Description

Octaphenylcycloocta-1,3,5,7-Tetrene is a highly conjugated, polycyclic aromatic compound characterized by a central cyclooctatetraene ring substituted with eight phenyl groups. This unique molecular architecture imparts significant electronic and photophysical properties, making it a valuable advanced intermediate in materials science research and development. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and material scientists working on the synthesis of novel organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and other functional organic compounds. The compound is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for critical applications.

Application

• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a key precursor or building block in the synthesis of novel organic semiconductors for OLEDs (Organic Light-Emitting Diodes) and OFETs (Organic Field-Effect Transistors).
• Photophysical Research: Used as a model compound in academic and industrial research to study extended pi-conjugation, energy transfer, and luminescence properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of sophisticated organic ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of polymers with tailored optical or electronic characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Provides a rigid, multi-aryl framework for constructing complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octaphenylcycloocta-1,3,5,7-Tetrene
CAS No.	2041-08-9
Molecular Formula	C56H40
Molecular Weight	712.92 g/mol
Synonyms	Octaphenylcyclooctatetraene; 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octaphenylcycloocta-1,3,5,7-tetraene; Cycloocta-1,3,5,7-tetraene, 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-octaphenyl-; 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8-Octaphenyl-1,3,5,7-cyclooctatetraene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octaphenylcycloocta-1,3,5,7-Tetrene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and reliability for research applications. Each batch is analyzed using advanced spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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 tightly sealed to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.