Description

Benz(A)Anthracene, 8,12-Diethyl- is a specific, high-purity derivative of benz[a]anthracene, a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) of significant research interest. This compound is valued for its well-defined structure, which makes it a critical reference standard and a key synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical research. It is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, materials science, and analytical chemistry for developing novel compounds and calibrating analytical methods.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a core building block or dopant material in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity calibrant in gas chromatography (GC) and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) for the quantification and identification of PAHs in environmental and industrial samples.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of more complex polycyclic aromatic compounds and specialty dyes with specific optical properties.
• Materials Science Studies: Employed in research focused on the photophysical and electrochemical properties of extended π-conjugated systems.
• Toxicological and Environmental Research: Used in studies investigating the metabolism, environmental fate, and biological activity of alkylated PAH derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benz(A)Anthracene, 8,12-Diethyl-
CAS No.	36911-95-2
Molecular Formula	C22H20
Molecular Weight	284.40 g/mol
Synonyms	8,12-Diethylbenz[a]anthracene; 8,12-Diethylbenzo[a]anthracene; 8,12-Diethylbenzanthracene; 1,2-Benzanthracene, 8,12-diethyl-; DBaeA; Diethylbenz[a]anthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our Benz(A)Anthracene, 8,12-Diethyl- is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and lot-to-lot consistency, which is essential for reliable research outcomes. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC and GC-MS, is performed. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 sealed to prevent contamination and minimize exposure to air.

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

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.