Description

1,5-Dimethoxy-4,8-Dinitroanthraquinone is a specialized anthraquinone derivative distinguished by its methoxy and nitro functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and functional dye precursor in advanced manufacturing. It is primarily required by industries focused on high-performance pigments, liquid crystal displays (LCDs), and organic electronic materials, where precise molecular structure dictates critical performance properties.

Application

• High-Performance Pigment Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of vivid, stable anthraquinone-based pigments for automotive coatings, plastics, and inks.
• Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Manufacturing: Used in the production of dyes for color filters, enhancing color purity and stability in display panels.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a building block for novel organic electronic materials due to its electron-accepting nitro groups.
• Specialty Dyes for Textiles: Employed in the creation of specialized dyes for synthetic fibers requiring high lightfastness and thermal stability.
• Photoreactive Compound Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for compounds used in photoresists and other light-sensitive applications.
• Analytical Chemistry Reagent: Utilized as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and method development for related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,5-Dimethoxy-4,8-Dinitroanthraquinone
CAS No.	6407-56-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂N₂O₈
Molecular Weight	360.28 g/mol
Synonyms	4,8-Dinitro-1,5-dimethoxyanthraquinone; 1,5-Dimethoxy-4,8-dinitro-9,10-anthracenedione; 1,5-Dimethoxy-4,8-dinitro-9,10-anthraquinone; CI 58055; Solvent Orange 86; Anthraquinone, 1,5-dimethoxy-4,8-dinitro-; 9,10-Anthracenedione, 1,5-dimethoxy-4,8-dinitro-
EINECS	229-062-5

Quality Control

Our production of 1,5-Dimethoxy-4,8-Dinitroanthraquinone adheres to a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed against comprehensive specifications using advanced techniques like HPLC and GC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 sources and incompatible materials. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Orange Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Reference Spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total Impurities ≤ 2.0%

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