4,5,9,10-Pyrenetetrone

• CAT Number: L026795
• CAS Number: 14727-71-0
• Molecular Formula: C16H6O4
• Molecular Weight: 262.22
• Purity: 98%
• Synonyms: PTO, PYT, 4,5,9,10-Pyrenetetrone
• Appearance: Yellow to orange powder to flakes/crystals
• Storage: Room Temperature (Recommended in a cool and dark place)
• SMILES: C1=CC2=C3C(=C1)C(=O)C(=O)C4=CC=CC(=C43)C(=O)C2=O

Pyrene-4,5,9,10-tetraone is an oxidized pyrene derivative featuring two six-membered cyclic 1,2-diketone units on the bay regions of its biphenyl structure. Widely utilized in the design of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) and rechargeable lithium/sodium ion batteries, PTO demonstrates high theoretical capacity, redox potential, and active-site utilization. In combination with carbon nanomaterials such as CNTs or graphene, it enables stable polymer formation, enhanced conductivity, and electrolyte optimization. Poly(pyrene-4,5,9,10-tetraone) composites show remarkable cycling stability and high-rate performance, positioning PTO as a promising material for advanced energy storage research.