Description

1,4,5,8-Naphthalenetetracarbonyl Tetrachloride is a highly functionalized naphthalene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile precursor for the preparation of perylene and other complex polycyclic aromatic compounds, which are essential in materials science. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers developing organic semiconductors, pigments, and specialty polymers.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in synthesizing n-type organic semiconductor materials like perylene diimides (PDIs) for use in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics.
• High-Performance Pigment Synthesis: Used in the production of perylene-based pigments and dyes known for exceptional lightfastness, thermal stability, and color intensity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for creating novel polyimides and other high-temperature, high-performance polymers.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Employed in the synthesis of discotic liquid crystals for electronic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and carbon-based nanomaterials.
• Photonics and Optoelectronics: A precursor for materials used in light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and sensors due to its ability to form compounds with tailored electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,5,8-Naphthalenetetracarbonyl Tetrachloride
CAS No.	37686-24-1
Molecular Formula	C14Cl4O4
Molecular Weight	388.88 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,8-Naphthalenetetracarboxylic Acid Tetrachloride; Naphthalene-1,4,5,8-tetracarbonyl Tetrachloride; 1,4,5,8-Naphthalenetetracarboxylic Dianhydride Tetrachloride; Naphthalenetetracarboxylic Tetrachloride; NTCT; Perylene Tetracarboxylic Dianhydride Precursor; Tetrachloronaphthalenetetracarbonyl
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4,5,8-Naphthalenetetracarbonyl Tetrachloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when prolonged exposure is anticipated to prevent hydrolysis. Keep away from strong bases and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride Content	Contact for details

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