Description

2-(1-Chloroethyl)-Anthracene is a specialized organic compound belonging to the anthracene derivative family, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure, featuring a chloroethyl side chain on the anthracene core, makes it a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a functional material or a synthetic precursor for electron-transport or emissive layers in OLED device fabrication.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized anthraquinone-based dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for organic chemists in universities and R&D laboratories exploring new synthetic methodologies and material properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Can be utilized as a monomer or functionalization agent in the creation of polymers with specific optical or electronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Chloroethyl)-Anthracene
CAS No.	57323-33-8
Molecular Formula	C16H13Cl
Molecular Weight	240.73 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Anthryl)ethyl chloride; 1-Chloroethylanthracene; 2-(1-Chloroethyl)anthracene; (1-Chloroethyl)anthracene; α-Chloroethylanthracene; Anthracene, 2-(1-chloroethyl)-; 9,10-Dihydro-9,10[1',2']-benzenoanthracene derivative (related structure); Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Chloroethyl)-Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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