Description

4-Methylbenz(A)Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical reference standard and research chemical. Its value lies in its defined structure and purity, which are essential for analytical calibration and investigative studies. This compound is primarily needed by analytical laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and academic research institutions focusing on PAH analysis, toxicology, and organic synthesis.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of instruments (HPLC, GC-MS) and method validation in the quantification of PAHs in environmental and industrial samples.
• Environmental Research: Acts as a model compound in studies investigating the fate, transport, and degradation of methylated PAHs in soil and water systems.
• Toxicological Studies: Employed in laboratory research to understand the metabolic pathways, mutagenicity, and carcinogenic potential of specific PAH derivatives.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex polycyclic aromatic structures for material science applications.
• Quality Control: Utilized by chemical manufacturers and testing laboratories as an internal standard to ensure the accuracy of PAH analysis in products like fuels, oils, and contaminated materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylbenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	316-49-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₁₄
Molecular Weight	242.32 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methylbenz[a]anthracene; 4-Methylbenzo[a]anthracene; 4-Methyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 4-Methylbenzanthracene; 4-MBA; 4-Methylbenz(a)anthracene; 4-Methylbenzo(a)anthracene; 4-Methyl-1,2-benzanthrene
EINECS	206-265-1

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylbenz(A)Anthracene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for reference materials, ensuring reliability for your critical analytical and research applications.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed in a well-ventilated area. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

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.