Description

Benz(A)Anthracene, 8,9-Dihydro- CAS NO 60968-17-4 is a high-purity, partially hydrogenated derivative of benz[a]anthracene, a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) of significant research interest. This compound serves as a crucial advanced intermediate or reference standard in organic synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and specialty chemical manufacturers engaged in developing novel materials or studying metabolic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for drug discovery programs, particularly in oncology and metabolic disease research.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Serves as a critical standard in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) for the quantification and identification of PAHs and their metabolites in environmental and biological samples.
• Metabolic Pathway Studies: Employed in biochemical research to investigate the enzymatic metabolism and detoxification pathways of polycyclic aromatic compounds.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor or model compound in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other advanced functional materials.
• Environmental Analysis: Used as a calibrant in the analysis of PAH contamination in soil, water, and air, supporting environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benz(A)Anthracene, 8,9-Dihydro-
CAS No.	60968-17-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₄
Molecular Weight	230.31 g/mol
Synonyms	8,9-Dihydrobenz[a]anthracene; 1,2,3,4-Tetrahydrobenz[a]anthracene; Benz[a]anthracene, 8,9-dihydro-; NSC 89285; 8,9-Dihydrobenzo[a]anthracene; 1,2,3,4-Dibenznaphthalene, 8,9-dihydro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benz(A)Anthracene, 8,9-Dihydro- is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for purity and identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥95% to ≥98% by HPLC), identification, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We support research and development with consistent, high-quality materials.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0%
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.