Description

3-Hexylperylene is a high-purity, functionalized perylene derivative characterized by its extended conjugated system and the hexyl side chain. This compound is valued for its excellent photophysical properties, including strong fluorescence and high photostability, making it a critical advanced material for research and development. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the organic electronics, specialty pigments, and advanced material science sectors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Development: Used as a key building block or dopant in the synthesis of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Fluorescent Dyes & Probes: Serves as a core structure for creating high-performance fluorescent dyes used in biological imaging, sensors, and analytical chemistry.
• Specialty Pigments & Colorants: Employed in the formulation of high-stability, vivid pigments for demanding applications in coatings, inks, and plastics.
• Liquid Crystal & Nanomaterial Research: Acts as a functional component in the design of discotic liquid crystals or as a template for supramolecular assemblies and nanomaterials.
• Photocatalysis & Energy Research: Investigated for its potential in light-harvesting systems and as a component in photocatalytic reactions due to its efficient light absorption.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized as a sophisticated intermediate for the synthesis of more complex polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and tailored molecular structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Hexylperylene
CAS No.	7350-91-6
Molecular Formula	C28H26
Molecular Weight	362.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Perylene, 3-hexyl-; 3-Hexylperylene; 1-Hexylperylene; Hexylperylene; 3-n-Hexylperylene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Hexylperylene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high chemical purity and structural identity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and internal quality standards.

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). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange 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.