Description

9 10-Dimethoxy-2-Anthracenesulfonic Acid is a functionalized anthracene derivative, a key sulfonated intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which combines the planar aromatic core of anthracene with reactive sulfonic acid and methoxy groups, making it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the fields of dye and pigment chemistry, pharmaceutical development, and materials science, where it is used to synthesize novel functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel anthracene-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Used to create water-soluble, sulfonated anthraquinone dyes and high-performance pigments with enhanced properties.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a building block for developing organic semiconductors, light-emitting materials, and charge-transport layers in OLEDs and solar cells.
• Analytical Chemistry & Sensors: Employed as a derivatization agent or a core structure for fluorescent probes and chemosensors due to its inherent fluorescence.
• Polymer Modification: Used to introduce sulfonic acid groups into polymers, enhancing hydrophilicity, ion-exchange capacity, or catalytic properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial chemists exploring new reactions and properties of polycyclic aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	9 10-Dimethoxy-2-Anthracenesulfonic Acid
CAS No.	207233-92-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄O₅S
Molecular Weight	318.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Anthracenesulfonic acid, 9,10-dimethoxy-; 9,10-Dimethoxyanthracene-2-sulfonic acid; 9,10-Dimethoxy-2-anthracenesulphonic acid; 9,10-Dimethoxyanthracene-2-sulphonic acid; 2-(9,10-Dimethoxyanthracen-2-yl)sulfonic acid; 9,10-Dimethoxyanthracene-2-ylsulfonic acid; 9,10-Dimethoxy-2-anthrylsulfonic acid
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Quality Control

Our 9 10-Dimethoxy-2-Anthracenesulfonic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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