Description

2-Hydroxypyrene is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of hydroxylated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). It serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced materials science and environmental analysis. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the chemical synthesis, analytical chemistry, and photophysical research sectors, where precise molecular structure and purity are paramount for reliable results.

Application

• Fluorescent Probe and Sensor Development: Utilized as a key building block or reference material in the synthesis of fluorescent dyes and molecular sensors for detecting ions, biomolecules, and environmental pollutants.
• Environmental Monitoring and Toxicology: Acts as a metabolite standard or marker in studies analyzing the biological transformation and impact of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) for environmental and occupational health assessments.
• Organic Electronic Materials Research: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic devices due to its conjugated aromatic structure.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies investigating enzyme activity, particularly those involved in the hydroxylation and detoxification pathways of aromatic compounds.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibration standard in chromatographic (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic analyses to ensure accurate quantification and identification.
• Photochemistry and Photophysics Studies: Investigated for its photostability, fluorescence quantum yield, and excited-state properties in fundamental and applied photochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxypyrene
CAS No.	78751-58-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Pyren-2-ol; 2-Pyrenol; 2-Hydroxypyrene; 2-Pyrenyl alcohol; β-Hydroxypyrene; NSC 407347; Hydroxypyrene (isomeric mixture, specify 2-); 2-HP
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 2-Hydroxypyrene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry and research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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). Keep the container sealed to protect the light-sensitive material from degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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