Description

9,10-Dihydroanthracene is a high-purity, partially hydrogenated derivative of anthracene, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its unique structure, featuring a central saturated ring, makes it a valuable precursor for creating complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and functional organic materials. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to develop novel compounds, organic semiconductors, and photoluminescent materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing complex polycyclic aromatic compounds, dyes, and pigments.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a precursor in the development of new drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Material Science: Serves as a starting material for organic semiconductors, photoconductors, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Chemical Research: Employed in mechanistic studies, hydrogenation reactions, and as a model compound in organic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Development: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Fluorescent Dye & Marker Synthesis: Utilized in the production of photoluminescent materials and fluorescent tags for biological imaging.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Dihydroanthracene
CAS No.	613-31-0
Molecular Formula	C14H12
Molecular Weight	180.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Anthracene, 9,10-dihydro-; Dihydroanthracene; 9,10-Dihydroanthracen; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydroanthracene; NSC 66490; Anthracene, dihydro-; Benzanthrene, dihydro-
EINECS	210-341-9

Quality Control

Our 9,10-Dihydroanthracene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We provide full traceability and detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in research and regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108°C - 112°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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