Description

3-Perylenecarboxaldehyde is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic compound characterized by its distinctive perylene core functionalized with an aldehyde group. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable advanced organic intermediate and a key building block in materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the organic electronics, photonics, and specialty dyes and pigments sectors for developing novel functional materials.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a critical starting material for synthesizing perylene diimide (PDI) derivatives and other n-type organic semiconductors used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics.
• Fluorescent Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Used in the development of high-performance perylene-based fluorescent dyes and pigments known for exceptional lightfastness and chemical stability.
• Photonic Materials Research: Acts as a building block for creating novel organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and laser gain media due to its favorable photophysical properties.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Utilized in the synthesis of receptor molecules for chemical sensing applications, leveraging its electron-accepting aldehyde group for selective binding.
• Liquid Crystal & Supramolecular Chemistry: Employed as a rigid, planar core unit for constructing discotic liquid crystals and complex supramolecular assemblies.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Perylenecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	35438-63-2
Molecular Formula	C23H12O
Molecular Weight	304.34 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formylperylene; Perylene-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Perylenecarbonal; Perylene-3-carbaldehyde; 1H-Benz[de]anthracene-7-carboxaldehyde, 3,4,9,10-tetrahydro-; 3,4,9,10-Tetrahydro-1H-benz[de]anthracene-7-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Perylenecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and spectroscopic identification (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets exacting R&D and production standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming batch-specific specifications.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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