Description

1,2-Phenanthrenequinone is an important polycyclic quinone derivative with a distinctive yellow to orange crystalline appearance. This compound serves as a versatile chemical intermediate and a functional chromophore in advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for drug discovery and development.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in various organic transformations, including Diels-Alder reactions and as a precursor for other fused-ring systems.
• Photochemical Research: Acts as a photosensitizer or a model compound in studies of electron transfer and photophysical processes.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and pigments due to its conjugated quinoid structure.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be used as a standard or reagent in specific chromatographic or spectroscopic methods.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Phenanthrenequinone
CAS No.	573-12-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₈O₂
Molecular Weight	208.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Phenanthrenedione; Phenanthrene-1,2-dione; 1,2-Phenanthraquinone; NSC 403697; 1,2-Dioxophenanthrene; α-Phenanthrenequinone
EINECS	209-350-5

Quality Control

Our 1,2-Phenanthrenequinone is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	208°C - 212°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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