Description

1,12-Dimethylbenz[A]Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and a key synthetic intermediate for studying complex organic reactions and biological pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in pharmaceutical development, environmental analysis, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a reference standard and a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules for pharmacological studies and drug discovery programs.
• Environmental Analysis: Serves as a certified analytical standard for the detection and quantification of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in environmental samples, soil, and water.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block in organic synthesis for creating specialized dyes, pigments, and advanced organic materials.
• Toxicology & Carcinogenicity Studies: Employed as a model compound in biochemical and toxicological research to investigate metabolic pathways and mechanisms of action.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for fundamental research in universities and corporate R&D centers focusing on organic chemistry and material properties.
• Quality Control Laboratories: Used for method development, validation, and calibration of analytical instruments like HPLC and GC-MS in QC/QA settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,12-Dimethylbenz[A]Anthracene
CAS No.	313-74-6
Molecular Formula	C₂₂H₁₆
Molecular Weight	280.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1,12-DMBA; 1,12-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene; 1,12-Dimethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 9,10-Dimethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 1,12-Dimethyl-1,2-benz[a]anthracene; DMBA; 7,12-Dimethylbenz[a]anthracene isomer; NSC 406503
EINECS	206-241-3

Quality Control

Our 1,12-Dimethylbenz[A]Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards, and our quality system supports compliance with global regulatory requirements for reference materials.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and degradation.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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