Description

12-Methylbenz(A)Acridine is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic compound with a distinctive fused-ring structure. This specialized chemical serves as a critical intermediate and research standard in advanced material science and analytical chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial laboratories engaged in the development of organic semiconductors, photoconductive materials, and as a reference standard for environmental pollutant analysis.

Application

• Organic Electronic Materials Research: Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel acridine-based compounds for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photoconductors.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) for the identification and quantification of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in environmental, food, and industrial samples via HPLC or GC-MS.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a precursor in the development of specialized dyes and pigments requiring specific light-absorption or fluorescence properties.
• Photochemical Studies: Employed in academic and industrial research to study photophysical and photochemical processes due to its well-defined aromatic system.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Investigated as a scaffold or intermediate in medicinal chemistry for the development of new therapeutic agents, given the biological activity profile of acridine derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	12-Methylbenz(A)Acridine
CAS No.	3340-93-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₃N
Molecular Weight	243.31 g/mol
Synonyms	12-Methylbenz[a]acridine; 12-Methylbenzo[a]acridine; 12-MBA; 1,2-Benzacridine, 12-methyl-; NSC 89267; Benzo[a]acridine, 12-methyl-; 12-Methyl-1,2-benzacridine
EINECS	222-085-1

Quality Control

Every batch of 12-Methylbenz(A)Acridine is manufactured and analyzed under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency for your critical research and production needs. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including results from HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy, is supplied with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage under an inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168 - 172 °C
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.