Description

7-(Chloromethyl)Benzo[a]anthracene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative with a reactive chloromethyl functional group, making it a valuable synthetic intermediate. This compound is significant for its role in the development of advanced materials and as a key building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical development, material science, and organic chemistry for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of potential drug candidates and bioactive molecules, particularly in cancer research due to its PAH core structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional organic materials.
• Fluorescent Dye & Probe Synthesis: The benzo[a]anthracene skeleton is a common fluorophore, making this derivative useful for creating specialized fluorescent tags and sensors.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive chloromethyl group allows for further functionalization, enabling its use in cross-coupling reactions, polymer chemistry, and ligand synthesis.
• Environmental & Toxicological Studies: Employed as a standard or reference compound in the study of PAH metabolism, DNA adduct formation, and environmental analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-(Chloromethyl)Benzo[a]anthracene
CAS No.	6325-54-8
Molecular Formula	C19H13Cl
Molecular Weight	276.76 g/mol
Synonyms	7-(Chloromethyl)benz[a]anthracene; Benzo[a]anthracene, 7-(chloromethyl)-; 7-Chloromethylbenz[a]anthracene; 1,2-Benzanthracene, 7-(chloromethyl)-; 7-(Chloromethyl)-1,2-benzanthracene; 7-Chloromethyl-1,2-benzanthracene; 7-(Chloromethyl)benzo[a]anthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-(Chloromethyl)Benzo[a]anthracene undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your work. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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