Description

6-Bromomethylbenzo(A)Pyrene is a high-purity, functionalized polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in providing a reactive bromomethyl handle for further chemical modifications, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in pharmaceutical development, materials science, and analytical chemistry, particularly for creating labeled compounds or novel molecular probes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially in oncology research targeting DNA-interactive compounds.
• Biochemical Research: Used to create fluorescent or radiolabeled probes for studying enzyme interactions, DNA adduct formation, and metabolic pathways.
• Materials Science: Precursor for developing advanced organic electronic materials, liquid crystals, or polymers with specific optical properties.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for environmental and toxicological analysis, calibrating equipment for PAH and derivative detection.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile intermediate for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitutions to attach various functional groups to the benzo(a)pyrene core.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	6-Bromomethylbenzo(A)Pyrene
CAS No.	49852-85-9
Molecular Formula	C21H13Br
Molecular Weight	345.24 g/mol
Synonyms	6-(Bromomethyl)benzo[a]pyrene; Benzo[a]pyrene, 6-(bromomethyl)-; 6-Bromomethylbenzo[a]pyrene; 6-Bromomethyl-BaP; B[a]P-6-CH2Br; Bromomethylbenzo(a)pyrene; 6-Bromobenzo(a)pyrenylmethane
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromomethylbenzo(A)Pyrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, NMR, and MS analysis. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature, the container should be kept in the dark, and handling should be minimized under strong light sources to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (NMR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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