Description

3,11-Dimethylchrysene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical reference standard and advanced research material. Its value lies in providing a structurally defined compound essential for analytical calibration, environmental monitoring, and toxicological studies. This product is primarily needed by analytical laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and research institutions focused on PAH chemistry, material science, and carcinogenesis research.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration of HPLC, GC-MS, and other analytical instruments in PAH analysis.
• Environmental Research: Acts as a model compound in studies investigating the fate, transport, and degradation of alkylated PAHs in soil and water.
• Toxicology & Health Safety Studies: Employed in biochemical research to understand the metabolic pathways and carcinogenic potential of methylated chrysenes.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor or dopant in the development of organic semiconductors and advanced carbon-based materials.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Essential for developing and validating analytical methods in industrial and regulatory laboratories to detect trace PAH contaminants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,11-Dimethylchrysene
CAS No.	139493-40-6
Molecular Formula	C20H16
Molecular Weight	256.34 g/mol
Synonyms	3,11-Dimethylbenzo[a]phenanthrene; Chrysene, 3,11-dimethyl-; 1,2,3,4-Dibenzonaphthalene, 6,12-dimethyl-; 6,12-Dimethylchrysene; NSC 89289
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,11-Dimethylchrysene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and reference standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.