Description

2,3-Anthracenedicarbonitrile is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic dinitriles. This chemical serves as a critical advanced intermediate and building block in the synthesis of complex organic materials and functional dyes. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty pigments.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key monomer for synthesizing n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials used in OLEDs and OFETs.
• Functional Dye Intermediate: Serves as a core structure for developing anthracene-based fluorescent dyes, pigments, and photoactive compounds.
• Research Chemical: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying charge-transfer complexes, photophysical properties, and novel polymerization reactions.
• Material Science: Building block for creating conjugated polymers and molecular frameworks with tailored electronic properties for sensor applications.
• Photonics Research: Investigated for use in non-linear optical (NLO) materials and light-harvesting systems due to its extended π-conjugation.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Anthracenedicarbonitrile
CAS No.	40723-91-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₈N₂
Molecular Weight	228.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dicyanoanthracene; Anthracene-2,3-dicarbonitrile; 2,3-Anthracenedicarbonitrile; 9,10-Dihydro-9,10[1',2']-benzenoanthracene-2,3-dicarbonitrile; 2,3-Bis(cyanomethyl)anthracene (related structure); NSC 163049
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2,3-Anthracenedicarbonitrile is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high lot-to-lot consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your research and development requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.