Description

9,10-Dioxo-9,10-Dihydrophenanthrene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized phenanthrenequinone derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring quinone structure with a carboxylic acid group makes it a versatile building block for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors developing novel active ingredients and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the quinone moiety is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its conjugated quinone system.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing high-performance, color-fast pigments and dyes for specialized industrial applications.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for studying charge-transfer complexes, photochemical reactions, and as a ligand in coordination chemistry.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be incorporated as a functional monomer to impart specific properties like UV-absorption or redox activity into polymer chains.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Dioxo-9,10-Dihydrophenanthrene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	32155-34-3
Molecular Formula	C15H8O4
Molecular Weight	252.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenanthrene-3-carboxylic acid, 9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxo-; 9,10-Phenanthrenedione-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxyphenanthrene-9,10-quinone; 9,10-Dioxo-9,10-dihydrophenanthrene-3-carboxylic acid; Phenanthrenequinone-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 9,10-dihydro-9,10-dioxo-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9,10-Dioxo-9,10-Dihydrophenanthrene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets precise customer specifications and high-purity standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your research or production 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 strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and sources of ignition. 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)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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