Description

1,2,8-Trimethylphenanthrene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative characterized by its specific methyl substitution pattern. This compound serves as a valuable advanced intermediate and reference standard in research and development for complex organic syntheses. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, material scientists, and analytical laboratories working on novel molecular architectures and specialized chemical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates and complex organic molecules.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block or dopant in the development of advanced organic electronic materials and liquid crystals.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in Gas Chromatography (GC) and High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) for method development and calibration in environmental or petrochemical analysis.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a key precursor or model compound in academic and industrial research for studying reaction mechanisms and synthesizing structurally complex PAHs.
• Geochemical Marker: Used in research as a specific biomarker in the study of petroleum maturation and environmental forensics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2,8-Trimethylphenanthrene
CAS No.	20291-75-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₆
Molecular Weight	220.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2,8-Trimethylphenanthrene; Phenanthrene, 1,2,8-trimethyl-; NSC 406080; 1,2,8-TMP; 20291-75-2; Trimethylphenanthrene (mixed isomers may be specified); PAH Derivative C17
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,2,8-Trimethylphenanthrene is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.