Description

4-Methyldibenzofuran is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic aromatic compound of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. Its unique fused-ring structure makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored electronic and photophysical properties. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors, where precise chemical intermediates are required for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a precursor in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, contributing to improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core structure or dopant in the development of emissive and charge-transport layers for high-performance display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalytic systems used in fine chemical production.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and advanced materials to modify thermal stability, fluorescence, or electronic characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new reactions, heterocyclic chemistry, and structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methyldibenzofuran
CAS No.	7320-53-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	182.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyldibenzofuran; Dibenzofuran, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-9-oxafluorene; 4-Methyl-9H-fluoren-9-one (common misnomer); 4-MDBF; 4-Methyldibenzo[b,d]furan; 4-Methyl-2,3-benzofuran; 4-Methyl-2,3-benzofuran (alternate naming)
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methyldibenzofuran is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
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.