Description

Benzo[1,2-B:4,3-B']Dithiophene-4,5-Quinone is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the class of fused heterocyclic quinones. This compound matters as a critical building block and electron-accepting unit in advanced materials research, particularly for the development of next-generation semiconductors and optoelectronic devices. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and material scientists in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key monomer for synthesizing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Non-Fullerene Acceptor (NFA) Material: Serves as an electron-deficient core for constructing high-performance acceptor materials in organic solar cells (OSCs).
• Electron-Transport Layer (ETL) Component: Used in the development of materials for perovskite and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: An important reactant for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and heteroacenes with tailored electronic properties.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for exploring new charge-transport materials and redox-active systems.
• Dye and Pigment Research: Investigated as a precursor for novel organic dyes with specific light-absorption characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo[1,2-B:4,3-B']Dithiophene-4,5-Quinone
CAS No.	24243-31-0
Molecular Formula	C12H4O2S2
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[1,2-b:4,3-b']dithiophene-4,5-dione; 4,5-Dioxobenzo[1,2-b:4,3-b']dithiophene; Benzo[1,2-b:4,3-b']dithiophene-4,5-quinone; BDThQ; Benzo[1,2-b:4,3-b']dithiophenedione; 24243-31-0; BDT Quinone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzo[1,2-B:4,3-B']Dithiophene-4,5-Quinone is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, which is critical for reproducible research and material performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting purity and key physicochemical parameters.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C) under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) due to its sensitivity to oxidation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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