Description

2,7-Dimethylanthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical intermediate in advanced material synthesis. Its value lies in its well-defined molecular structure, which is essential for tuning the photophysical and electronic properties of organic semiconductors. This compound is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used as a core building block or dopant material in the development of blue-emitting layers.
• Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs): Serves as an electron donor or acceptor component in the active layer of solar cells.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor for synthesizing more complex anthracene derivatives and polyaromatic systems.
• Fluorescent Dyes & Probes: Utilized in the creation of fluorescent markers and sensors due to its inherent luminescent properties.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for studying charge transport, energy transfer, and photochemical processes.
• Liquid Crystal & Electro-Optic Materials: Incorporated into materials requiring specific planar, rigid structures to modulate optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7-Dimethylanthracene
CAS No.	782-23-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄
Molecular Weight	206.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Dimethylanthracene; Anthracene, 2,7-dimethyl-; 2,7-Xylanthracene; 2,7-Dimethyl-anthracene; NSC 6178; 2,7-DMA
EINECS	212-319-7

Quality Control

Our 2,7-Dimethylanthracene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	242 - 246 °C

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