Description

10-Methylphenanthrene-9-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived polycyclic aromatic carboxylic acid, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure with a strategically positioned methyl and carboxylic acid group makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting complex biological pathways where polycyclic frameworks are advantageous.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific aromatic backbone structures for efficacy.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a starting material for constructing organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and luminescent compounds used in OLEDs and photovoltaics.
• Ligand Synthesis: The carboxylic acid functionality allows for derivatization into complex chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing specialized polycyclic aromatic dyes and high-performance pigments.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and ring-formation strategies.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Methylphenanthrene-9-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	65698-59-1
Molecular Formula	C16H12O2
Molecular Weight	236.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Carboxy-10-methylphenanthrene; 10-Methyl-9-phenanthrenecarboxylic Acid; 10-Methylphenanthrene-9-carboxylic acid; 9-Phenanthrenecarboxylic acid, 10-methyl-; 1-Methyl-2-phenanthroic acid (alternative numbering); NSC 163079
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 10-Methylphenanthrene-9-Carboxylic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.