Description

1-Methylchrysene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical reference standard and advanced synthetic intermediate. Its precise molecular structure makes it invaluable for analytical calibration and research into complex organic systems. This compound is essential for industries and research institutions focused on environmental analysis, materials science, and advanced chemical synthesis.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration of HPLC, GC-MS, and fluorescence spectroscopy in environmental and forensic labs.
• Environmental Research: Critical component in studies monitoring and quantifying PAH pollutants in soil, water, and air samples.
• Organic Synthesis & Materials Science: Serves as a sophisticated building block for synthesizing novel organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and specialty dyes.
• Biochemical & Toxicological Studies: Used in research to understand the metabolic pathways, mutagenicity, and carcinogenicity of methylated PAHs.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed as an intermediate in the development of complex molecular architectures for drug discovery programs.
• Quality Control & Method Development: Utilized by chemical manufacturers and testing laboratories to validate analytical methods for PAH detection and quantification.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methylchrysene
CAS No.	3351-28-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₁₄
Molecular Weight	242.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methylchrysene; Chrysene, 1-methyl-; 1-Methyl-chrysene; 1-Methylbenzo[a]phenanthrene; NSC 89284; 3351-28-8; Methylchrysene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methylchrysene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity determination by chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production 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 (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials. For long-term storage under inert atmosphere, please contact our technical team for specific recommendations.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0% (Area %)
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.