Description

3-Chlorobenzanthrone is a high-purity, specialized organic chemical intermediate of significant industrial importance. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a fused aromatic system with a chlorine substituent, makes it a critical precursor in the synthesis of complex dyes and pigments. This compound is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the chemical synthesis, dye, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop vivid, stable colorants and functional organic molecules.

Application

• Key Intermediate for Vat Dyes: Serves as a fundamental building block in the production of high-performance vat dyes, particularly anthraquinone-based derivatives, known for their excellent color fastness and brightness.
• Synthesis of Polycyclic Aromatic Pigments: Used in the manufacture of pigments for plastics, coatings, and inks, where thermal stability and weather resistance are required.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Acts as a precursor in the development of organic electronic materials due to its extended π-conjugated system, useful for OLEDs and photoconductors.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in research-scale synthesis of pharmacologically active compounds containing the benzanthrone scaffold.
• Luminescent Material Production: Utilized in creating fluorescent dyes and markers for analytical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chlorobenzanthrone
CAS No.	6409-44-5
Molecular Formula	C17H9ClO
Molecular Weight	264.71 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chlorobenzanthrone; 3-Chloro-7H-benz[de]anthracen-7-one; 3-Chloro-7-oxo-7H-benz[de]anthracene; NSC 403107; 3-Chlorobenzanthrenone; 3-Chloro-benzanthren-7-one; 3-Chloro-7H-benz[de]anthracen-7-on; 3-Chloro-7H-dibenzo[de,h]anthracen-7-one
EINECS	229-083-4

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chlorobenzanthrone is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for industrial applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be opaque or stored in darkness.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish-yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	198°C - 202°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.