Description

3,6-Dimethyldibenzothiophene is a high-purity, sulfur-containing heterocyclic aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced materials and chemical research. This specialized chemical serves as a critical building block and model compound in the development of novel organic electronic materials and as a reference standard in analytical chemistry. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the organic semiconductor, photovoltaics, and petrochemical analysis sectors for its well-defined structure and properties.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used as a core building block or dopant in the synthesis of novel p-type organic semiconductors and hole-transport materials.
• Photovoltaic Materials: Serves as a precursor or model compound in the development of advanced materials for organic solar cells (OSCs) and perovskite solar cells.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibration standard in Gas Chromatography (GC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) for the analysis of complex sulfur-containing mixtures, particularly in petroleum and environmental samples.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex dibenzothiophene derivatives for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Material Science Studies: Utilized in fundamental research on charge transport, crystallography, and the photophysical properties of sulfur-heterocycles.
• Catalysis Research: Functions as a substrate or ligand in studies involving desulfurization catalysts and transition metal complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dimethyldibenzothiophene
CAS No.	31613-04-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₂S
Molecular Weight	212.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dimethyldibenzothiophene; Dibenzothiophene, 3,6-dimethyl-; 3,6-Dimethyl-DBT; 3,6-DMDBT; 3,6-Dimethylbenzo[b]thiophene; NSC 163063; 3,6-Dimethyl-dibenzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dimethyldibenzothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with your specifications. We support cGMP and ISO 9001 standards for research and development materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.