Description

8,12-Dimethylbenz[A]Acridine is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This specific dimethyl-substituted benzacridine derivative serves as a critical reference standard and a key synthetic intermediate for specialized organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research laboratories, environmental testing facilities, and academic institutions engaged in the study of mutagenic compounds, material science, and complex heterocyclic chemistry.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Certified material for the calibration of instruments and validation of analytical methods in environmental and toxicological testing.
• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: A building block in the synthesis of novel pharmacologically active compounds and for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Mutagenicity and Toxicology Studies: Used as a model compound in research focused on the biological activity and metabolic pathways of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for its potential application in the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, and photoconductive materials.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: Serves as a reagent for advanced organic synthesis and mechanistic studies in chemistry departments and corporate R&D centers.
• Quality Control: Employed as an impurity marker or system suitability standard in the analysis of complex chemical mixtures.

Basic Information

Product Name	8,12-Dimethylbenz[A]Acridine
CAS No.	3518-05-6
Molecular Formula	C19H15N
Molecular Weight	257.33 g/mol
Synonyms	8,12-Dimethylbenz[a]acridine; 3,9-Dimethylbenz[a]acridine; 8,12-Dimethyl-7,9-benzacridine; Benz[a]acridine, 8,12-dimethyl-; NSC 89267; DBAC; DMBA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 8,12-Dimethylbenz[A]Acridine is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including identity confirmation and purity assessment via modern chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.