Description

Benzo(C)Phenanthrene 5,6-Oxide is a high-purity polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, specifically an arene oxide. This compound is of significant interest in research and development due to its role as a reactive metabolic intermediate and a valuable reference standard. It is primarily utilized in analytical chemistry, toxicology studies, and environmental monitoring. Researchers in pharmaceutical, chemical, and environmental testing laboratories rely on this material for method development, calibration, and investigative studies related to PAH metabolism and carcinogenicity.

Application

• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of instruments (GC, HPLC, LC-MS) and the qualification of methods in environmental and food safety testing.
• Metabolic Studies: Serves as a critical intermediate in research investigating the metabolic activation pathways of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs).
• Toxicology Research: Employed in in vitro and in vivo studies to understand the genotoxic and carcinogenic mechanisms of PAH derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a substrate in enzymatic studies, particularly those involving epoxide hydrolases and cytochrome P450 enzymes.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a specialized building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex organic molecules for research purposes.
• Environmental Analysis: A key compound for monitoring and assessing PAH contamination and transformation products in various matrices.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo(C)Phenanthrene 5,6-Oxide
CAS No.	60692-90-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzo[c]phenanthrene 5,6-oxide; 5,6-Epoxy-5,6-dihydrobenzo[c]phenanthrene; Benzo[c]phenanthrene-5,6-epoxide; NSC 338729; 1,2,3,4-Dibenzphenanthrene 5,6-oxide; 5,6-Oxido-5,6-dihydrobenzo[c]phenanthrene; BcPh 5,6-oxide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzo(C)Phenanthrene 5,6-Oxide is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous identity, purity, and stability testing to ensure consistency and reliability for research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically by HPLC), identification (IR, NMR), and related substance data is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air and light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	≤ 2.0% total
Melting Point	Contact for details

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