Description

Perylene-3,10-Dione is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic organic compound characterized by its distinctive perylene core structure. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and functional material in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pigment, organic electronics, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop products with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Organic Pigment Intermediate: A key precursor for synthesizing high-performance perylene-based red and violet pigments known for exceptional lightfastness and weather resistance.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Used in the development of n-type organic semiconductors for applications in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Fluorescent Dye Synthesis: Serves as a core building block for creating perylene diimide (PDI) and perylene monoimide (PMI) derivatives used in fluorescent sensors and imaging agents.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Employed in the synthesis of discotic liquid crystals for electronic applications due to its planar, rigid structure.
• Photoconductive Materials: A component in the production of materials for photocopiers and laser printers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable starting material for novel polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and complex organic architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	Perylene-3,10-Dione
CAS No.	5796-93-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	282.30 g/mol
Synonyms	Perylene-3,10-quinone; 3,10-Perylenequinone; Perylenequinone; Perylene-3,10-dione; 3,10-Dioxoperylene; Perylene-3,10-bis(quinone); CI 71135; Perylene Quinone
EINECS	227-337-7

Quality Control

Our Perylene-3,10-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Standard quality parameters include identity confirmation, assay (purity), and control of key impurities. A comprehensive 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red-brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	> 300 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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