Description

2-Hydroxybenzo(C)Phenanthrene is a polycyclic aromatic compound featuring a hydroxyl group, which imparts distinct chemical reactivity and photophysical properties. This structural motif makes it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing complex organic molecules and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, advanced material science, and pharmaceutical development.

Application

• As a key synthetic intermediate in the preparation of organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials for OLEDs.
• In academic and industrial research for studying photophysical processes and developing novel fluorescent probes or sensors.
• As a building block for ligands in catalytic systems or for constructing larger polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) frameworks.
• Potential use in the development of specialty dyes and pigments due to its conjugated aromatic structure.
• In exploratory pharmaceutical chemistry for the synthesis of novel bioactive compound libraries.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Hydroxybenzo(C)Phenanthrene
CAS No.	22717-94-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxyphenanthro[4,3-c]phenanthrene; Benzo[c]phenanthren-2-ol; 2-Phenanthrol; 2-Hydroxyphenanthrene (general class reference); Aricine (obsolete); Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Hydroxybenzo(C)Phenanthrene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results 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). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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