Description

9-Bromophenanthrene is a high-purity brominated aromatic compound serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in materials science and pharmaceutical research. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for scale-up and production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Used in the development of electron-transport materials and host materials for advanced display and lighting technologies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and specialty materials to modify electronic properties or introduce functional groups.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry and new reaction development.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Bromophenanthrene
CAS No.	573-17-1
Molecular Formula	C14H9Br
Molecular Weight	257.13 g/mol
Synonyms	Phenanthrene, 9-bromo-; 9-BP; 9-Bromophenanthrene; 9-Bromo-phenanthrene; NSC 404080; 1-Bromophenanthrene (common misnomer); α-Bromophenanthrene
EINECS	209-355-5

Quality Control

Our 9-Bromophenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	55 - 58 °C
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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