Description

16,17-Dihydro-17-Methyl-15H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene is a high-purity, specialized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials research. This compound serves as a critical advanced intermediate for developing novel chemical entities and functional materials. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in cutting-edge projects.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the research and synthesis of novel steroid analogs and other pharmacologically active compounds.
• Organic Electronic Materials Research: Serves as a core structure for developing organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and luminescent compounds.
• Advanced Chemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor for complex polycyclic systems in methodological and total synthesis studies.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic calibration within quality control and research settings.
• Material Science Prototyping: Investigated for its potential in creating novel carbon-based nanomaterials and molecular scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	16,17-Dihydro-17-Methyl-15H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene
CAS No.	549-38-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₆
Molecular Weight	232.32 g/mol
Synonyms	17-Methyl-15H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene; 17-Methyl-15H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene, 16,17-dihydro-; 16,17-Dihydro-17-methyl-15H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene; 17-Methyl-15H-cyclopentaphenanthrene; NSC 89239; 1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,7,8,8a,9,10,10a-Tetradecahydro-1-methylphenanthrene (related structure); Dihydro-methyl-cyclopentaphenanthrene
EINECS	208-963-8

Quality Control

Our 16,17-Dihydro-17-Methyl-15H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, GC-MS and NMR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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 preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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