Description

Phenanthrene-4,5-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic dicarboxylic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its rigid, planar structure and dual carboxylic acid functionality, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, pharmaceutical intermediates, and specialty polymer chemistry seeking to develop novel materials with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key monomer for synthesizing n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials used in OLEDs and OFETs.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with polycyclic frameworks.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Synthesis: Acts as a versatile organic linker for constructing porous coordination polymers with potential applications in gas storage and catalysis.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Employed to create chelating ligands for transition metal catalysts in asymmetric synthesis.
• Specialty Polymer Monomer: Incorporated into polyimides, polyamides, and other high-performance polymers to enhance thermal stability and mechanical properties.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Serves as a core structure for developing novel fluorescent probes and chemosensors.

Basic Information

Product Name	Phenanthrene-4,5-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	5462-82-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O₄
Molecular Weight	266.25 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Phenanthrenedicarboxylic Acid; Phenanthrene-4,5-dicarboxylic acid; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-1,4:5,8-dimethanonaphthalene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; 1,4:5,8-Dimethano-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalene-2,3-dicarboxylic acid; 2,3-Norbornanedicarboxylic acid, 1,4,4a,8a-tetrahydro-1,4,5,8-dimethano-; PDCA
EINECS	226-758-5

Quality Control

Our Phenanthrene-4,5-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.