Description

2,3-Dimethylanthraquinone is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the anthraquinone derivative family. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional component in advanced material synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D laboratories and industrial producers in the pharmaceutical, dye, and polymer industries for its specific structural and reactive properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Used as a precursor in the production of specialized vat dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Photoinitiator Component: Acts as a sensitizer or co-initiator in UV-curable inks, coatings, and photopolymer formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Valuable intermediate in academic and industrial research for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic structures.
• Polymer Additive: Investigated for use as a stabilizer or functional modifier in specialty polymer composites.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a standard or reference material in chromatographic analysis and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dimethylanthraquinone
CAS No.	6531-35-7
Molecular Formula	C16H12O2
Molecular Weight	236.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dimethyl-9,10-anthraquinone; 2,3-Dimethyl-9,10-anthracenedione; 9,10-Anthracenedione, 2,3-dimethyl-; NSC 407180; 2,3-Dimethylanthracene-9,10-dione
EINECS	229-440-5

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dimethylanthraquinone is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.