Description

2-Methylbenzo[A]Pyrene is a methylated derivative of the well-characterized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH), benzo[a]pyrene. This compound is of significant interest in research and analytical chemistry, particularly for use as a high-purity reference standard and a critical intermediate in environmental and toxicological studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of analytical methods, calibration standards, and specialized chemical synthesis.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration and validation of analytical instruments like HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS in environmental and food safety testing.
• Environmental Research: Critical component in studies investigating the formation, distribution, and degradation of methylated PAHs in soil, water, and air pollution.
• Toxicology & Metabolic Studies: Used as a substrate or metabolite analog to study the biological activity, metabolic pathways, and carcinogenic potential of alkylated PAHs.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block or intermediate for the synthesis of more complex polyaromatic compounds and specialized materials.
• Quality Control: Employed in internal quality assurance programs for laboratories monitoring PAH contamination in industrial processes or consumer products.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylbenzo[A]Pyrene
CAS No.	16757-82-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₁₄
Molecular Weight	266.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbenzo[a]pyrene; 2-Methylbenz[a]pyrene; 2-Methyl-3,4-benzpyrene; 2-MBAP; Benzo[a]pyrene, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-3,4-benzopyrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylbenzo[A]Pyrene is produced and handled under strict quality management 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 chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. We support cGMP and ISO guided practices for reference standard materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed in a well-ventilated area and away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.