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Acenaphthene (CAS 83-32-9)

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Alternate Names:
1,8-Ethylenenaphthalene
CAS Number:
83-32-9
Purity:
99%
Molecular Weight:
154.21
Molecular Formula:
C12H10
Supplemental Information:
This is classified as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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Acenaphthene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon that functions as a precursor in the synthesis of various organic compounds. It acts as a substrate in chemical reactions, participating in processes such as Friedel-Crafts acylation and cyclization reactions. Acenaphthene′s mechanism of action involves its ability to undergo electrophilic aromatic substitution, allowing it to react with various reagents to form new carbon-carbon or carbon-heteroatom bonds. Acenaphthene′s role in research and development lies in its capacity to serve as a building block for the creation of more complex molecules, contributing to the synthesis of agrochemicals and materials. At the molecular level, acenaphthene′s reactivity and structural properties make it useful for the construction of diverse organic compounds, enabling the exploration of new chemical entities and materials.


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