Description

7-Methyl-12-Ethylbenz(A)Anthracene CAS NO 16354-55-5 is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate and reference standard in specialized chemical synthesis and analytical research. Its defined molecular structure makes it invaluable for developing and calibrating detection methods for complex aromatic compounds. This product is essential for research institutions, analytical laboratories, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in materials science and environmental analysis.

Application

• Chemical Research Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel organic compounds and complex molecular architectures for advanced material development.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a certified standard for gas chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) in the quantification and identification of PAHs.
• Environmental Analysis: Employed as a calibration standard in testing laboratories for monitoring PAH contaminants in soil, water, and air samples.
• Materials Science Research: Investigated for its photophysical properties in the development of organic electronic materials and optoelectronic devices.
• Toxicological Studies: Used as a pure substance in biochemical and pharmacological research to study the effects and metabolism of specific PAH derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methyl-12-Ethylbenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	16354-55-5
Molecular Formula	C21H18
Molecular Weight	270.37 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methyl-12-ethylbenz[a]anthracene; 12-Ethyl-7-methylbenz[a]anthracene; 7-Methyl-12-ethylbenzo[a]anthracene; 1,2-Benzanthracene, 7-methyl-12-ethyl-; 12-Ethyl-7-methylbenzo[a]anthracene; 7-Methyl-12-ethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; MEBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methyl-12-Ethylbenz(A)Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles, verified by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and GC-MS. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management principles, and our processes are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and analytical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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.