-Acetylphenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC/GC purity data, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for pharmaceutical intermediates, and we support customer audits and regulatory submissions.

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 away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °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.