Description

4-Phenanthreneacetic Acid is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic carboxylic acids. This specialized chemical serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with polycyclic aromatic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and research of new herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Acts as a versatile starting material for constructing complex polycyclic molecules in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Material Science: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in fundamental studies of organic reactions, catalysis, and the properties of aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Phenanthreneacetic Acid
CAS No.	25177-45-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	236.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenanthreneacetic Acid; (4-Phenanthryl)acetic Acid; 4-Carboxymethylphenanthrene; Phenanthrene-4-acetic Acid; 4-Phenanthrenylacetic Acid; 4-Phenanthrene Acetic Acid; 25177-45-1; NSC 163063
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Phenanthreneacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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