Description

10-Methylanthracene-9-Carboxaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized anthracene derivative that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in organic synthesis and materials science. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a reactive aldehyde group on a methyl-substituted anthracene core, enabling precise chemical modifications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photochemistry, and specialty chemical production, where it is used to develop novel functional materials and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): A key building block for synthesizing novel electron-transporting or emitting materials.
• Photocatalysis & Photochemistry: Used as a precursor or sensitizer in light-driven chemical reactions and energy transfer studies.
• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and other specialty chemicals.
• Fluorescent Dyes & Probes: Acts as a core structure for developing new fluorescent markers and sensors with tailored optical properties.
• Materials Science Research: Employed in the development of novel organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the synthesis of pharmacologically active compounds with anthracene-based scaffolds.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Methylanthracene-9-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	7072-00-6
Molecular Formula	C16H12O
Molecular Weight	220.27 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Formyl-10-methylanthracene; 10-Methyl-9-anthraldehyde; 10-Methyl-9-anthracenecarboxaldehyde; 9-Anthracenecarboxaldehyde, 10-methyl-; 10-Methylanthracene-9-aldehyde; 10-Methyl-9-formylanthracene; 9-Aldehyde-10-methylanthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 10-Methylanthracene-9-Carboxaldehyde is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our clients in research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should be performed under subdued light or amber glass to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.