Description

1,5-Anthracenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of anthracene derivatives, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and functional building block. Its rigid, planar anthracene core with strategically positioned ester groups makes it a valuable precursor for advanced materials and specialty chemicals. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules for drug discovery.
• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and other electronic materials due to its conjugated anthracene structure.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized anthraquinone dyes, fluorescent markers, and high-performance pigments.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the creation of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in coordination chemistry to create novel ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: A fundamental reagent for organic synthesis, material science research, and photophysical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Anthracenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester
CAS No.	40102-44-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₄O₄
Molecular Weight	294.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethyl 1,5-Anthracenedicarboxylate; 1,5-Anthracenedicarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 1,5-Bis(methoxycarbonyl)anthracene; Anthracene-1,5-dicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester; NSC 163022; 1,5-Anthracenediyldimethanol, alpha,alpha'-dihydroxy-, dimethyl ether; 9,10-Dihydro-9,10[1',2']-benzenoanthracene-2,3,6,7-tetracarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester (related structure)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,5-Anthracenedicarboxylic Acid Dimethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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