Description

9-Iodoanthracene is a halogenated derivative of anthracene, a key organic building block prized for its role in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its utility as a versatile intermediate in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional materials. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photovoltaics, and pharmaceutical chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A critical intermediate in synthesizing anthracene-based materials for organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photoconductors.
• OLED Material Development: Used in the research and production of light-emitting layers and charge transport materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block in medicinal chemistry for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and bioactive molecules.
• Photovoltaic Research: Employed in the creation of donor or acceptor materials for organic solar cell applications.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing functionalized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for developing anthracene-based fluorescent tags and sensors.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: A valuable substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, or Sonogashira couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental research in organic synthesis and material science across global laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Iodoanthracene
CAS No.	22362-86-3
Molecular Formula	C14H9I
Molecular Weight	304.13 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Iodoanthracene; Anthracene, 9-iodo-; 9-Iodo-anthracene; 9-Anthryliodide; Iodoanthracene; NSC 404087; 1-Iodoanthracene (common misnomer); 9-Anthracenyl iodide
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Quality Control

Our 9-Iodoanthracene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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 away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Melting Point	158 - 162 °C
Heavy Metals	<20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	<0.1%

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