Description

Dibenzoanthracene-3,4-Dihydrodiol CAS NO 1421-83-6 is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically a dihydrodiol metabolite. This compound is of significant value in advanced chemical research and analytical science, serving as a critical standard and intermediate. It is primarily required by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in environmental monitoring, toxicology studies, and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical instruments (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS) in the quantification of PAH metabolites in environmental and biological samples.
• Toxicology and Metabolic Studies: Serves as a key metabolite in research investigating the metabolic pathways, carcinogenicity, and biological fate of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving dihydrodiol dehydrogenases and epoxide hydrolases, to understand detoxification mechanisms.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a specialized building block for the synthesis of more complex PAH derivatives, dyes, or advanced materials in research settings.
• Environmental Analysis: A crucial component in method development for detecting and monitoring PAH pollution and its biological impact in soil, water, and air samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dibenzoanthracene-3,4-Dihydrodiol
CAS No.	1421-83-6
Molecular Formula	C22H16O2
Molecular Weight	312.36 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dihydro-3,4-dihydroxydibenzo[a,h]anthracene; Dibenzo[a,h]anthracene-3,4-diol; 3,4-Dihydroxy-3,4-dihydrodibenzo[a,h]anthracene; DB[a,h]A-3,4-dihydrodiol; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydro-3,4-dihydroxydibenzo[a,h]anthracene; PAH Metabolite Standard
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dibenzoanthracene-3,4-Dihydrodiol is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for analytical reference materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.