Description

Phenalen-1-One,9-Mercapto- is a specialized sulfur-containing derivative of phenalenone, a polycyclic aromatic ketone. This compound is valued for its unique chemical structure, which makes it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Organic Electronics: Investigated as a potential precursor or dopant for organic semiconductors and conductive polymers due to its extended π-conjugated system.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate for creating specialized dyes and pigments with unique optical properties.
• Ligand in Catalysis: The mercapto group allows it to function as a ligand for metal catalysts in various organic transformations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for fundamental research in organic chemistry and materials science.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Phenalen-1-One,9-Mercapto-
CAS No.	69915-28-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₈OS
Molecular Weight	212.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Mercaptophenalen-1-one; 1H-Phenalen-1-one, 9-mercapto-; 9-Thiolphenalenone; 9-Sulfanylphenalen-1-one; Phenalenone-9-thiol; 9-Mercapto-1-phenalenone; 9-Mercapto-1H-phenalen-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Phenalen-1-One,9-Mercapto- is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. We provide Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications for traceability and quality assurance, supporting research and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled with care to minimize exposure to air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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