Description

9-Vinylanthracene is a versatile organic compound belonging to the anthracene family, characterized by its vinyl functional group. This compound matters as a crucial building block and monomer in advanced materials science, particularly valued for its photophysical properties and ability to undergo polymerization. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photopolymer, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for developing novel polymers, photoinitiators, and as a key intermediate in organic synthesis.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a key monomer or dopant material in the synthesis of electroluminescent polymers and small molecules.
• Photopolymerization & Photoinitiators: Acts as a reactive diluent or co-monomer in UV-curable resins, inks, and coatings.
• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Used as a comonomer to incorporate anthracene units into polymer backbones for specialty plastics with unique optical or electronic properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a fundamental intermediate in organic synthesis for creating complex polycyclic aromatic structures.
• Fluorescent Probes and Sensors: Utilized in the development of fluorescent markers and chemosensors due to its inherent fluorescence.
• Charge-Transport Materials: Investigated for use in the fabrication of organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells and field-effect transistors (OFETs).

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Vinylanthracene
CAS No.	2444-68-0
Molecular Formula	C16H12
Molecular Weight	204.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Ethenylanthracene; Anthracene, 9-vinyl-; Vinylanthracene; 9-Vinyl-anthracene; NSC 406913; 9-Vinyl anthracene; 9-(Ethenyl)anthracene
EINECS	219-476-4

Quality Control

Our 9-Vinylanthracene is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 flames. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to minimize potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	64 - 68 °C

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