Description

10-Chloro-7-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science research. Its precise chlorinated and methylated structure makes it an invaluable intermediate for developing novel functional materials and complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photochemistry, and as a reference standard in analytical and environmental testing.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Research: A key precursor for synthesizing novel charge-transport materials and small-molecule organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Photochemical Studies: Used as a model compound to investigate photophysical properties, energy transfer, and photoreactions of polycyclic aromatic systems.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity standard for the calibration and validation of analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS) in environmental and toxicology labs analyzing PAHs.
• Chemical Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of more complex, functionalized anthracene derivatives for pharmaceutical and agrochemical discovery.
• Material Science: Investigated for potential use in the development of liquid crystals, dyes, and other specialty chemicals with tailored optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	10-Chloro-7-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene
CAS No.	6366-24-1
Molecular Formula	C19H13Cl
Molecular Weight	276.76 g/mol
Synonyms	10-Chloro-7-methylbenzo[a]anthracene; 7-Methyl-10-chlorobenzo[a]anthracene; 10-Chloro-7-methylbenzanthracene; Benzo[a]anthracene, 10-chloro-7-methyl-; 10-Chloro-7-methyl-1,2-benzanthracene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 10-Chloro-7-Methylbenz[A]Anthracene is manufactured and analyzed under stringent quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with exacting research and development standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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