9-Oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester(CAS#83817-60-1)

Introduction

ethyl 9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylate, also known as acetyl 9-oxo-9H-thiobis(2H)benzo[4,5-b:6,7-b']ethyl dithiophene-10-carboxylate, is an organic compound. Properties: ethyl 9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylate is a yellow crystalline solid. It has a special molecular structure and contains a thiobiotene ring and a benzothiophene ring. This compound is relatively stable and almost insoluble in water at room temperature, but soluble in organic solvents. Uses: ethyl 9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylate is commonly used as a reagent and intermediate in organic synthesis. The compound is also used as a building block for organic and electronic materials. Method: The preparation of ethyl 9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylate is usually carried out by chemical synthesis method. A common synthetic route is synthesis by reaction of thiadiamine and anhydride. Safety information: The safety data of ethyl 9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylate are relatively small. Its effects on human health are not fully understood, and it should be used in accordance with laboratory safety protocols and with appropriate protective gear. The compound should also be stored in a dry, cool place, away from ignition and hazardous substances such as oxidants. When handling this compound, care should be taken to avoid skin contact and inhalation of its powder or vapor.

Application
Ethyl 9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-2-carboxylate (CAS 83817-60-1) is a high-purity thioxanthenone derivative serving as a versatile organic synthesis building block and UV-curing additive in the formulation of UV-curable coatings, adhesives, and printing inks, where it functions as a Norrish Type II photoinitiator and photosensitizer, effectively absorbing UV light to generate reactive species for rapid radical polymerization and surface curing. In pharmaceutical research, its thioxanthene-9-one scaffold has demonstrated multi-target activity as a dual inhibitor of cholinesterases and amyloid‑β aggregation for Alzheimer’s disease research, making it a valuable lead compound for neurodegenerative drug discovery. In advanced materials, the compound’s strong electron-accepting thioxanthenone core is utilized as an acceptor unit in thermally activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) emitters and hole injection materials for high‑efficiency organic light‑emitting diodes (OLEDs) and as an organic semiconductor component in thin‑film transistors. It is also investigated as a potential selective antiproliferative agent for anticancer therapies. Xinchem offers this essential building block with flexible custom synthesis and reliable contract manufacturing from R&D to commercial tons. Contact us for a competitive quote today.