Description

9,10-Dichloroanthracene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon derivative characterized by its two chlorine substituents at the 9 and 10 positions. This compound serves as a critical advanced organic intermediate and functional building block for the synthesis of complex molecules and materials. It is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors, where precise molecular architecture is required.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: A key precursor for synthesizing anthracene-based host and emitter materials used in display and lighting technologies.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a versatile building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing high-performance colorants and fluorescent dyes.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for creating new charge-transport materials and molecular electronics.
• Photoinitiators and Photoresists: Utilized in formulations for UV-curable coatings, inks, and advanced lithography processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for studying electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions and creating novel polycyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Dichloroanthracene
CAS No.	605-48-1
Molecular Formula	C14H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	247.12 g/mol
Synonyms	9,10-Dichloroanthracene; Anthracene, 9,10-dichloro-; 9,10-DCA; NSC 404087; Dichloroanthracene; 9,10-Dichloro-9,10-dihydroanthracene (incorrect but common alias); 9,10-Dichloroanthracen (German); 9,10-ジクロロアントラセン (Japanese)
EINECS	210-085-5

Quality Control

Our 9,10-Dichloroanthracene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	208°C - 212°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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