Description

Rac-4,5-Dihydrobenzo[A]Pyrene-4α*,5β*-Diol is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) diol derivative, a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and research. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of complex molecular structures and as a reference standard in analytical and environmental chemistry. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and specialty chemical manufacturers working on novel materials, metabolic studies, and environmental contaminant analysis.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor for synthesizing more complex polycyclic aromatic compounds and functionalized derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Used in studies of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) metabolism, DNA adduct formation, and carcinogenicity mechanisms.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Employed as a high-purity standard in HPLC, GC-MS, and LC-MS for the quantification and identification of PAH metabolites in environmental and biological samples.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a potential building block for organic electronic materials due to its conjugated aromatic structure.
• Toxicology Studies: Utilized in laboratory research to understand the biological impact and metabolic pathways of specific PAH diols.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rac-4,5-Dihydrobenzo[A]Pyrene-4α*,5β*-Diol
CAS No.	50700-50-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₁₄O₂
Molecular Weight	286.33 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dihydrobenzo[a]pyrene-4,5-diol; Benzo[a]pyrene 4,5-dihydrodiol; (±)-Benzo[a]pyrene-4,5-dihydrodiol; rac-B[a]P-4,5-dihydrodiol; 4,5-Dihydroxy-4,5-dihydrobenzo[a]pyrene; BAP-4,5-diol; BP-4,5-dihydrodiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Rac-4,5-Dihydrobenzo[A]Pyrene-4α*,5β*-Diol is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for fine chemicals, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific research-grade requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to prevent oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light tan solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in methanol

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