Description

6-Bromobenzo(A)Pyrene is a halogenated derivative of the well-known polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon, benzo[a]pyrene. This compound is of significant interest as a key synthetic intermediate and a valuable reference standard in advanced chemical research. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic institutions, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in the development of novel materials and biochemical studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of complex molecules for drug discovery and development programs.
• Biochemical & Toxicological Studies: Used as a reference standard or metabolite analog in studies investigating the mechanisms of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenicity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the development of specialized organic electronic materials and luminescent compounds.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity calibration standard in environmental analysis (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS) for detecting and quantifying brominated PAH contaminants.
• Organic Synthesis: Utilized in cross-coupling reactions and other advanced synthetic methodologies to create novel aromatic structures for various applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromobenzo(A)Pyrene
CAS No.	21248-00-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₁Br
Molecular Weight	331.21 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromobenzo[a]pyrene; 6-Bromo-BaP; Benzo[a]pyrene, 6-bromo-; 6-Br-BaP; 6-Bromobenzopyrene; 6-BP; 1-Bromobenzo[a]pyrene (common misnomer); 6-Bromobenzo(def)chrysene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We supply 6-Bromobenzo(A)Pyrene in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98% (Premium Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.