Description

1-Methylbenzo(A)Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical reference standard and research chemical. Its value lies in providing a defined molecular structure for analytical calibration, toxicological studies, and environmental monitoring. This compound is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, environmental science, and chemical manufacturing sectors who require precise materials for method development and validation.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use for calibrating HPLC, GC-MS, and other analytical instruments in PAH analysis.
• Environmental Research: Used as a model compound in studies investigating the fate, transport, and toxicity of methylated PAHs in soil and water.
• Toxicology & Metabolic Studies: Serves as a substrate or standard in research on the metabolic activation and carcinogenic mechanisms of PAHs.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a building block or precursor in organic synthesis for developing more complex polycyclic structures.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for potential use in the development of organic semiconductors and optoelectronic materials due to its conjugated ring system.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Employed by industrial and commercial testing laboratories to verify the accuracy of analytical methods for PAH detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylbenzo(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	2498-77-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₁₄
Molecular Weight	242.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylbenz[a]anthracene; 1-Methylbenzo[a]anthracene; 1-Methyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 1-Methylbenzanthracene; 1-MBA; 1-Methyl-1,2-benzanthrene; 7-Methylbenz[a]anthracene (incorrect but common isomer reference)
EINECS	219-698-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Methylbenzo(A)Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR to confirm identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment, supporting compliance with rigorous research and industrial standards.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider inert gas atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.