Description

Chrysene-5,6-Oxide is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically an arene oxide of chrysene. This compound is of significant interest in research and industrial applications due to its role as a key intermediate and model compound in the study of metabolic activation pathways of PAHs. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in environmental toxicology, pharmaceutical development, and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Environmental Toxicology Research: Serves as a critical standard and reference material for studying the metabolic activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic mechanisms of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) or analytical standard in HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS methods for the quantification and qualification of PAH derivatives in complex matrices.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to investigate cytochrome P450 enzyme activity and the biological fate of arene oxides.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a specialized synthetic building block in the research and development of novel chemical entities and potential therapeutic agents.
• Material Science Precursor: Investigated for use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, dyes, and other advanced functional materials due to its conjugated aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chrysene-5,6-Oxide
CAS No.	15131-84-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₀O
Molecular Weight	242.27 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Epoxychrysene; Chrysene 5,6-oxide; 5,6-Chrysene oxide; Benz[a]phenanthrene 5,6-oxide; 5,6-Dihydro-5,6-epoxychrysene; 1,2,3,4-Dibenzphenanthrene 5,6-oxide; NSC 338720
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chrysene-5,6-Oxide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting batch-specific results.

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 inert atmosphere conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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