Description

2,7,12-Trimethylbenz(A)Anthracene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative of significant interest in advanced chemical research and development. This compound serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard in the study of mutagenic and carcinogenic processes. It is primarily sought after by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, environmental science, and advanced materials sectors for its specific structural and reactive properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Utilized as a key intermediate or reference standard in the study of metabolic pathways and the development of targeted therapeutic agents.
• Toxicology & Environmental Science: Employed as a calibrated standard for analyzing environmental pollutants, studying PAH toxicity, and assessing mutagenicity in laboratory settings.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block for synthesizing complex organic molecules and novel compounds in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential applications in the development of organic semiconductors and advanced optical materials due to its conjugated aromatic structure.
• Analytical Reference: Serves as a high-purity certified reference material (CRM) for quality control and method validation in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7,12-Trimethylbenz(A)Anthracene
CAS No.	35215-31-7
Molecular Formula	C21H16
Molecular Weight	268.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7,12-Trimethylbenz[a]anthracene; 2,7,12-TMBA; 3,4-Dihydro-2,7,12-trimethylbenz[a]anthracene; Benz[a]anthracene, 2,7,12-trimethyl-; 2,7,12-Trimethylbenzo[a]anthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,7,12-Trimethylbenz(A)Anthracene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the container under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow 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.