Description

Benz(A)Anthracene, 7-Bromomethyl-12-Methyl is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically functionalized with a bromomethyl group, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for advanced organic synthesis and materials science research, where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily utilized by researchers and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for constructing complex molecular frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in oncology and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural complexity for targeted biological activity.
• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the synthesis of advanced organic electronic materials, such as those used in OLEDs and organic photovoltaics.
• Fluorescent Probe Synthesis: Employed in the creation of specialized fluorescent dyes and molecular probes for biochemical and diagnostic applications.
• Polymer Chemistry: Functions as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers with unique thermal or optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and photochemical transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benz(A)Anthracene, 7-Bromomethyl-12-Methyl
CAS No.	16238-56-5
Molecular Formula	C20H15Br
Molecular Weight	335.24 g/mol
Synonyms	7-(Bromomethyl)-12-methylbenz[a]anthracene; 12-Methyl-7-(bromomethyl)benz[a]anthracene; 7-Bromomethyl-12-methylbenz(a)anthracene; MBA-Br; Benz[a]anthracene, 7-(bromomethyl)-12-methyl-; 12-Methyl-7-bromomethylbenzanthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benz(A)Anthracene, 7-Bromomethyl-12-Methyl is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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