Description

4-(2-Anthryl)Butanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring an anthracene moiety linked to a butanoic acid chain, making it a valuable intermediate for advanced material synthesis. This compound is significant for its role as a key building block in the development of functional organic molecules with specific photophysical properties. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on organic electronics, photovoltaics, and the synthesis of novel fluorescent dyes or molecular probes.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or core component in the synthesis of novel electron-transporting or emissive materials.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Cells: Used in research for developing new donor or acceptor materials to improve solar cell efficiency.
• Fluorescent Probes and Sensors: Acts as a starting material for creating anthracene-based fluorescent tags for biochemical sensing and imaging.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed as a monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and small molecules for electronic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Potential use in the research and development of pharmacologically active compounds containing polyaromatic systems.
• Liquid Crystal and Display Technology: Investigated for the synthesis of components that may influence alignment and electro-optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4-(2-Anthryl)Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	73693-25-1
Molecular Formula	C18H16O2
Molecular Weight	264.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Anthracen-2-yl)butanoic acid; 2-Anthrylbutyric acid; 4-(2-Anthracenyl)butyric acid; γ-(2-Anthryl)butyric acid; Butanoic acid, 4-(2-anthracenyl)-; 4-(2-Anthryl)butyric acid; 2-Anthracenebutanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(2-Anthryl)Butanoic Acid is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

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	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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