Description

Naphthacene-5,12-Dicarboxaldehyde is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic dialdehyde compound of significant interest in advanced materials research. This specialized chemical serves as a critical building block for the synthesis of novel organic semiconductors and functional dyes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photonics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key intermediate in synthesizing n-type organic semiconductors and electron-transport materials for OLEDs and OFETs.
• Functional Dye Synthesis: Used as a core structure for developing novel fluorescent dyes, pigments, and photochromic materials.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Serves as a precursor for creating complexing ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: An essential reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivatives.
• Non-linear Optical Materials: Investigated for use in the development of materials with non-linear optical (NLO) properties.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with defined optical or electronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Naphthacene-5,12-Dicarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	71440-79-4
Molecular Formula	C22H12O2
Molecular Weight	308.33 g/mol
Synonyms	5,12-Naphthacenedicarboxaldehyde; Naphthacene-5,12-dialdehyde; 5,12-Diformylnaphthacene; Benzo[b]naphthacene-5,12-dicarboxaldehyde; Tetracene-5,12-dicarboxaldehyde; 5,12-Naphthacenedialdehyde; 5,12-Dialdehydotetracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Naphthacene-5,12-Dicarboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for demanding research and development applications. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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