Description

3-Methylcholanthrene-1-One is a high-purity, specialized organic compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the study of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) chemistry and related biological activities. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in developing novel materials or studying metabolic pathways. The consistent quality and reliable supply of this material are essential for ensuring reproducible experimental results and process scalability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Used as a key intermediate or reference standard in the synthesis and study of novel therapeutic agents and metabolic pathway inhibitors.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed as a model compound in toxicology and carcinogenicity research related to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
• Academic Research: Serves as a reagent in advanced organic chemistry laboratories for methodology development and mechanistic studies.
• Material Science: Potential precursor in the development of specialized organic electronic materials or ligands for catalytic systems.
• Analytical Standards: Used to prepare calibration standards for analytical methods such as HPLC, GC-MS, or spectroscopy in environmental or forensic analysis.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for the preparation of more complex, functionalized polycyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylcholanthrene-1-One
CAS No.	3343-07-5
Molecular Formula	C21H16O
Molecular Weight	284.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Keto-3-methylcholanthrene; 3-Methyl-1-oxocholanthrene; 3-Methylcholanthren-1-one; 3-MC-1-one; 20-Methylcholanthren-1-one; 1-Oxo-3-methylcholanthrene; 3-Methylcholanthrene-1-one; 3-Methylcholanthrene ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Methylcholanthrene-1-One is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure compliance with industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store this material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation and to minimize degradation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
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.