Description

Acephenanthrylen-5(4H)-One is a specialized organic chemical compound with the CAS Registry Number 42050-08-8. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique polycyclic aromatic structure, which makes it a critical building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology and neurological research.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the research and development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photovoltaic materials due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Advanced Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for creating complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other sophisticated organic frameworks in academic and industrial R&D.
• Dye & Pigment Research: Employed in the development of high-performance dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers owing to its potential chromophoric properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized for constructing novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis for specialized organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Acephenanthrylen-5(4H)-One
CAS No.	42050-08-8
Molecular Formula	C16H10O
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Acephenanthrylen-5-one; 5H-Acephenanthrylen-5-one; Acephenanthrylenone; 5-Oxo-5H-acephenanthrylene; Acephenanthrylene-5-one; Acephenanthrylen-5(4H)-one; 42050-08-8; 5H-Acephenanthrylen-5(4H)-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Acephenanthrylen-5(4H)-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and supporting research and production traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

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
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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