Description

9,10-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized anthracene derivative characterized by its two reactive aldehyde groups. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photochemistry, and the development of specialty dyes and sensors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in the synthesis of acene-based molecules for organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaic materials.
• Fluorescent Probe & Sensor Development: Used to create highly conjugated, fluorescent molecular frameworks for chemical sensing and bio-imaging applications.
• Ligand Synthesis for Coordination Chemistry: Serves as a starting material for constructing sophisticated chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Specialty Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the research and production of novel anthraquinone and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH)-based colorants.
• Polymer & Dendrimer Functionalization: Utilized to introduce photoactive anthracene units into polymer backbones or dendritic structures.
• Academic & Pharmaceutical Research: Acts as a scaffold in medicinal chemistry for exploring new pharmacophores and in fundamental photophysical studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,10-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	7044-91-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	234.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Anthracene-9,10-dicarboxaldehyde; 9,10-Anthracenedicarbonal; 9,10-Diformylanthracene; 9,10-Anthracenedialdehyde; 9,10-Bis(formyl)anthracene; 9,10-Anthraquinodialdehyde; 9,10-Anthracenebis(carboxaldehyde); 9,10-Anthracenedicarboxylic acid dialdehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 9,10-Anthracenedicarboxaldehyde is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high purity for research and industrial applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available for each lot upon request.

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 2-8°C or as indicated on the label. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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