Compound Q&A
How is 5,12-Bis(phenylethynyl)tetracene (CAS: 18826-29-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
5,12-Bis(phenylethynyl)tetracene is usually synthesized via a multistep process involving the introduction of phenylethynyl groups onto tetracene. This can be achieved using zinc chloride as a catalyst in a reaction with phenylethynyl halides, followed by purification and crystallization steps.
About
CAS No
18826-29-4
English Name
5,12-Bis(phenylethynyl)tetracene
Molecular Formula
C34H20
Molecular Weight
92.14 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C(C=C1)C#CC2=C3C=CC=CC3=C(C4=CC5=CC=CC=C5C=C42)C#CC6=CC=CC=C6
InChIKey
OUHYGBCAEPBUNA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-04 21:35
