Description

Dimethyl 1,4,5,6,7,8-Hexapropylnaphthacene-2,3-Dicarboxylate is a high-purity, multi-functional organic compound characterized by its complex, highly substituted naphthacene (tetracene) core structure. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate or functional material in the development of specialized organic electronic components and high-performance pigments. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and specialty chemical manufacturers working in organic semiconductors, photovoltaics, and high-stability dye synthesis.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Acts as a key building block for the synthesis of novel p-type or n-type organic semiconductor materials used in OFETs (Organic Field-Effect Transistors) and OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) devices.
• Functional Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the production of high-performance, light-fast pigments and dyes for specialized coatings, inks, and plastics due to its extended conjugated system.
• Research Chemical: Serves as a standard or starting material in academic and industrial research for studying charge transport properties, photophysical behavior, and novel polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) chemistry.
• Photovoltaic Material Development: Investigated for use as an electron donor or acceptor component in the active layer of organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells to improve efficiency and stability.
• Liquid Crystal & Electro-Optic Materials: Potential use in the synthesis of discotic liquid crystals or other ordered organic materials for display technology and nonlinear optics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimethyl 1,4,5,6,7,8-Hexapropylnaphthacene-2,3-Dicarboxylate
CAS No.	323585-68-8
Molecular Formula	C44H58O4
Molecular Weight	650.93 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4,5,6,7,8-Hexapropylnaphthacene-2,3-dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Dimethyl Hexapropyltetracene-2,3-dicarboxylate; 2,3-Dimethoxycarbonyl-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexapropyltetracene; Hexapropyltetracenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; Tetracene-2,3-dicarboxylic Acid, 1,4,5,6,7,8-hexapropyl-, Dimethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Dimethyl 1,4,5,6,7,8-Hexapropylnaphthacene-2,3-Dicarboxylate adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment. Our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards required for advanced material synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation. Keep away from strong acids/bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 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.