Description

2-(Pyren-1-Ylmethyl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced materials science and pharmaceutical research. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring a pyrene fluorophore linked to a benzoic acid moiety, makes it an invaluable precursor for synthesizing sophisticated fluorescent probes and conjugated polymers. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, sensor development, and medicinal chemistry who require precise, high-quality intermediates. Its reliable performance underpins innovation in creating next-generation diagnostic tools and optoelectronic devices.

Application

• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: A key precursor for developing sensitive and selective fluorescent sensors and bio-imaging agents.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and small molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Polymer Functionalization: Employed to introduce pyrene-based chromophores into polymer backbones to modify optical and electronic properties.
• Supramolecular Chemistry: Utilized in the design of host-guest complexes and molecular recognition systems due to its planar, aromatic structure.
• Analytical Chemistry Standards: Acts as a reference standard or a derivatization agent in chromatographic and spectroscopic analyses.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Pyren-1-Ylmethyl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	858847-47-9
Molecular Formula	C24H16O2
Molecular Weight	336.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pyreneacetic acid, α-(2-carboxyphenyl)-; 2-[(Pyren-1-yl)methyl]benzoic acid; 1-Pyrenemethylbenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-(1-pyrenylmethyl)-; 2-(1-Pyrenylmethyl)benzoic acid; α-(2-Carboxyphenyl)-1-pyreneacetic acid; 2-(Pyren-1-ylmethyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Pyren-1-Ylmethyl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your research and production needs. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available with each shipment and upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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