Description

1-Pyrenemethanol is a high-purity, functionalized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in the unique photophysical properties and chemical reactivity imparted by the pyrene fluorophore coupled with a hydroxymethyl functional group. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, fluorescence labeling, and polymer chemistry, where precise molecular architecture dictates performance.

Application

• Fluorescent Probe and Sensor Development: Acts as a core fluorophore for creating sensitive chemical and biological sensors due to its strong fluorescence and ability to form excimers.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used as a precursor or dopant material in the synthesis of emissive layers for high-efficiency display and lighting technologies.
• Polymer and Dendrimer Functionalization: The hydroxymethyl group enables covalent attachment to polymer backbones or dendritic structures, introducing fluorescent tags or modifying material properties.
• Liquid Crystal and Supramolecular Chemistry: Serves as a rigid, planar component to induce or modify self-assembly and mesomorphic behavior in advanced materials.
• Photocatalysis and Energy Research: Investigated as a component in molecular systems for light-harvesting, energy transfer, and photocatalytic applications.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A key intermediate for synthetic chemists exploring new PAH-based molecules with tailored electronic and optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Pyrenemethanol
CAS No.	24463-15-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	232.28 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pyrenylmethanol; (Pyren-1-yl)methanol; 1-Hydroxymethylpyrene; 1-Pyrenemethyl Alcohol; 1-Pyrenecarbinol; 1-(Hydroxymethyl)pyrene; Pyrene-1-methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Pyrenemethanol is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and analysis of key impurities. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment, ensuring consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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