Description

4,5,10-Trimethylbenz[A]Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. Its specific methyl substitution pattern makes it a valuable precursor for developing novel organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and specialized chemical intermediates. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photochemistry, and analytical chemistry, where precise molecular structure is paramount for tuning material properties.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a key precursor for the synthesis of novel hole-transport materials (HTMs) and electron donors in organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Fluorescent Probe Development: Used in the design and synthesis of specialized fluorescent markers and tags for biochemical and cellular imaging applications due to its inherent aromatic structure.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a sophisticated starting material or intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex polycyclic aromatic compounds for advanced material science.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) in environmental, pharmaceutical, and industrial testing laboratories for PAH analysis via HPLC, GC-MS, or spectroscopy.
• Photochemical Studies: Utilized in academic and industrial research to study photophysical properties, reaction mechanisms, and the behavior of methylated PAHs under various light conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5,10-Trimethylbenz[A]Anthracene
CAS No.	18429-71-5
Molecular Formula	C21H16
Molecular Weight	268.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5,10-Trimethylbenz[a]anthracene; 4,5,10-Trimethylbenzo[a]anthracene; 1,2,7-Trimethylbenz[a]anthracene; 4,5,10-Trimethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 4,5,10-Trimethyl-BA; TMBaA; 4,5,10-TMBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5,10-Trimethylbenz[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 exacting standards required for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay purity and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
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.