Description

4-Methoxybenzo(A)Pyrene is a high-purity, synthetic polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, identified by CAS NO 56182-99-1. This compound serves as a critical reference standard and analytical intermediate for research and quality control in environmental and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and chemical manufacturers engaged in the study of PAHs, method development, and calibration.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of instruments (GC, HPLC, GC-MS) and the development/validation of analytical methods for PAH detection.
• Environmental Research: Acts as a model compound in studies investigating the environmental fate, metabolism, and toxicology of methoxylated PAHs.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate or starting material for the preparation of more complex PAH derivatives and specialty chemicals.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC): Employed as an internal standard or spiking compound in proficiency testing and to ensure accuracy in commercial and regulatory laboratory analysis.
• Biomedical Research: Utilized in biochemical research to study the biological activity and metabolic pathways of specific PAH compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxybenzo(A)Pyrene
CAS No.	56182-99-1
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₁₄O
Molecular Weight	282.34 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxybenzo[a]pyrene; 4-Methoxy-BaP; 4-Methoxybenzopyrene; Benzo[a]pyrene, 4-methoxy-; 4-Methoxypyrene; 4-Methoxy-3,4-benzpyrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxybenzo(A)Pyrene is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure high consistency and reliability. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) containing batch-specific data is provided with every shipment to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%

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