Description

7-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, a critical reference standard and research chemical. This compound is essential for analytical calibration, environmental monitoring, and toxicological studies due to its well-defined structure. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers specializing in PAH analysis and material science.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of HPLC, GC-MS, and other chromatographic systems for the precise quantification of PAHs in complex matrices.
• Environmental Research: Serves as a model compound in studies investigating the fate, transport, and degradation of methylated PAHs in soil and water.
• Toxicology & Cancer Research: Employed in biochemical research to study the metabolic activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic mechanisms of alkylated benzanthracenes.
• Material Science: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and advanced carbon-based materials.
• Quality Control: Used by chemical producers as an internal standard to ensure the purity and consistency of PAH-related product batches.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene
CAS No.	2541-69-7
Molecular Formula	C19H14
Molecular Weight	242.32 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Methylbenz[a]anthracene; 7-Methylbenzo[a]anthracene; 7-Methyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 7-MBA; 7-Methyl-1,2-benz[a]anthracene; NSC 89268
EINECS	219-808-4

Quality Control

Our 7-Methylbenz[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 high standards required for research and analytical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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.