Description

3-Mercapto-7H-Benzo[De]Anthracen-7-One is a specialized organic sulfur compound belonging to the class of polycyclic aromatic ketones. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its unique molecular structure, which makes it a critical building block in advanced material science and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and organic electronics sectors for creating novel compounds with specific optoelectronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the benzo[de]anthracenone scaffold is active.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of electron transport materials or host materials for next-generation display and lighting technologies due to its fused aromatic structure.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Research: Investigated as a component in the active layer of solar cells for its potential charge-transport properties.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing new fluorescent probes and chemosensors used in analytical chemistry and bio-imaging.
• Ligand in Catalysis: The mercapto group can be utilized to create specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers or small molecules with tailored electronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Mercapto-7H-Benzo[De]Anthracen-7-One
CAS No.	6409-45-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₀OS
Molecular Weight	262.32 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Mercaptobenzo[de]anthracen-7-one; 7H-Benzo[de]anthracen-7-one, 3-mercapto-; 3-Thiol-benzo[de]anthracen-7-one; 3-Sulfanylbenzo[de]anthracen-7-one; 3-Mercaptonaphtho[2,3-a]anthracen-7-one; 3-Mercapto-7H-benz[de]anthracen-7-one; 3-Mercapto-7-oxobenzo[de]anthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Mercapto-7H-Benzo[De]Anthracen-7-One is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive R&D and scale-up processes. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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