Description

1,8-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde is a high-purity organic compound with the CAS registry number 34824-75-4, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique anthracene-based structure with two formyl groups makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, specialty dyes, and pharmaceutical intermediate development.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in the synthesis of novel organic electronic materials for OLEDs, OFETs, and photovoltaic cells.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Used to create anthracene-derived dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption and emission characteristics.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a building block for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing advanced fluorescent markers and sensors used in biochemical research.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploratory chemistry and material science research in both commercial and institutional laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	34824-75-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1,8-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde; 1,8-Anthraldehyde; 1,8-Anthracenedialdehyde; 1,8-Bis(formyl)anthracene; Anthracene-1,8-dicarboxaldehyde; 1,8-Diformylanthracene; 9,10-Dihydro-9,10-[1,2]benzenoanthracene-1,8-dicarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,8-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping it under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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