Description

2-Methylchrysene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical reference standard and advanced research material. Its precise molecular structure makes it an essential tool for analytical calibration, environmental monitoring, and toxicological studies. This compound is primarily utilized by analytical laboratories, research institutions, and industrial R&D departments specializing in material science and environmental analysis.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for the calibration of HPLC, GC-MS, and other chromatographic systems in PAH analysis.
• Environmental Research: Used in studies to model the behavior, fate, and transport of methylated PAHs in soil, water, and air pollution.
• Toxicology & Risk Assessment: Serves as a key analyte in investigating the metabolic pathways, mutagenicity, and carcinogenic potential of alkylated chrysenes.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or model compound in the development of organic semiconductors and advanced carbon-based materials.
• Quality Control & Assurance: Employed by industrial and commercial testing laboratories to validate analytical methods for complex hydrocarbon mixtures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylchrysene
CAS No.	3351-32-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₉H₁₄
Molecular Weight	242.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylchrysene; Chrysene, 2-methyl-; 2-Methylbenzo[a]phenanthrene; 2-Methyl-1,2-benzophenanthrene; NSC 89284; 2-Methyl-1,2-benz[a]phenanthrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylchrysene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for demanding research and analytical 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 for reference materials, ensuring reliable and traceable data for your critical work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, consider storage under an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

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.