Description

9-Anthraldehyde is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the anthracene derivative family, serving as a crucial building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive aldehyde functional group attached to the anthracene core, making it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific optical or electronic properties. This product is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key starting material for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly in anticancer and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides due to its derivatization potential.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing anthraquinone-based dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create novel ligands for metal complexes and catalysts.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Employed to build molecular probes and sensors for biochemical and environmental detection applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Anthraldehyde
CAS No.	642-31-9
Molecular Formula	C15H10O
Molecular Weight	206.24 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Anthracenecarboxaldehyde; Anthracene-9-carboxaldehyde; 9-Formylanthracene; 9-Anthraldehyde; 9-Anthracenecarbaldehyde; 9-Anthrylaldehyde; 9-Anthracenylaldehyde
EINECS	211-400-7

Quality Control

Our 9-Anthraldehyde is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with all shipments, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting our customers' regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	102 - 106 °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.