Description

1-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic carboxylic acids. This chemical serves as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique aromatic structure and reactivity. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core component or dopant material in the production of electroluminescent layers.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating anthracene-based dyes and colorants.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research: Utilized as a standard or reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying aromatic substitution and carboxylation reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	607-42-1
Molecular Formula	C15H10O2
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Anthracene-1-carboxylic Acid; 9,10-Dihydro-9,10[1‘,2‘]-benzenoanthracene-12-carboxylic Acid; 1-Anthroic Acid; 1-Carboxyanthracene; NSC 403107; Anthracenecarboxylic Acid; 1-Anthracenecarboxylic acid; α-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid
EINECS	210-150-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Anthracenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	252 - 256 °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.