Description

Benzo(C)Phenanthrene 3,4-Oxide is a high-purity, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) epoxide derivative. This compound is a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced chemical research and toxicological studies. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, analytical laboratories, and pharmaceutical developers working on metabolic pathways, mutagenicity, and carcinogenicity of PAHs.

Application

• Chemical Research Intermediate: A key synthetic precursor for the study of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) metabolism and DNA adduct formation.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration of analytical equipment (HPLC, GC-MS) in environmental and forensic toxicology.
• Toxicological Studies: Serves as a model compound in mutagenicity and carcinogenicity research to understand the biological activity of PAH derivatives.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies investigating enzyme-catalyzed reactions, specifically those involving epoxide hydrolases and cytochrome P450.
• Material Science Research: Potential intermediate in the development of specialized organic semiconductors and advanced carbon-based materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzo(C)Phenanthrene 3,4-Oxide
CAS No.	62987-63-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₂O
Molecular Weight	244.29 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Epoxy-3,4-dihydrobenzo[c]phenanthrene; Benzo[c]phenanthrene 3,4-oxide; Benzo(c)phenanthrene-3,4-epoxide; BcPh 3,4-oxide; NSC 174570; PAH Epoxide Derivative; 3,4-Dihydro-3,4-epoxybenzo[c]phenanthrene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Benzo(C)Phenanthrene 3,4-Oxide is manufactured and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis, to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with each shipment.

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) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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