Description

12-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene-7-Ethanol is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically an ethanol-substituted methylbenz[a]anthracene. This compound is of significant value as a critical advanced organic intermediate and a reference standard for analytical and research applications. It is primarily needed by industries and institutions engaged in pharmaceutical research, materials science, and environmental analysis, where precise molecular structures are required for development and testing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for drug discovery and development.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for calibration, method development, and quality control in chromatographic analysis (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopy.
• Materials Science Research: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors, luminescent materials, and other advanced organic electronic components.
• Environmental and Toxicological Studies: Employed as a standard in the analysis and research of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their metabolites.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Utilized in chemical research for studying reaction mechanisms, photochemistry, and the properties of PAH derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene-7-Ethanol
CAS No.	13345-58-9
Molecular Formula	C21H18O
Molecular Weight	286.37 g/mol
Synonyms	7-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-12-methylbenz[a]anthracene; 12-Methyl-7-(1-hydroxyethyl)benz[a]anthracene; 12-Methyl-7-ethanolbenz[a]anthracene; 12-MBA-7-EtOH; Benz[a]anthracen-7-ethanol, 12-methyl-; 12-Methylbenz(a)anthracen-7-ylethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 12-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene-7-Ethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment.

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). The container should be kept in a well-ventilated area and protected from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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