Description

16,17-Dihydro-3-Isopropyl-15H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene is a high-purity, complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. This compound serves as a critical specialized intermediate for the development of novel chemical entities, particularly in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on steroidal analogs, liquid crystal materials, and organic semiconductors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel steroidal or polycyclic drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Advanced Materials Research: Precursor for the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Specialized intermediate for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic frameworks in academic and industrial research.
• Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard in chromatography and spectroscopy for quality control and method development.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a core component in the design of charge-transport materials for OLEDs and photovoltaic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	16,17-Dihydro-3-Isopropyl-15H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene
CAS No.	57325-68-5
Molecular Formula	C20H22
Molecular Weight	262.39 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropyl-16,17-dihydro-15H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene; 15H-Cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene, 16,17-dihydro-3-(1-methylethyl)-; 3-(1-Methylethyl)-16,17-dihydro-15H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthrene; Dihydroisopropylcyclopentaphenanthrene; 3-Isopropyl-15,16,17,18-tetrahydrocyclopenta[a]phenanthrene (related); Isopropyl-DHCP
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Quality Control

Our 16,17-Dihydro-3-Isopropyl-15H-Cyclopenta[A]Phenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact us for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Any single unknown impurity	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH Q3C guidelines
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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