Description

1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulphonic Acid is a highly functionalized, water-soluble derivative of pyrene, characterized by the presence of four sulfonic acid groups. This compound is valued for its strong fluorescence and excellent solubility in aqueous systems, making it a critical intermediate and functional material. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and researchers in the dye and pigment, analytical chemistry, and advanced materials sectors for its unique photophysical properties.

Application

• Fluorescent Dye and Probe Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for creating water-soluble fluorescent dyes, biological staining agents, and molecular probes used in bioimaging and diagnostics.
• Electrochromic and Photovoltaic Materials: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), and other optoelectronic devices due to its electron-accepting and charge-transport properties.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed as a fluorescent standard or tracer in environmental monitoring, chromatography, and various spectroscopic analytical methods.
• Polymer and Surface Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or additive to impart hydrophilicity, ionic character, or fluorescence to polymers, coatings, and nanomaterials.
• Catalysis and Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as an acidic catalyst or a building block in organic synthesis for introducing sulfonic acid groups into target molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulphonic Acid
CAS No.	6528-53-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O₁₂S₄
Molecular Weight	538.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyrene-1,3,6,8-tetrasulfonic Acid; 1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulfonic Acid; Pyrenetetrasulfonic Acid; 1,3,6,8-Tetrasulfopyrene; Pyrene Tetrasulfonate; 1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulfonate; 1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulfonic Acid Tetrasodium Salt (common salt form); 1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulfonate Acid
EINECS	229-426-6

Quality Control

Our 1,3,6,8-Pyrenetetrasulphonic Acid is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and elemental analysis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Brown Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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