Description

9-Anthryloxirane is a specialized organic compound featuring an anthracene moiety fused with an oxirane (epoxide) ring, making it a valuable building block in advanced synthetic chemistry. This unique structure provides a reactive site for ring-opening reactions while offering the photophysical properties characteristic of anthracene derivatives. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for the synthesis of complex molecules, including potential drug candidates, functional polymers, and organic electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting anthracene-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the stability and reactivity of the anthryloxirane system.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of conductive polymers, OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) materials, and photoresists.
• Polymer Chemistry: Employed as a reactive modifier or curing agent in epoxy resin systems and specialty polymer formulations to enhance material properties.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Utilized to create anthracene-labeled probes and sensors for biochemical and environmental detection applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Anthryloxirane
CAS No.	61695-73-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-(Oxiran-2-yl)anthracene; Anthracene, 9-(oxiranylmethyl)-; 9-Anthrylmethyloxirane; 9-(Epoxymethyl)anthracene; 9-Anthracenylmethyloxirane; 2-(Anthracen-9-ylmethyl)oxirane; 9-Anthrylethylene oxide; 9-Anthracenemethanol, α-(epoxyethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Anthryloxirane is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every shipment upon request, detailing all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber-colored or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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