Description

1-Hydroxypyrene-2-Carbaldehyde is a functionalized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate and a versatile building block for advanced materials. Its unique structure, combining a hydroxyl group with an aldehyde functionality on the pyrene core, makes it highly valuable for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, analytical chemistry, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: A key precursor for developing sensitive fluorescent sensors and molecular probes used in environmental monitoring and bioanalytical assays.
• Organic Semiconductor Materials: Serves as a building block for novel organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), photovoltaic materials, and other electronic components.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent Development: Used to synthesize complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Functionalization: Enables the modification of polymers to introduce pyrene-based chromophores for enhanced material properties.
• Research & Development: A valuable standard and intermediate in academic and industrial R&D for studying PAH chemistry and photophysics.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of high-performance, specialized dyes and pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hydroxypyrene-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	96918-12-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₀O₂
Molecular Weight	246.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-2-pyrenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-1-hydroxypyrene; 1-Hydroxypyrene-2-carboxaldehyde; Pyrene-2-carbaldehyde-1-ol; 1-Pyrenol-2-carbaldehyde; 1-Hydroxy-2-formylpyrene; 2-Pyrenecarboxaldehyde, 1-hydroxy-; 1-Hydroxy-2-pyrenealdehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hydroxypyrene-2-Carbaldehyde 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 consistency and reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

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.