Description

Benzo[A]Naphthacene-8,13-Dione is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the quinone family. This chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional material in advanced research and industrial synthesis. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors for developing novel compounds and functional dyes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of complex therapeutic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of advanced pesticides and herbicides.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Investigated as a potential component or dopant in organic electronic devices due to its quinone structure.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized colorants and functional dyes.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for studying redox reactions and as a model quinone compound.
• Material Science: Explored for applications in energy storage and conversion materials, such as in battery or capacitor components.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo[A]Naphthacene-8,13-Dione
CAS No.	65492-95-7
Molecular Formula	C22H12O2
Molecular Weight	308.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[a]naphthacene-8,13-dione; 8,13-Dioxobenz[a]anthracene; Benz[a]anthracene-8,13-dione; 1,2-Benzanthracene-8,13-dione; 8,13-Dihydro-8,13-dioxobenz[a]anthracene; BAQ (Benzo[a]AnthraQuinone); Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzo[A]Naphthacene-8,13-Dione is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to Orange Crystalline Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Reference Spectrum
Purity (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.