Description

8-Methoxybenzo[B]Naphtho[2,3-D]Thiophene-6,11-Dione is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic quinones fused with a thiophene ring. This specialized chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate or functional chromophore in the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, dye chemistry, and pharmaceutical synthesis.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: A key building block for the synthesis of novel p-type or n-type organic semiconductor materials used in OLEDs, OFETs, and photovoltaic cells.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a precursor for creating high-performance dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption and charge-transport properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of potential therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the quinone moiety is active.
• Photoinitiator & Photocatalyst Component: Investigated for use in advanced photo-curing systems and catalytic reactions due to its light-sensitive quinone structure.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Employed in the fabrication of sensing layers for detecting specific analytes, leveraging its electrochemical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for chemists exploring new reactions, material properties, and structure-activity relationships in polycyclic aromatic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Methoxybenzo[B]Naphtho[2,3-D]Thiophene-6,11-Dione
CAS No.	31247-67-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₈O₃S
Molecular Weight	292.31 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Methoxybenzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]thiophene-6,11-dione; Benzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]thiophene-6,11-dione, 8-methoxy-; 8-Methoxy-6,11-dioxo-6,11-dihydrobenzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]thiophene; 6,11-Dihydro-8-methoxybenzo[b]naphtho[2,3-d]thiophene-6,11-dione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8-Methoxybenzo[B]Naphtho[2,3-D]Thiophene-6,11-Dione is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting research and industrial-grade specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Research Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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