Description

Benzo[A]Pyrene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) compound, widely recognized as a critical reference standard and research chemical. Its primary value lies in its role as a key analyte for environmental monitoring, food safety testing, and toxicological studies. This product is essential for laboratories and industries involved in analytical chemistry, regulatory compliance, and material science research, where precise quantification and identification are paramount.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Primary use as a certified reference material (CRM) for calibrating instruments like GC-MS and HPLC in environmental and food testing labs.
• Environmental Monitoring: Detection and quantification of PAH pollutants in soil, water, and air samples to assess contamination and comply with environmental regulations (e.g., EPA methods).
• Food Safety & Quality Control: Analysis of PAHs in smoked foods, grilled meats, and edible oils to ensure consumer safety and meet international food standards.
• Toxicology & Cancer Research: Serves as a model compound for studying the metabolic activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic mechanisms of PAHs.
• Occupational Health & Safety: Used in the analysis of workplace air and industrial emissions to monitor worker exposure in industries like aluminum production, coke plants, and asphalt laying.
• Material Science Research: Investigation into the properties of PAHs in organic semiconductors, carbon materials, and combustion chemistry.
• Pharmaceutical Impurity Profiling: Potential use in method development for detecting trace genotoxic impurities in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Forensic Analysis: Identification of combustion sources in fire debris and arson investigations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo[A]Pyrene
CAS No.	50-32-8
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₂
Molecular Weight	252.31 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Benzopyrene; Benzo[a]pyrene; 3,4-Benzpyrene; B(a)P; 6,7-Benzopyrene; 3,4-Benz[a]pyrene; BP; 1,2-Benzopyrene
EINECS	200-028-5

Quality Control

Our Benzo[A]Pyrene is manufactured and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming batch-specific purity and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep the container tightly sealed in a well-ventilated area. For long-term storage, consider storage under inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	177 - 179 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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