Description

trans-1,2-Dihydroxy-1,2-Dihydrophenanthrene is a high-purity, dihydroxylated phenanthrene derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. This compound serves as a versatile chiral building block and synthetic intermediate, valued for its rigid, fused-ring structure that can impart specific stereochemical and electronic properties to target molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of complex bioactive compounds, ligands, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or inflammatory pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare sophisticated chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or building block for developing novel organic semiconductors or luminescent materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Intermediate in the research and synthesis of new-generation herbicides or plant growth regulators.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool compound for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including dihydroxylation and subsequent functionalization reactions.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-1,2-Dihydroxy-1,2-Dihydrophenanthrene
CAS No.	60917-41-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₂O₂
Molecular Weight	212.24 g/mol
Synonyms	(1R,2R)-1,2-Dihydroxy-1,2-dihydrophenanthrene; (1S,2S)-1,2-Dihydroxy-1,2-dihydrophenanthrene; trans-1,2-Dihydroxyphenanthrene; Phenanthrene-1,2-diol (dihydro-); 1,2-Dihydrophenanthrene-1,2-diol; 1,2-Dihydroxy-1,2-dihydrophenanthrene; NSC 89284; 1,2-Phenanthrenediol, 1,2-dihydro-
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Quality Control

Our trans-1,2-Dihydroxy-1,2-Dihydrophenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, chiral analysis for stereochemical integrity, and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results 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 place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (enantiomeric excess)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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