Description

7-Hydroxymethylbenz(A)Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This compound serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate and reference standard for analytical and toxicological studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories focused on environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical development, and materials science. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for critical applications.

Application

• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating analytical instruments in environmental and food safety testing for PAH detection.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for medicinal chemistry and drug discovery research.
• Toxicology & Metabolic Studies: Employed in laboratory studies to investigate the metabolic pathways, mutagenicity, and carcinogenicity of benz(a)anthracene derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a versatile precursor for the preparation of more complex PAH structures and functionalized derivatives used in materials science.
• Environmental Analysis: Utilized in method development and quality control for the analysis of PAH contaminants in soil, water, and air samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Hydroxymethylbenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	16110-13-7
Molecular Formula	C19H14O
Molecular Weight	258.31 g/mol
Synonyms	7-(Hydroxymethyl)benz[a]anthracene; 7-HMBA; Benz[a]anthracen-7-ylmethanol; 7-Hydroxymethylbenzo[a]anthracene; 7-Hydroxymethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 7-Hydroxymethyl-BA; 7-Hydroxymethylbenzanthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Hydroxymethylbenz(A)Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods 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 and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.