4,5,6,7-Tetra­chloro-N-(2,3,4-trifluoro­phen­yl)phthalimide
2011

Study of a Chemical Compound for Light Emission

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Zhang Yin-Jun, Luo Chen-Tao, Wang Yu-Guang, Wang Zhao

Primary Institution: Zhejiang University of Technology

Hypothesis

The title compound is a key intermediate of organic electro-luminescent materials.

Conclusion

The molecular structure of the compound shows nearly planar rings and weak intermolecular hydrogen bonding.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound is a key intermediate for organic electro-luminescent materials.
  • Two independent molecules were found in the asymmetric unit.
  • The dihedral angle between the benzene ring and the phthalimide plane is 66.03°.

Takeaway

This study looks at a special chemical that can help make light when electricity is applied, which is useful for screens and displays.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811020721

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