Description

1-Nitropyrene is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically a nitrated pyrene compound. This chemical is of significant interest in industrial research and development, particularly for its role as a key intermediate and a model compound in environmental and toxicological studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in advanced material synthesis, pollutant analysis, and safety testing. Our supply ensures consistent quality and reliable availability for critical B2B applications.

Application

• Environmental Research & Analysis: Used as a standard reference material and model compound for studying the formation, detection, and degradation of nitrated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (Nitro-PAHs) in air particulate matter and other environmental samples.
• Toxicology & Mutagenicity Studies: Serves as a critical reagent in biochemical and genetic research to investigate the metabolic activation, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenic potential of nitroarenes.
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a building block in organic synthesis for the development of more complex aromatic compounds, dyes, and advanced materials.
• Analytical Method Development: Employed by testing laboratories to validate and calibrate analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC-MS, and fluorescence spectroscopy for precise quantification of nitro-PAH contaminants.
• Occupational Health & Safety: Used in the development of monitoring protocols and safety standards for industries where exposure to complex hydrocarbon mixtures is a concern.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Nitropyrene
CAS No.	5522-43-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₉NO₂
Molecular Weight	247.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-NP; Nitropyrene; Pyrene, 1-nitro-; 1-Nitropyren; NSC 163044; 4-Nitropyrene (common misnomer); 1-Nitro-pyrene; 5522-43-0 (CAS Registry Number)
EINECS	226-859-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Nitropyrene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting the 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 away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to pale brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	153 - 157 °C

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